I saw Dr. Makani for my recent pregnancy. I had a very difficult previous pregnancy that left me nervous around medical professionals, so I was skeptical at first. Dr. Makani proved to be very calming, nurturing, informative, professional, etc — everything you want in a doctor. She always remembered everything about me at my appointments… which has to be hard to do with so many patients. The day of my delivery, another doctor from her group delivered my baby and was also top notch. The only(very minor) critique would be some of the office staff seemed rushed and not personable… but they always did an excellent job. Overall, having Dr. Makani helped me achieve the pregnancy I dreamed of.
Joelle R.
Place rating: 4 San Marcos, CA
I have had Dr Makani as my gyno for about 6 years now. I find her to be thorough, she never rushes me as i am the type to ask alot of questions. I have never used her as an obsetrician as I am beyond the age of having my children. I find her delightful and easy to talk to. My daughter has started using her and likes her as well.
Homa S.
Place rating: 3 San Clemente, CA
She was my second doctor as I moved during my pregnancy. We had a successful delivery, that’s why the three stars. I didn’t think she was great, from the beginning. Even after 15 visits, she didn’t remember much about my case. I didn’t feel the good vibe, ya need to feel with your doctor.
Sarah A.
Place rating: 1 Encinitas, CA
Zero star, not one! I picked her because I read somewhere that the office she works at was all for natural birth. She made me believe I was gonna have a natural birth up until my due date and then out of nowhere, without any medical reason, she practically forced my hand to schedule a c-section. This was my first baby and I was very emotional and thought the doctor would want whats best for me. Turns out, this wasn’t true at all. Now, I am pregnant with my second and I have seen couple doctors and midwives, everyone looks at my chart and asks why the hell I had c-section first time around. Anyway, If you are afraid of labor and would like a scheduled delivery, sure, go to Dr. Makani.