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Dr. Goutam Datta

[M.Optom., PGDHA.; Ph.D.; D.Sc. (Scholar)]

Author & Professor

Department of Optometry,

Haldia Institute of Management (A Unit of ICARE),

Under MAKAUT (former West Bengal University of Technology), Hatiberia, Haldia, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal.

Email ID: gdatta53@radiffmail.com Mobile: 09862641243

Former Associate Professor–II

Dept. of Optometry, TIPS

Under Tripura Central University,

Suryamani Nagar, Agartala, Tripura (west), India.

Professional Background

· From 2002 - 2009 working as Refractionist in Police Dept. (Health) Govt. of Tripura.

· From 2007, working in rural Tripura about vision impairment, social awareness, management of vision improvement, etc.

· From 2009 to 2019, working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Optometry, Tripura Institute of Paramedical Sciences, under Tripura Central University, Suryamani Nagar, Agartala, Tripura.

· From 2019 to till 27/09/2025, working as an Associate professor in the Department of Optometry, Tripura Institute of Paramedical Sciences, under Tripura Central University, Suryamani Nagar, Agartala, Tripura.

· From 10/10/2025 to till date, working as a Professor in the Department of Optometry, Haldia Institute of Management (A Unit of ICARE), under Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (formerly known as West Bengal University of Technology), Hatiberia, Haldia, Purba Medinipur, West Bengal.

· Chief Head Examiner in Optometry Department; appointed by Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal.

· I am also a nominated member of - “In reference to letter No. Z-28016/03/2023 – AHS, dated 24/06/2024, Dr. Gautam Datta, Associate professor, Dept of optometry, attached with Tripura institute of Paramedical Sciences (TIPS), Agartala, Tripura is here by nominated as Part-time Member under section 3(3)(d)(i) from Tripura to National Council for Allied and Health care profession (NCAHP) as per qualification and experience mentioned in Clause (3)(1) of NCAHP Rules, 2021, for a term of two years w.e.f. 10-08-2024.”.

· Life member of “National Allied and Health Care Professional Association” (NAHPA/ILM/816)

Educational Background

· Diploma in Optometry from Kolkata, India, scoring higher 2^nd class in the year 2000, scoring 60.29%.

· Ophthalmic Instrument maintenance Training from Aravind Eye Hospital, Madurai in the year 2001.

· Bachelor in Optometry from Rajasthan, India, scoring 1^st class in the year 2005, scoring 61.67%.

· P. G. Diploma in Hospital Administration from Apollo Hospital (Kolkata) in the year 2006, scoring A Grade.

· Masters in Optometry (Paediatric) from Orissa, India, scoring 1^st class in the year 2008, scoring 70.33%.

· Refresher training program in Low Vision form L. V. Prasad Eye Institute Hyderabad, in the year 2012.

· Refresher training program in Pediatric Optometry form CLGEI Moradabad, in the year 2016.

· Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from OPJS university, Rajasthan, Churu; in the year 2024.

· Enrolled as a Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) in Optometry bearing Enrollment No. RD02-0725-0011 dated 16/07/2025 under Sikkim Sardar Patel University, Namchi, South Sikkim; in the year 2025 - 2026

Achievements

I am an Author of four Optometry books, and also a Paneled author under MAULANA ABUL KALAM AZAD UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, WB (Former WBTU, WB); in which one is text book and others are reference book named:

A. Text Book of Visual Optics (ISBN – 978-93-85274-21-3) View

B. Essentials of Paediatric Optometry (ISBN – 978-93-85274-35-0) View

C. An Over View of Clinical Refraction (ISBN – 978-93-85274-36-7) View

D. Guide for Low Vision Care (ISBN – 978-93-85274-75-6) View

I have three International (UK) Patent and one Indian Patent on Ophthalmic Diagnostic Instruments, and so many are developing for innovations.

A. Ocular imaging and diagnostic apparatus (6513412)

B. Integrated Twin-Head Medical Diagnostic Torch (6518551) View

C. AI based – Handheld Ophthalmic Diagnostic Device (6518552)

D. Handheld Ophthalmic Diagnostic Instrument (504632-001) View

Recently I was achieved BHARAT EXCELLENCE ICON AWARD – 2026 (ALL/03812/2020 – 2021/111) View and London Book of World Records (LBOWRE 6020802); Asian Book of World Records (ABWR24260145)

I have published around 36 scientific papers in different national and international journals about in optometry field, which is a continues process for me in academic life.

1. Goutam Datta, ‘Recurrent stye can be stopped by refractive correction- A case study’, JMSCR Volume 08 Issue 06 June 2020; 39:219-22, https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v8i6.

