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Anita Makowski, PA-C

Anita Makowski, PA-C

Primary Care, Family Medicine

accepting new patients

PhysicianPractice

WPP-APP

Locations

Primary Care - Fuquay-Varina Judd Parkway

231 North Judd Parkway
Fuquay-Varina , NC 27526

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Monday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
7:00am - 3:00pm
Primary Care - Fuquay-Varina Judd Parkway

About Me

Anita Makowski is a certified physician assistant with clinical interests in women’s health and adolescent medicine. She has been working as a physician assistant in private practice since 2005, providing a wide variety of family medicine services. Makowski earned undergraduate and graduate degrees in biology and a second master’s degree in physician assistant studies at the University of Iowa.

She has always worked in primary care and loves caring for getting to know the whole family. In her free time, Makowski enjoys spending time with her family (including their two large dogs) and camping.

Education

Masters:
Boston College, Boston, MA (Biology), University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA (Physician Assistant Studies)

Undergraduate:
Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY (Biology)

Board Certifications

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Provider Ratings

5 out of 5

(371 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

186 Reviews

09/04/2023

She was outstanding - very kind and sincere. Spent significant time with me. Asked several questions, and truly listened to my answers.

09/04/2023

I am new to the area and found difficulty in finding a primary care provider. The difficulty was frustrating. According to the website, none of the providers were accepting new patients. Luckily I was able to get an appointment with Anita. She was wonderful.

09/28/2023

Anita, is always patient, thorough, caring, and humorous.

09/25/2023

All staff do excellent

09/25/2023

All the staff are professional and helpful, it's a pleasure to be seen there

09/25/2023

Everyone was very nice and professional.

09/24/2023

Anita, it’s always professional. She listens make suggestions, and is very understanding. I admire her greatly.

09/22/2023

The nurse and provider were outstanding. The scheduling people were very kind and efficient.

09/21/2023

Superb listening of Ms. Makowski Very professional, smart, and excellent on providing care. Please thank her for me.

09/21/2023

As my scores indicate, it was a great experience. Thanks!

09/20/2023

Everything was great

09/18/2023

Everything I really admired and compare with others.This whole care team is 100%

09/18/2023

Anita shared all the possible side effects of medications, her advice on how to proceed along with all options, and was caring and took her time. I greatly appreciated this as I have been met with rushed doctors more often than not and was hesitant coming in due to that, but she was able to change my mind and I left feeling cared about rather than just a check box.

09/14/2023

Anita’s personality

09/12/2023

We love Dr. Anita! She immediately recognized my eldest and was talking to her like they’d just seen each other even though it was a year ago,. My daughter feels very comfortable with her and that’s a big plus because she’s not comfortable with everyone.

08/09/2023

Everything from my visit with my health provider to the lab area outstanding and the waiting room 👌🏾

08/05/2023

I love the staff in FV. Anita & Maureen are kind and compassionate. I always leave there feeling that I was understood and that I understood all aspects of my visit. Yes I recommend Anita all the time… and she truly is asset to wake med.

08/04/2023

Anita Makowski is the best. Always a great experience

08/04/2023

Anita is the best. She listens, she helps you in every wsy

08/31/2023

Anita is the reason I'm willing to come to wakemed with insurance that you do not except . I'm willing to self pay to stay with her because of who she is and how she takes the time until I'm completely comfortable and sure of any questions I have are answered.

08/30/2023

I was getting established as a new patient as I recently moved from out of state. I genuinely felt Anita Makowski was interested in taking the time to learn my history and had an interest in my health - past, present and future. I would definitely recommend her to family and friends.

08/03/2023

Attention to my needs as a patient. Dr Makowski listened to me and gave so much helpful insight and clear direction advising me of the best practices to stay healthy, and making correction to a medication I needed changed. I left the office feeling confident that my needs were met. I am very pleased with Dr Makowski and the entire staff.

08/28/2023

The complete process from signing in, assistant taking vitals/general info and the actual visit with Ms. Makowski was all spot on and very pleasant!!!

08/24/2023

Excellent care

08/02/2023

Brittany the nurse was very professional and caring

08/18/2023

I think every visit is outstanding I’m [] and glad to be here. Anita is wonderful, caring, always with a smile ,very pretty and she is smart!!! I’m glad you is taking care of me😘

08/17/2023

Always outstanding service very caring and always makes you feel special.

