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Dr James Makokis
Family Physician
About Dr Makokis
Edit profileDr. James Makokis is a trailblazing Family Physician practicing at South Common Medical Centre, located at 9711 23 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6N 1K7. Renowned for blending Western medicine with traditional Cree healing, he offers inclusive, culturally grounded care to patients from all walks of life, especially Indigenous and transgender communities. Practicing in a welcoming clinic inside the Real Canadian Superstore®, Dr. Makokis is a beacon of advocacy and compassion. If you’ve experienced his care, share your story and help others discover a physician who truly listens.
Special interest
Dr. Makokis’s medical interests include transgender health, Indigenous wellness, hormone replacement therapy, and culturally safe care models. He is internationally recognized for pioneering gender-affirming medicine and integrating Cree Natural Laws—such as kindness and honesty—into clinical practice. His work also focuses on dismantling systemic barriers in healthcare for marginalized populations.
Education and training
Dr. James Makokis earned his Master of Health Science from the University of Toronto in 2006, completed his MD at the University of Ottawa in 2010, and graduated from the University of British Columbia’s Aboriginal Family Medicine Residency Program in 2012. He is certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta.
Practice in South Common Medical Centre
South Common Medical Centre
- 9711 23 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6N 1K7
- (780) 989-1212
- (780) 989-3511
- https://www.primacy.ca/locations/south-common/
Frequently Asked Questions
He combines Western clinical methods with traditional Cree healing, creating a holistic and culturally respectful experience for every patient.
Yes, he is a leading expert in transgender health and offers hormone therapy, gender-affirming care, and advocacy support for trans individuals across Canada.
Absolutely—his practice is open to all, and many patients seek him out for his inclusive and empathetic approach to care.
Currently, he is not accepting new patients at South Common Medical Centre, but you can check back or explore his advocacy work online.
He integrates emotional wellness into every consultation, especially for patients facing discrimination, and offers trauma-informed care rooted in cultural understanding.
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