2. Goutam Datta, ‘Patient with Stargardt's Disease are Well Respond with Minimum Magnification - A Case Report’, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Volume 9 Issue 6, June 2020, 1511 – 1513 https://www.ijsr.net/search_index_results_paperid.php?id=SR20624154557

3. Goutam Datta, ‘Albinism – Well Managed By Low Vision Devices – A Case Report’ , International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews (IJRAR), Volume.7, Issue 2, Page No pp.314-316, June 2020, http://www.ijrar.org/IJRAR2002421.pdf

4. Goutam Datta, ‘Post Correction Indistinct Vision Can Be Managed By Minimum Astigmatic Correction –A Case Report’, IJAEMA, Volume XII, Issue VII, July/2020; 929-931

DOI: 18.0002. IJAEMA. 2020.V12I7.200001.015685900194

5. Goutam Datta, ‘Asymptomatic ametropia related headache can be managed with simple spectacle correction – A case report’, International Journal of Research (IJR), Volume IX, Issue VIII, August/2020; 140-143 DOI:16.10089.IJR.2020.VIXI8.285311.1365263

6. Goutam Datta, ‘Long time presbyopic wearer with Plano or spherical power may more distinct by astigmatic adjustment – a case report’, AEGAEUM JOURNAL, Volume 8, Issue 10, 2020; 1217-1219 DOI:16.10089.AJ.2020.V8I10.285311.41195

7. Goutam Datta, ‘Patient’s with Age Related Macular Degeneration may improve their vision by low vision devices – A case report’, Journal of Shanghai Jiaotong University, Volume 16, Issue 10, October – 2020; 228-231 https://shjtdxxb-e.cn/volume-16-issue-10-october-2020

8. Goutam Datta, ‘A study on – Blindness pattern among tea garden workers of Tripura’, GIS Science Journal, VOLUME 7, ISSUE 11, 2020; 701-704 DOI: 20.18001.GSJ. 2020.V7I10.20.36010

9. Goutam Datta, ‘Contaminated pond water may cause chronic allergic conjunctivitis in rural area–a case report’, Science, Technology and Development Journal, Volume IX Issue XI NOVEMBER 2020; 62-65 DOI:20.18001.STD.2020.V9I11.20.34709

10. Goutam Datta, ‘A study on – Prevalence of refractive errors in remotest area of south Tripura’, Journal of Interdisciplinary Cycle Research(JICR), volume XII Issue XII December – 2020; 267-271

DOI:18.0002.JICR 2020.V12I12.008301.317122296

11. Goutam Datta, ‘Prevalence of refractive errors in medical and paramedical students in Tripura’, Science, Technology and Development Journal, Volume X Issue VIII AUGUST 2021; 122-126; DOI: 21.18001.STD. 2021.V10I8.21.351613

12. Goutam Datta, ‘Prevalence and impact of ocular issues’, International Journal of Exploring Emerging Trends in Engineering (IJOEETE), Vol. 01, Jan To June, 2022; Https://Ijoeete.Com/

13. Goutam Datta, ‘Assessment of post pandemic visual effects among primary students of urban Tripura’, International Journal Dental and Medical Sciences Research Volume 4, Issue 4, July-Aug 2022 pp 334-338 DOI: 10.35629/5252-0404334338

14. Goutam Datta¹; Dr. Amar Kanti Chakma², ‘Post COVID scenario of visual disorders among rural school children of tribal area of Tripura’, JMSCR Volume 10 Issue 07 July 2022; page – 32-37, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v10i7.07

15. Goutam Datta, ‘Risk factors and contributing factors’, IJEETE Journal of Research, Vol.1, Issue I, Jan to June, 2023; Https://Ijoeete.Com/

16. Goutam Datta, ‘Early Detection of Amblyopia May Improve With Patching Therapy – A Case Report’; Volume 10 Issue 1 2021; 8 – 12; DOI:16.10089.JSC 2020.V10I1.285311.2858

17. Dr. Goutam Datta; Pooja Mandal; Satarupa Mohanta; ‘Effect of Refractive Error Among Secondary School Students’, Journal of Xidian University, VOLUME 18, ISSUE 8, 2024; 120-124; https://doi.org/10.5281/Zenodo.13238915

18. Dr. Goutam Datta, Swagata Chakravorty; ‘Prevalence of Photophobia Among College Going Students’, GRADIVA REVIEW JOURNAL; VOLUME 10 ISSUE 8 2024; 223-226; DOI:10.37897.GRJ 2023.V10I8.24.5140438

19. Tania Das, Sanchita Paul, Dipa Gupta, Dr. Goutam Datta, ‘Side Effects of Contraceptive Pill in Visual System’; Acervo Journal, Vol 10, ISSUE 3, 2025, 33-38; https://acervojournal.com/

20. Tanushree Majumder, Debanjoy Debnath, Poushali Das, Abhranil Chakraborty, Dr. Goutam Datta, ‘A Study on effects on the eye in puberty life at Agartala’; TANZ (ISSN NO: 1869-7720) VOL 20 ISSUE 4, 2025, 255-260; https://tanzj.net/

21. Dr. Goutam Datta; Dr. Jewel Namasudra; ‘Ocular effects and current scenario of pterygium in urban area of Assam’;

RHIMRJ (e-ISSN:2349-7637) Volume – 12/No – 12/ December-2025; https://doi.org/10.53573/rhimrj. 2025.v12n12.013