08/14/2023

Ms. Makowski always makes one feel like she is treating a family member. She is so thorough that on one of my visits she caught something my orthopedic specialist missed. I have complete confidence in her abilities.

08/11/2023

My doctor was absolutely the best ! Was very satisfied.

08/11/2023

Ms. Anita is always responsive to my worries! I appreciate her so much!

08/10/2023

Love Anita ad a doctor she listens and is very caring,

08/10/2023

Ms.Makowski is always thorough in her exam and explanations. She is kind and patient and listens to me!

08/10/2023

Anita Makowski’s professionalism and knowledge.

08/10/2023

I can see why Anita was so highly recommended on the neighborhood site when I asked for doctor recommendations before moving to the area. She was fantastic!!!!!!

08/10/2023

Taking longer than usual.

08/10/2023

Anita is great.

07/30/2023

Thedoctors explains every thing takes the time to make sure I understand every detail

07/03/2023

Anita is outstanding!!!!!

07/03/2023

Dr. Anita is AMAZING !!!!!!!

07/03/2023

My dr.she is great she explains everything to me very helpful. She’s very efficient on everything. She’s is a good doctor. I am well satisfied with her I’ve already told someone about the doctors there and they are going there now

07/03/2023

All was excellent

07/29/2023

Yes Anita Makowski was very attentive cared about my health issues I would definitely recommend her as a primary care physician

07/26/2023

Anita took time to listen to my concerns about me still not feeling good and addressed them. She is compassionate and wants to get you feeling better soon. I am thankful to have her as my doctor.

07/24/2023

Anita wad aware of my prior info sent to her. So I did not have to repeat. Myself

07/24/2023

Yes Anita is a great doctor she cares Sge is the best!!!!

07/24/2023

Anita Makowski is better than any doctor I've ever seen in my life.

07/21/2023

Anita's knowledge

07/17/2023

Dr Anita made me feel welcome and listened with care. Glad I found her.

07/17/2023

I am so delighted that Ms Makowski is responsible for my medical care. I feel that she cares about me and my health, she shows excellent medical knowledge about my conditions,, she makes strong referrals for my medical needs outside of her internal medicine scope, and she demonstrates excellent knowledge about Medicare requirements for reimbursements as well! I just retired and moved into the area, and I was concerned about finding good medical care. I was a nurse for 43 years, I ran a major cancer center in NY, I know how important good medical care is, especially as I age. I feel very good about the care I will receive under her guidance., and I refer all the other retirees in my 55 and older community to her.

07/16/2023

The concern about my health and treatment going forward was outstanding. The fact that I can ask questions and Anita is willing to listen and answer my questions is excellent. She's never seemed rushed, she explains everything in detail. I feel very comfortable with her. She puts my over thinking mind at ease.

07/14/2023

Anita did an exceptional job listening and explaining all my concerns. I never felt rushed.

07/10/2023

Compassion

07/10/2023

Everything was outstanding. The care and compassion ❤️. The willingness to examine and treat condition. Explanation of treatment and also what to do incase the results are not as expected or that issues arise.

06/30/2023

The knowledge and care of the doctor and her assistant.

06/03/2023

Anita and staff outstanding

06/03/2023

Anita Makowski is the best! She is outstanding, caring, though and understanding!

06/29/2023

Anita was very kind and friendly. She was sincere when she apologized for the wait. I’ve never felt that type of sincerity from a doctor before. Thank you for that!

06/29/2023

Anita is wonderful. She is genuine. I'm so glad she is my primary care provider!

06/26/2023

Anita’s knowledge

06/26/2023

I can’t say enough about how Anita made me feel important when I saw her for the first time. I feel very lucky to have her as my provider.

06/26/2023

They have the great bedside manner very professional very efficient I didn’t feel rushed I felt welcomed I think they all are great people there. I for one really do appreciate them. Because I understand it’s not an easy job

06/24/2023

Every one was pleasant.

06/22/2023

Nurse and Ms. Anita took the time to understand my problem. Explained what to do at home.

06/02/2023

My daughter and I enjoy seeing Anita, she’s always showed great interest and concern for our well being. As patients, Anita tries to help us come up with solutions to our health problems. We appreciate her.

