System and apparatus for automated total body imaging

Abstract

An imaging station / booth for automated total body imaging having a small footprint and capable of quickly, efficiently, effectively, and consistently capturing multiple body images of a user or patient over time with minimal assistance from medical staff.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority to provisional patent application having Ser. No. 61 / 643,638, filed May 7, 2012, which is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety.FIELD OF INVENTION[0002]The present invention generally relates to a system and apparatus for automated total body imaging. More particularly, the present invention relates to a system and apparatus for automated total body imaging which includes a streamlined imaging station / booth having a small footprint for use in medical offices which is capable of quickly, efficiently, effectively and consistently capturing multiple body images of a user or patient with minimal assistance from medical staff.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Skin related conditions and diseases, including skin cancer, must involve monitoring of the skin in order to diagnose and / or monitor the condition or disease as well as evaluate treatment for the condition or disease. In addition, skin must be mo...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention is an automated system and apparatus for total body imaging which allows for quick and precise capture of body images of a user in predetermined poses. The system includes an imaging station / booth that automatically captures body images of a user when they position themselves in the predetermined poses. The imaging station / booth is compact and safe, with patient privacy during imaging. The system determines if the user is correctly positioned for a pose and communicates the positioning to the user before capturing the image. The key feature of the system is its ability to interface with electronic medical records, allowing medical professionals to make diagnoses without being present during the imaging process. The system can include a plurality of cameras, body positioning members, a display screen, speakers, and an enclosed interior area. The invention enables quick and accurate skin abnormality detection and skin cancer screening without the need for human presence.

Problems solved by technology

Although skin cancer cases are on the rise, early detection of skin cancer can play a significant role in its treatment and the costs associated with treatment.

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