About

Healing Is a Partnership, Not a Prescription

For as long as I can remember, I’ve believed that healthcare should be more than prescriptions and quick fixes — it should be a partnership in healing and living well. Over the years, as a Family Medicine specialist and Lifestyle Medicine physician, I’ve witnessed how small, intentional changes in the way we eat, move, think, and connect can transform lives far beyond what medication alone can do.

My mission is simple: to help you reclaim your health and live with balance, purpose, and vitality — while empowering the next generation of physicians to lead with compassion and innovation.

Whether you’re here to reverse chronic illness, prevent disease, or simply feel more alive and resilient, know that you are not alone. Together, we’ll combine science-backed medicine with the power of lifestyle — nourishing your body, calming your mind, and helping you create the life and health you truly deserve.

I’m honored to walk this journey with you.

Here’s to living well — naturally, intentionally, and fully.

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Years Experience of Clinical Practice at AUBMC

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Certifications in Integrative & Lifestyle Medicine Specializations

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Years of Experience Educating and Mentoring Medical Students & Residents

A commitment to healing that honors the whole person — body, mind, and lifestyle.

Compassion

Centering care on dignity, empathy, and kindness.

Scientific Integrity

Backing every recommendation with trusted research and clinical evidence.

Education

Mentoring future physicians and modeling human-centered leadership.

Community Engagement

Serving vulnerable populations and advocating for equitable, preventative healthcare.

What Patients & Colleagues Say

Dr. Makarem takes time to truly listen. Her holistic approach helped me make sustainable lifestyle changes that transformed my health.

Patient AUBMC

Her passion for teaching and mentoring inspires every student she works with. She models excellence and compassion in medicine.

Medical Student AUB Faculty of Medicine