| Medical College Kolkata | INDIA
Prof. Moumita Samanta is a distinguished academician and clinician serving as Professor and HDU In-Charge in Pediatric Medicine at Medical College Kolkata. She completed her medical education with excellence, receiving the Best Outgoing Female Medical Graduate award in 2005 from Manipal Academy of Higher Education. She later earned her MD in Pediatric Medicine, securing a Gold Medal in 2010 from West Bengal University of Health Sciences.
Clinical Experience & Specialization
With over 14 years of experience in Pediatric Intensive Care, Prof. Samanta has developed strong expertise in managing critically ill children. Her areas of specialization include pediatric critical care, nephrology, and immunology. She has further strengthened her clinical acumen through an observership in Pediatric Nephrology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences New Delhi.
Research Contributions & Scientific Impact
Prof. Samanta has made significant contributions to pediatric research, with:
- 56 research publications in national and international journals
- 868 citations and an h-index of 15
- Recognition as a Women Researcher Award recipient (2021)
Notably, one of her research works has been cited in the globally respected textbook Avery’s Diseases of the Newborn. She has also served as a peer reviewer for reputed scientific journals, contributing to the advancement of evidence-based medicine.
Research Training & Clinical Trials
She has received formal training in Good Clinical Practice and completed the Basic Course in Biomedical Research conducted by ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology. Prof. Samanta has actively participated as a co-investigator and study coordinator in multiple Phase II–IV clinical trials. Additionally, she contributed to the Sepsis Control Project at Medical College Kolkata, funded by the National Rural Health Mission.
Teaching, Leadership & Professional Service
An experienced educator, Prof. Samanta has been involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, mentoring, and curriculum development for over 14 years. She is also a Level 4 certified Simulation Instructor in Emergency Pediatrics by PediSTARS India.
Currently, she serves as an Executive Member of the West Bengal Academy of Pediatrics (2026–27), reflecting her leadership within the pediatric community.
Awards & Honors
- Best Outgoing Female Medical Graduate (2005)
- Gold Medalist in MD Pediatric Medicine (2010)
- Women Researcher Award (2021)
Eligibility for Distinguished Professor Award
Prof. Moumita Samanta is highly eligible for the Distinguished Professor Award in Scientific Laurels owing to her exemplary contributions across clinical practice, research, and medical education. As Professor and HDU In-Charge at Medical College Kolkata, she has demonstrated over 14 years of expertise in pediatric intensive care, with specialized interests in nephrology and immunology. Her academic excellence is reflected in her gold medal from West Bengal University of Health Sciences and early recognition from Manipal Academy of Higher Education. She has made substantial research contributions with 56 publications, 868 citations, and an h-index of 15, including recognition through citation in the renowned textbook Avery’s Diseases of the Newborn. Her active involvement in clinical trials, public health initiatives, and research training through ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology further strengthens her profile. Additionally, her long-standing commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, curriculum development, and professional leadership—evident from her role in the West Bengal Academy of Pediatrics—demonstrates a sustained impact on both academia and healthcare. These accomplishments collectively establish her as a deserving candidate for this prestigious distinction.