Abstract: A slit-lamp assembly that has a pivoting arm that is removably connected to a vertical column associated with a frame. The pivoting arm supports a plate spindle assembly that supports a camera wherein the plate spindle assembly includes a bracket that secures a digital camera thereto and a light assembly thereto so that the lens of the camera is disposed through a circular opening of the light assembly.
Abstract: A method and system for identifying an astigmatic axis having a camera and light mounted to a slit lamp for taking a photo of a patient's eye. A template having a rotatable dial is set using a schematic diagram. The template is transferred to the photo and the correct axis is marked through slots on the template.