06/02/2023

It was a good drs. Visit

06/02/2023

She was able to communicate well and she gave me her e mail address if i had any questions to ask there. Its very nice to be able to talk directly to the dr when i have a scary situation going on.

06/19/2023

Very good visit no complains.

06/19/2023

I cannot say enough good things about Anita Makowski. She is without question the best PA you could ever hope to have, and I highly recommend her.

06/19/2023

Ms.Anita always takes her time when with me. She is truly an amazing provider. Doctors visits can sometimes be overwhelming but never at WakeMed Fuquay. The staff truly cares about putting you and your health first.

06/15/2023

All Good Yes

06/11/2023

Everyone at the office has always been great at my visits

06/01/2023

Anita is very caring and professional in the way she treats her patients.

05/31/2023

Yes, everyone was very professional. Very helpful and explaining everything to you and very prompt.

05/31/2023

Dr. Makowski is very thorough and explains everything in a way that I understand. She also listens to my needs and concerns. She’s very respectful too.

04/09/2023

Tam and Anita were both great to work with. I didn't feel uncomfortable at any time. The visit did not feel rushed and unimportant. I am very pleased with the level of care and attention that I received.

04/03/2023

Always an outstanding experience with WakeMed Primary Care and Anita Makowski.

04/03/2023

Anita is outstanding! This health care facility along with the patients are lucky to have her! She’s the best.

04/03/2023

Genuine concern for my issues

04/28/2023

Ms. Anita Wakowski was helpful, informative, listened well, and provided detailed information when asked. She did not make me feel rushed and I really appreciate the time she took to walk me through treatment options and a new diagnosis.

04/24/2023

Anita Makowski is awesome. She is always explains everything and so kind and friendly I look forward to my visit with her and her staff. Anita is the best. I can go on and on about her she is awesome. Any questions please reach out at []. Please let her know she is well appreciated by me.

04/21/2023

The provider has actually reviewed the responses I took the time to give in the online registration before she entered the room.

04/20/2023

The medical staff were very nice and professional, they took the time to get to know me and my health.

04/20/2023

My former doctor left primary care to go to another position, and I struggled to find someone. I really thought Anita was awesome. She answered all my questions, She was very knowledgeable and I think I will be very happy with her as my primary care. So glad I found her.

04/20/2023

Every aspect of my visit was outstanding, so much more than I expected so I simply cannot point to anything specific as that being outstanding. Just keep up the wonderful service!!

04/20/2023

PA Anita Makowski is an outstanding primary care consultant. I am impressed with her careful listening and attention to detail. She is caring and attentive to all concerns. Despite the many details of my medications and health issues, she is detailed and thorough in ensuring that I have the best of care.

04/17/2023

Anita is very caring. I always leave feeling like she truly listened to my concerns and made an effort to recommend the best care options.

04/17/2023

The visit was great Ms.Anita is great with her patients and easy to talk to. Yes

04/17/2023

Anita was truly outstanding in her listening, finding the issue, and appropriate prescribing, as well as her overall pleasant manner. She was competent and confident.

04/15/2023

She made me fill comfortable very easy to talk to very caring

04/14/2023

I needed a pre-op appointment for surgery and Anita did a great job making sure I was ready for surgery, even recommending that I see my neurologist for approval

04/14/2023

ability to respond to changing requirements

04/14/2023

Professionalism

04/10/2023

The time she took to show me and tell what was going on and the plan going forward made me feel a lot better about my situation

03/09/2023

The whole process was excellent I tell all my friends about the excellent care that I receive at your office!!

03/31/2023

Anita always explains things so well and is very thorough!

03/30/2023

Anita

03/03/2023

I am very pleased with the entire experience at Wake Med Fuquay Varina.

03/03/2023

Haven’t been seen in this office since 2015. Very pleased with all staff

03/27/2023

Anita has an excellent memory and her recall of my history reinforces a private practitioner environment. She always follows through an gives feedback on test_ radiology scans etc . An I ta is a credit , an asset to Wale Med!

03/27/2023

Her care was outstanding, and I thank her!

03/24/2023

My provider was very caring and took the time to ensure I understood everything and answered all of my questions.

03/23/2023

Simply put I wish I had found Anita before now

03/20/2023

Anita was very professional, listened, empathetic and friendly. Like the fact that there’s also an urgent care onsite. Was able to have blood work done on site after my visit rather than an off site lab.