22. Dr. Goutam Datta; Dr. Jewel Namasudra; ‘Diabetes and its effects on the eyes – A study in urban area of Assam’; IJIRT (ISSN 2349-6002) Volume 12 Issue 8, January 2026; https://ijirt.org/publishedpaper/IJIRT190228_PAPER.pdf

23. Dr. Goutam Datta; ‘Epidemiological and Microbiological profile of Infectious Keratitis in Rural West Bengal’; IJCREM (ISSN: 2582-3930) Volume 10 Issue 02, February, 2026; DOI:10.55041/IJSREM56387

24. Dr. Goutam Datta; ‘Ocular effects by digital devices among school students in urban area of Tripura’; IJVRA (ISSN: 2984-8903) Volume 4 Issue 2, February, 2026; https://ijpub.org/ijvra/track.php?r_id=700453

25. Pallabita Datta; Dr. Goutam Datta; ‘The obstacles to the application of artificial intelligence in India's rural healthcare sector’ IJSCI (E-ISSN: 3049-0251) Volume 3 Issue 2, February 2026; DOI: https://doi.org/10.70849/ijsci03022601341.

26. Pallabita Datta; Dr. Goutam Datta; “Ring-Structured Ocular imaging and diagnostic apparatus – An Innovation” IJSCI (E-ISSN: 3049-0251); Volume 3 Issue 5, May 2026; DOI: https://doi.org/10.70849/ijsci03052655252

27. Dr. Goutam Datta; Pallabita Datta; “Integrated Twin-Head Medical Diagnostic Torch – A Novelty” International Journal of Creative and Open Research in Engineering and Management ISSN: 3108-1754 (Online) Volume 02 Issue 06 June-2026; IJCOPE/LOA/2026/06/136

28. Dr. Goutam Datta; Pallabita Datta; “AI-Powered Portable Eye Screening Device – An Innovation” View (IJSRED-V9I3P319); International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development (ISSN: 2581-7175) ; Volume 9 Issue 3, May-June 2026 https://www.ijsred.com/volume9-issue3-part32.html

29. Dr. Goutam Datta; “Digital Learning and Vision Health: Exploring Post-Pandemic Refractive Error Trends Among Students in Tripura”; Journal of Neonatal Surgery; ISSN(Online): 2226-0439; Vol.14, Issue 32s (2025); 10936-10941

I am also presented so many scientific papers in different national and international conference about rural blindness patterns of Tripura. So many papers are going to be published in different national and international journals.

1. “REFRACTIVE ERRORS IN RURAL AREA IN SOUTHERN TRIPURA” presentation in ESO International Vision Science and Optometry Conference, EIVOC 2010 (12^th August 2010 to 14^th August 2010) at Sankara Nethralaya Chennai.

2. “REFRACTIVE ERRORS IN RURAL AREA IN SOUTHERN TRIPURA (2^nd Part)” presentation in International Symposium on Community Ophthalmology, INACO 2010 at Science City Auditorium, Kolkata, West Bengal on 30^th. & 31st. October, 2010.

3. “JOURNEY TO VISION 2020” Video presentation in International Symposium on Community Ophthalmology, INACO 2010 at Science City Auditorium, Kolkata, West Bengal on 30^th, & 31st. October, 2010.

4. “PATTERN OF REFRACTIVE ERRORS IN RURAL TRIPURA” presentation in National Seminar on Current Trends in Clinical Research, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

5. “VISUAL IMPAIRMENT FROM GLAUCOMA AND CATARACT AMONG OUTREACH TRIBAL

POPULATION OF RURAL TRIPURA” presentation in ACOIN National CME at Aizawl, Mizoram on 23rd, 24th. & 25th. May, 2011.

6. “BLINDNESS PATERN IN TEA GARDEN WORKERS AT TRIPURA” presentation in ACOIN second national conference 2011 at Guwahati, Assam.

7. “VISION 2020 IN REMOTEST TRIPURA” Video Presentation in ACOIN second national conference 2011 at Guwahati, Assam.

8. “PATTERN OF REFRACTIVE ERRORS IN ADULTS OF RURAL TRIPURA” presentation in 9^th GA of IAPB at

Hyderabad, India on 17^th to 20th, September 2012.

9. “A STUDY ON OCULAR EFFECTS OF ONLINE STUDY IN PANDEMIC SITUATION AMONG PRIMARY TO COLLEGE LEVEL STUDENTS IN TRIPURA AND THEIR POSSIBLE REMEDIES”, presented in OPJS University,

Churu, Rajasthan, In research conference for doctoral journey and beyond on 26^th July 2021

10. “PREVALENCE AND IMPACT OF OCULAR ISSUES” presented in SRGBNC, Sanawad, and RFI at Madhya Pradesh, International conference on Recent trends of commerce arts, science, education, management and humanities in present scenario from 26^th to 27^th September 2022.

11. “RISK FACTORS AND CONTRIBUTING FACTORS” presented in MKES college of law – Mumbai, and RFI at Mumbai, International Multidisciplinary conference on Need of anthropogenic intervention in achieving sustainable development on 17^th July 2023.