Jess Weiss

Jess B. Weiss (Born 1917 Bronx, New York - died June 28, 2007 Fort Lauderdale, Florida) was an American anesthesiologist and medical doctor.

Weiss was best known for redesigning the shape of the epidural needle by adding a T-shaped set of wings. This allowed anesthesiologists and physicians to more easily guide the needle into the spine of the patient.

External links and references

 * Boston Globe: Jess Weiss, 90; redesigned an epidural needle