Optom Amod Gogate, is an Optometrist with more than 34 years combined professional experience in clinical, academic and as corporate executive MNC
Amod currently is the Associate Director of Training and Strategic Planning at PBMA’s H V Desai Eye Hospital, Pune where he works with management team on strategic planning and talent development.
Amod is Optom graduate from All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS), M.Optom. from Pune. Amod helped establish School of Optometry at Bharati Vidyapeeth University Medical College, as served as Asso Professor & Head. He was Associate Director of Professional Education at Johnson & Johnson Vision Care for 15 years, during which he completed Executive PG Diploma in Global Business Management from IIM Calcutta.
Amod has presented papers and posters at various international conferences on Optometry education in India. He has received several awards for his professional achievements, and the Best Optometrist of the Year 1996 by Indian Optometric Association.
Amod has been involved in healthcare management, clinical education, strategic thinking, customer experience and digital transformation. In a mentorship role, Amod looks forward to coaching young Optometrists on how to excel in career & enjoy life, while contributing to eye health awareness in the society.