Abstract: A method for photographing at least a portion of a subject is disclosed, the method comprising: generating a photography scheme, the photography scheme comprising a set of photography control points, each of the photography control points comprising: a location of the platform relative to the subject; an orientation of the platform relative to the subject; and one or more photography parameters; determining a location and an orientation of the platform carrying the imaging system; navigating the platform to each of the photography control points and operating the imaging system to capture an image of the subject at each of the photography control points according to the associated photography parameters. A method of administering photodynamic therapy to a subject is also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus for skin imaging is provided. The apparatus is used in conjunction with a mobile device to obtain digital images using a digital camera and a light source provided by the mobile device. The apparatus includes an optical system for illuminating an object to be imaged with uniform ambient light and a light conduit for delivering reflected light to the mobile device digital camera. The apparatus is removably attachable to the mobile device and/or a mobile device case. One or more optical elements, such as lenses, films, filters, and light caps may be used to improve image quality and/or acquire magnified images.

Abstract: An apparatus for skin imaging is provided. The apparatus is used in conjunction with a mobile device to obtain digital images using a digital camera and a light source provided by the mobile device. The apparatus includes an optical system for illuminating an object to be imaged with uniform ambient light and a light conduit for delivering reflected light to the mobile device digital camera. The apparatus is removably attachable to the mobile device and/or a mobile device case. One or more optical elements, such as lenses, films, filters, and light caps may be used to improve image quality and/or acquire magnified images.