DR. THOMAS D DRESSEL, MD
Radiology at France Ave, Minneapolis, MN
License number
Minnesota 22143
Category
Radiology
Type
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Address
Address
6545 France Ave S STE 301, Minneapolis, MN 55435
Phone
(952) 929-1812
(952) 929-1943 (Fax)
(952) 831-5773
(952) 931-7224 (Fax)
(952) 929-1943 (Fax)
(952) 831-5773
(952) 931-7224 (Fax)
Professional information
Thomas David Dressel, New Prague MN
Specialties:
Plastic Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Work:
Queen Of Peace Hospital
301 2Nd St NE, New Prague, MN 56071 Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Associates
9055 Springbrook Dr NW, Minneapolis, MN 55433
301 2Nd St NE, New Prague, MN 56071 Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Associates
9055 Springbrook Dr NW, Minneapolis, MN 55433
Education:
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (1974)
Dr. Thomas D Dressel, Edina MN - MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Specialties:
General Surgery, Plastic Surgery
Address:
Dressel & Werner Mds
6545 France Ave S STE 276, Edina 55435
(952) 929-1812 (Phone)
6545 France Ave S STE 276, Edina 55435
(952) 929-1812 (Phone)
Procedures:
Dressing and/or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy), Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer, Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Conditions:
Breast Lump/Mass, Carcinoma in Situ, Lipomas, Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Certifications:
General Surgery, 1984, Plastic Surgery, 1985
Awards:
Healthgrades Honor Roll
Languages:
English
Hospitals:
Dressel & Werner Mds
6545 France Ave S STE 276, Edina 55435
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
800 East 28Th St, Minneapolis 55407
Fairview Southdale Hospital
6401 France Ave South, Edina 55435
Fairview University Medical Center - Mesabi
750 East 34Th St, Hibbing 55746
6545 France Ave S STE 276, Edina 55435
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
800 East 28Th St, Minneapolis 55407
Fairview Southdale Hospital
6401 France Ave South, Edina 55435
Fairview University Medical Center - Mesabi
750 East 34Th St, Hibbing 55746
Education:
Medical School
University of Mn Med Sch
Graduated: 1974
Hennepin County Medical Center
Eastern Va Med Auth
U Minn Hosp
Eastern Virginia Medical School
University of Mn Med Sch
Graduated: 1974
Hennepin County Medical Center
Eastern Va Med Auth
U Minn Hosp
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Soft Tissue Aspiration Device And Method
US Patent:
4985027, Jan 15, 1991
Filed:
Feb 26, 1990
Appl. No.:
7/485081
Inventors:
Thomas D. Dressel - Bloomington MN
International Classification:
A61B 1736
US Classification:
606 15
Abstract:
A laser soft tissue aspiration device comprises an aspiration cannula housing a laser energy transmitting means for conducting laser energy to the site witin a patient's body for aspiration of soft tissue. The cannula is provided with an aspiration inlet port adjacent the cannula distal end. The proximal end of the cannula is provided with fluid flow connection to an aspiration source. A laser guide tube is additionally provided housing the laser energy transmitting means extending longitudinally within the cannula lumen from the laser energy source at the cannula proximal end and terminating at a point immediately prior to the aspiration inlet port. The tube also provides a conduit for transmitting cooling and cleaning fluid flow for the laser energy transmitting means.
A surgical method of aspirating soft tissue from a patient in vivo using this device is also provided transmitting means. Separated soft tissue and fluid is aspirated through the aspiration inlet port and the cannula by means of an aspiration source at the proximal end of the cannula.
Soft Tissue Cutting Aspiration Device And Method
US Patent:
5102410, Apr 7, 1992
Filed:
Oct 9, 1990
Appl. No.:
7/577679
Inventors:
Thomas D. Dressel - Bloomington MN
International Classification:
A61B 1736
US Classification:
606 15
Abstract:
A laser soft tissue aspiration device comprises an aspiration cannula housing a laser energy transmitting means for conducting laser energy to the site within a patient's body for aspiration of soft tissue. The cannula is provided with an aspiration inlet port adjacent the cannula distal end. The proximal end of the cannula is provided with fluid flow connection to an aspiration source. A laser guide tube is additionally provided housing the laser energy transmitting means extending longitudinally within the cannula lumen from a laser energy source at the cannula proximal end and terminating at a point immediately prior to the aspiration inlet port. The tube also provides a conduit for transmitting cooling and cleaning fluid flow for the laser energy transmitting means.
A surgical method of aspirating soft tissue from a patient in vivo using this device is also provided transmitting means. Separated soft tissue and fluid is aspirated through the aspiration inlet port and the cannula by means of an aspiration source at the proximal end of the cannula.
