Neurology
George Makari, MD
Director, Neurology Department
Tacoma, WA
Dr. George Makari is a pediatric neurologist specializing in child neurology at MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital in Tacoma, Washington, where he serves as director of the neurology department. He primarily treats children with neurological disorders including epilepsy, sleep disorders, Tourette syndrome, headaches, seizures, ADHD and behavioral issues, developmental disorders, irregular sleep-wake syndrome, and excessive daytime sleepiness. His patien
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology (ABPN)
- Sleep Medicine (ABPN)
Education & Training
- Medical School: Cairo University School of Medicine (MD, 1980)
- Residency: Children's Hospital of Michigan (Pediatrics, 1983-1985)
- Fellowship: Medical College of Georgia (Child Neurology, 1985-1988)
Peer Recognition
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
- Seattle Magazine — Top Doctors
2016-2024 (9 years)
- Super Doctors — Super Doctor
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Child Neurology
Conditions & Treatments
Epilepsy & Seizure DisordersNeonatal NeurologyNeurodevelopmental Disorders
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Providence Centralia Hospital
- MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital
- MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
- Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center, Seattle
- MultiCare Covington Medical Center
Languages
English