PETER OWEN NEWTON, M.D.
Medical Practice at Childrens Way, San Diego, CA

License number
California A45168
Category
Medical Practice
Type
Orthopaedic Surgery
Address
Address
3030 Childrens Way SUITE 410, San Diego, CA 92123
Phone
(858) 966-6789
(858) 309-6303
(858) 309-6301 (Fax)

Professional information

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Dr. Peter O Newton, Escondido CA - MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Specialties:
Orthopedic Surgery
Address:
Rady Childrens Spec/SD Orthopdc
625 W Citracado Pkwy STE 204, Escondido 92025
(760) 480-8770 (Phone)
Rady Chldrn Hosp Chldrns Spclst
3030 Childrens Way STE 3, San Diego 92123
(858) 966-6789 (Phone)
Certifications:
Orthopedic Surgery, 2007
Awards:
Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:
English
Education:
Medical School
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas
Graduated: 1987
U Calif
Tex Scottish Rites Hosp


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Compressor For Use In Minimally Invasive Surgery

US Patent:
7189244, Mar 13, 2007
Filed:
Sep 27, 2002
Appl. No.:
10/256635
Inventors:
Peter Newton - San Diego CA, US
Mark Gracia - Rochester MA, US
Michael S. Varieur - Portsmouth RI, US
Carrie A. Breech - Wrentham MA, US
Assignee:
DePuy Spine, Inc. - Raynham MA
International Classification:
A61B 17/58, A61B 17/00
US Classification:
606105, 606205
Abstract:
A compressor tool for use in minimally invasive surgery is provided having first and second elongate elements where each elongate element is connected to the other at a pivot point within a pivot region of each element for rotating articulation in an articulation plane with respect to each other. The first and second elongate elements are configured to provide a tool pivot region including the pivot point, a tool handle proximal to the tool pivot region, and a tool working portion distal to the too pivot region so that pressure applied to the tool handle portion results in a compressive force being applied by the tool working portion. The tool has a first closed position for insertion of the tool through an incision or portal so that the pivot region is located within the incision or portal, and a second working position where the tool working portion is arranged to provide a compressive force to spaced apart elements within a patient's body. Articulation of the tool between the first closed position and the second working position results in no increase in dimension of the tool in the pivot region.


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Screw Placement Guide

US Patent:
2004009, May 13, 2004
Filed:
Sep 27, 2002
Appl. No.:
10/256636
Inventors:
Peter Newton - San Diego CA, US
Mark Gracia - Rochester MA, US
Michael Varieur - Portsmouth RI, US
Carrie Breech - Wrentham MA, US
International Classification:
A61F002/38
US Classification:
606/104000
Abstract:
A screw placement guide tool for use in minimally invasive surgery has a proximal handle portion, an extension member extending distally from the handle portion, and an alignment element connected transversely to a distal portion of the extension member and having a screw placement guide located thereon. In this aspect of the invention, the tool is configured so that a surgeon may operate the tool using the handle portion external to a patient's body to align the alignment element with implanted screws so that the screw placement guide indicates a desired position for implantation of an additional screw. Systems and methods for placing a rod receiving screw are also provided.


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Sacral Or Iliac Connector

US Patent:
2008002, Jan 24, 2008
Filed:
Jul 21, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/459173
Inventors:
Nam T. Chao - Marlborough MA, US
Peter Newton - San Diego CA, US
Randal Betz - Ocean City NJ, US
Tim Mondeau - East Bridgewater MA, US
Assignee:
DEPUY SPINE, INC. - Raynham MA
International Classification:
A61F 2/30
US Classification:
606 61
Abstract:
Methods and devices are provided for connecting a spinal fixation construct to the spine, and preferably to the ilium and/or sacrum. In one exemplary embodiment, a spinal connector is provided having an elongate configuration with opposed thru-bores formed therein. Each thru-bore can be configured to receive a bone screw for attaching the spinal connector to bone. The spinal connector can also include a receiving portion formed thereon or removably mated thereto for mating a spinal fixation element, such as a spinal rod, to the spinal connector. In certain exemplary embodiments, the receiving portion can be positioned between the opposed thru-bores. In use, the spinal connector can be implanted in the sacrum and/or ilium and it can receive a laterally or horizontally extending spinal fixation element therethrough. The lateral spinal fixation element can mate to a longitudinal spinal fixation element which is mated to one or more vertebrae in a patient's spine, thereby anchoring a construct to the sacrum and/or ilium.


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Low Profile Spinal Tethering Methods

US Patent:
2010010, Apr 29, 2010
Filed:
Dec 29, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/648823
Inventors:
Hassan A. Serhan - South Easton MA, US
Michael A. Slivka - Taunton MA, US
Mathew Hannen - Charlestown MA, US
Peter Newton - San Diego CA, US
Michael Nilsson - Cleveland Heights OH, US
Assignee:
DEPUY SPINE, INC. - Raynham MA
International Classification:
A61B 17/88
US Classification:
606279
Abstract:
Methods and devices for treating spinal deformities are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, a low-profile spinal anchoring device is provided for receiving a spinal fixation element, such as a tether, therethrough. The device generally includes a staple body that is adapted to seat a spinal fixation element, a fastening element for fixing the staple body to bone, and a locking assembly for coupling a spinal fixation element to the staple body. In one embodiment, the locking assembly includes a washer that is adapted to couple to the staple body such that the spinal fixation is disposed therebetween, and a locking nut that is adapted to engage the staple body to mate the washer to the staple body.