Laser Energy Devices And Methods For Soft Tissue Removal
US Patent:
2009028, Nov 19, 2009
Filed:
May 4, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/435191
Inventors:
Brian D. Zelickson - Minneapolis MN, US
Thomas Dressel - Bloomington MN, US
Stephen M. Tobin - Newton Highlands MA, US
Paul Sowyrda - Needham MA, US
Steven Woolfson - Boston MA, US
Thomas Dressel - Bloomington MN, US
Stephen M. Tobin - Newton Highlands MA, US
Paul Sowyrda - Needham MA, US
Steven Woolfson - Boston MA, US
International Classification:
A61B 18/20
US Classification:
606 14
Abstract:
A laser energy soft tissue aspiration device comprises a cannula defining an aspiration lumen and having one or more aspiration inlet ports at a distal end. A laser energy transmission guide delivers laser energy from the proximal end of the cannula to the distal end which can be inserted to a tissue removal site within a patient. Reciprocating longitudinal motion of the cannula along with suction provided within the lumen can cause soft tissue to be suctioned into the lumen for removal. Laser energy contained within the lumen and directed by an optical delivery system can ablate soft tissue pulled within the lumen. The optical delivery system can further protect the terminal point of the laser energy transmission guide, from which, the laser energy can be delivered.
Laser Energy Devices And Methods For Soft Tissue Removal
US Patent:
2009027, Nov 5, 2009
Filed:
May 4, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/435184
Inventors:
Brian D. Zelickson - Minneapolis MN, US
Thomas Dressel - Bloomington MN, US
Stephen M. Tobin - Newton Highlands MA, US
Paul Sowyrda - Needham MA, US
Steven Woolfson - Boston MA, US
Thomas Dressel - Bloomington MN, US
Stephen M. Tobin - Newton Highlands MA, US
Paul Sowyrda - Needham MA, US
Steven Woolfson - Boston MA, US
International Classification:
A61B 18/20
US Classification:
606 15
Abstract:
A laser energy soft tissue aspiration device comprises a cannula defining an aspiration lumen and having one or more aspiration inlet ports at a distal end. A laser energy transmission guide delivers laser energy from the proximal end of the cannula to the distal end which can be inserted to a tissue removal site within a patient. Reciprocating longitudinal motion of the cannula along with suction provided within the lumen can cause soft tissue to be suctioned into the lumen for removal. Laser energy contained within the lumen and directed by an optical delivery system can ablate soft tissue pulled within the lumen. The optical delivery system can further protect the terminal point of the laser energy transmission guide by isolating it, or removing it from the flow of aspirated tissue.
Method And Apparatus For Exfoliative Cytology
US Patent:
4243049, Jan 6, 1981
Filed:
Jun 11, 1979
Appl. No.:
6/047222
Inventors:
Robert L. Goodale - Minneapolis MN
Thomas D. Dressel - Minneapolis MN
John W. Borner - Coon Rapids MN
Thomas D. Dressel - Minneapolis MN
John W. Borner - Coon Rapids MN
International Classification:
A61B 1000
US Classification:
128757
Abstract:
A method of obtaining actual tumor cells from remote, previously inaccessible anatomical locations and apparatus for carrying out said method, which includes a miniature cell-scraping rasp of an extremely small size which was previously unavailable and which is particularly adapted to be passed into the far reaches of inaccessible anatomic organs. The method and the rasp are particularly adaptable to abrade the epithelium of ductal areas and produce exfoliation of cells and facilitate collections of the cells for cytologic diagnosis.
Laser Energy Devices And Methods For Soft Tissue Removal
US Patent:
2009027, Nov 5, 2009
Filed:
May 4, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/435179
Inventors:
Brian D. Zelickson - Minneapolis MN, US
Thomas Dressel - Bloomington MN, US
Stephen M. Tobin - Newton Highlands MA, US
Paul Sowyrda - Needham MA, US
Steven Woolfson - Boston MA, US
Thomas Dressel - Bloomington MN, US
Stephen M. Tobin - Newton Highlands MA, US
Paul Sowyrda - Needham MA, US
Steven Woolfson - Boston MA, US
International Classification:
A61B 18/22
US Classification:
606 15, 606 16
Abstract:
A laser energy soft tissue aspiration device comprises a cannula defining an aspiration lumen and having one or more aspiration inlet ports at a distal end. A laser energy transmission guide delivers laser energy from the proximal end of the cannula to the distal end which can be inserted to a tissue removal site within a patient. Reciprocating longitudinal motion of the cannula along with suction provided within the lumen can cause soft tissue to be suctioned into the lumen for removal. Laser energy contained within the lumen and directed by an optical delivery system can ablate soft tissue pulled within the lumen. The optical delivery system can further protect the terminal point of the laser energy transmission guide, from which, the laser energy can be delivered.
Laser Energy Device For Soft Tissue Removal
US Patent:
2008020, Aug 28, 2008
Filed:
Dec 12, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/955128
Inventors:
Brian D. Zelickson - Minneapolis MN, US
Thomas Dressel - Bloomington MN, US
Thomas Dressel - Bloomington MN, US
International Classification:
A61B 18/20, A61M 1/00
US Classification:
604 20, 604 22
Abstract:
This invention relates to a device and method for improving the surgical procedure of soft tissue removal by aspiration and more particularly to a device and method utilizing laser energy directed substantially across the inlet port to more readily and safely facilitate the separating of soft tissue from a patient in vivo. This invention has immediate and direct application to the surgical procedure of liposuction or body contouring as well as application in the surgical procedures of other soft tissue removal such as brain tissue, eye tissue, and other soft tissue inaccessible to other soft tissue aspiration techniques.