Training Paramedicals to Build Capacity in Assam

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One of the largest hurdles in scaling vision care in rural Northeast India is the acute shortage of trained ophthalmic assistants, refractionists, and nursing personnel. To address this gap, Maeyes Foundation runs vocational training and capacity-building programs for local youth.

Our curriculum focuses on hands-on practice, teaching students the clinical use of autorefractometers, slit lamps, biometers, and lensmeters. Paramedical trainees learn to conduct visual acuity checks, assist consultants in primary diagnoses, and manage surgical prep procedures under clinical guidelines.

By equipping local students with certified clinical skills, we are building a sustainable workforce capable of serving community diagnostic centers. Graduates from our program find immediate placement opportunities as ophthalmic assistants and clinical interns in eye centers across the region.

Comments (2)

Anshuman Baruah 2 weeks ago Reply

This course changed my life. I received hands-on clinical training at Renu Eye Care Centre and now work full-time as an ophthalmic assistant!
Prof. J. N. Gogoi 2 weeks ago Reply

Vocational capacity building is the correct approach to solving rural health shortages. Training local youth generates both employment and community care.