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Low Profile Spinal Tethering Methods

US Patent:
7909826, Mar 22, 2011
Filed:
Mar 24, 2005
Appl. No.:
10/907232
Inventors:
Hassan A. Serhan - S. Easton MA, US
Michael A. Slivka - Taunton MA, US
Mathew Hannen - Boston MA, US
Peter Newton - San Diego CA, US
Michael Nilsson - Cleveland Heights OH, US
Assignee:
DePuy Spine, Inc. - Raynham MA
International Classification:
A61B 17/84
US Classification:
606 75
Abstract:
Methods and devices for treating spinal deformities are provided. In one exemplary embodiment, a low-profile spinal anchoring device is provided for receiving a spinal fixation element, such as a tether, therethrough. The device generally includes a staple body that is adapted to seat a spinal fixation element, a fastening element for fixing the staple body to bone, and a locking assembly for coupling a spinal fixation element to the staple body. In one embodiment, the locking assembly includes a washer that is adapted to couple to the staple body such that the spinal fixation is disposed therebetween, and a locking nut that is adapted to engage the staple body to mate the washer to the staple body.


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Pelvic Obliquity Correction Instrument

US Patent:
2010004, Feb 18, 2010
Filed:
Aug 18, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/193694
Inventors:
Nam T. CHAO - Marlborough MA, US
Bill KENNEFICK - Plymouth MA, US
Ross SYLVIA - Taunton MA, US
Michael O'BRIEN - Pinecrest FL, US
Randal BETZ - Ocean City NJ, US
Peter NEWTON - San Diego CA, US
Munish GUPTA - Carmichael CA, US
Harry SHUFFLEBARGER - Coral Gables FL, US
Suken SHAH - Greenville DE, US
Praveen MUMMANENI - Hillsborough CA, US
Per WESSBERG - Gothenberg, SE
International Classification:
A61B 17/70, A61F 5/00, A61B 17/56
US Classification:
606246, 606 86 A, 606 60
Abstract:
A pelvic obliquity correction instrument and methods of use are provided. The pelvic obliquity correction instrument includes a first engagement arm for engaging a portion of a spinal fixation system where the first engagement arm is adjustably coupled to a handle assembly. The pelvic obliquity correction instrument also includes a second engagement arm for engaging a second portion of the spinal fixation system. A surgeon exerts force on a first grip at a first end of the handle assembly and a second grip at a second end of the handle assembly to reposition a patient's pelvic bone. The pelvic obliquity correction instrument may provide a surgeon with greater precision, control and torque when rotating a patient's pelvic bone with respect to a superior portion of the patient's spine.


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Anchoring Systems And Methods For Correcting Spinal Deformities

US Patent:
7901435, Mar 8, 2011
Filed:
May 28, 2004
Appl. No.:
10/709795
Inventors:
Michael A. Slivka - Taunton MA, US
Hassan A. Serhan - S. Easton MA, US
Peter Newton - San Diego CA, US
Assignee:
Depuy Spine, Inc. - Raynham MA
International Classification:
A61B 17/70
US Classification:
606264, 606266
Abstract:
Spinal anchoring methods and devices are provided that are effective to correct spinal deformities while allowing some flexibility to the spine. In particular, the methods and devices allow a spinal fixation element to mate to several adjacent vertebrae to maintain the vertebrae at a fixed distance relative to one another, yet to allow the orientation of each vertebrae relative to the fixation element to adjust as the orientation of the patient's spine changes.


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Instruments And Methods For Smoothing A Portion Of A Spinal Rod

US Patent:
2008010, May 1, 2008
Filed:
Feb 1, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/670025
Inventors:
Nam Chao - Marlborough MA, US
Anne Drzyzga - Taunton MA, US
Nicholas Pavento - Dorchester MA, US
Peter Newton - San Diego CA, US
International Classification:
A61B 17/56
US Classification:
606 61
Abstract:
An instrument for smoothing an end of a spinal rod includes a housing having an opening sized and shaped to receive a spinal rod and a smoothing surface positioned within the housing and in communication with the opening. The smoothing surface has one or more structures configured to engage a portion of the spinal rod and, upon relative rotation of the spinal rod to the smoothing surface, to smooth the portion of the spinal rod by removing material from the spinal rod.


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Anchoring Systems And Methods For Correcting Spinal Deformities

US Patent:
8540754, Sep 24, 2013
Filed:
Dec 8, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/963290
Inventors:
Michael A. Slivka - Taunton MA, US
Peter Newton - San Diego CA, US
Hassan A. Serhan - South Easton MA, US
Assignee:
DePuy Synthes Products, LLC - Raynham MA
International Classification:
A61B 17/70
US Classification:
606270
Abstract:
Spinal anchoring methods and devices are provided that are effective to correct spinal deformities while allowing some flexibility to the spine. In particular, the methods and devices allow a spinal fixation element to mate to several adjacent vertebrae to maintain the vertebrae at a fixed distance relative to one another, yet to allow the orientation of each vertebrae relative to the fixation element to adjust as the orientation of the patient's spine changes.