03/20/2023

Anita Makowski PA is an excelent diagnostician. She always knows what's wrong with me and she has an answer for my problem.

03/20/2023

I always have a great experience at the Fuquay Varina office!!

03/02/2023

Anita is a jewel I always feel I am visiting a personal friend each time I go! Thanks for being here!

03/16/2023

Anita is always very patient. Listens and addresses any concerns we have. Promptly orders tests and makes sure we get the results promptly. She responds to any questions asked in My Chart within a couple of hours. She is very good about explaining why she is ordering tests and what she thinks may be causing symptoms. She does so in terms we can easily understand. She is a great asset to this practice!

03/13/2023

I love how Mrs. Makowski takes her time and always listens to me!! I have recommended her to family and friends. She is outstanding on her bedside and treatment got her patients.

03/12/2023

Ms Makowski was genuinely concerned about why I came to her for help. She answered all my questions. She was very nice and treated me like she had known me for years. Im so grateful I have a PCP that's compassionate, concerned, and caring. That means so much to me.

03/10/2023

Everything was good.

02/09/2023

My experience with WakeMed Primary care has been consistently excellent.

02/06/2023

All involved in my visit was great.

02/03/2023

Anita is an extremely personable, caring provider.

02/28/2023

Lloyd was very helpful with providing information about physicians for my mother-in-law. He took the time to look up physicians accepting new patients and wrote them down.

02/27/2023

I have infact recommended Anita to several friends and family! She and the staff are amazing. They meet all my needs 5 stars x 2 to the power of 10! That is a lot of stars btw

02/23/2023

Anita displays compassion towards her patients and maintains professionalism with every visit. She is very courteous and kind.

02/21/2023

Explaining and letting me ask questions.

02/20/2023

Super satisfied great environment

02/16/2023

Ms. Makowski is a wonderful balance of professionalism and a very caring attitude. I am grateful to have found her. It doesn't always happen and is often difficult to find her level of care

02/15/2023

Anita is amazing. I feel comfortable discussing all issues including embarrassing ones. She is kind and caring and really listens. I have referred 6 people to Anita and they are also happy with her care.

02/14/2023

I felt that Anita and team expedited a referral for me to see an Opthamoligist who had an opening tge next day. I really felt everyone went a step ahead to help me and get tge referral over quickly si that I could take advantage of an unexpected opening at Opthamoligist office.

02/12/2023

Very much liked the anttentativeness and explanations offered by Anita and the nurse, Tam

02/12/2023

Dr. Markowski is always very pleasant, professional, and knowedgable. Its always pleaserable to see her.

12/08/2022

Anita and her care for me as a patient, and the time she spent explaining everything.

12/06/2022

I called , i didn't know what was happening. The receptionist got me in and i received the best of care by Ms Anita. She was awesome.. The next day i felt awesome !!

12/23/2022

The Provider seemed genuinely interested and caring. I was very comfortable sharing my issues with her and trusted her recommendations.

12/21/2022

Very positive exoerience

12/02/2022

The professionalism and courtesy of all the staff. From the first window to the doctors visit to the last window everything was fine.

12/02/2022

I recently lost a parent. A very different month for my family. Anita was very comforting and explained to me how this was effecting my health. Something I would have never thought of. I'm very glad I have her!

12/02/2022

Everyone was great as usual. Check in was easy, on time, friendly. Everyone here makes me feel comfortable and at ease. I feel Anita listens to me and allows me to be part of my health care decisions.

12/19/2022

I have always found Anita to be courteous, friendly and competent.

12/16/2022

All the staff always very friendly

12/12/2022

She examined the area that was in pain and gave me her opinion as to why it was hurting and recommended different treatment plans to choose from.

12/11/2022

Anita is very caring and capable. I trust her judgment completely. She us an excellent addition to the Wake Med staff! I recommend her highly!!

12/11/2022

Anita is an outstanding practitioner who genuinely listens to patients and makes them feel cared for. She's an asset to the wakemed organization.

11/08/2022

The sense of caring and general helpful attitude .

11/08/2022

all personal are above and beyond

11/07/2022

Everything on my visit was great

11/04/2022

Anita is terrific to work with.

11/03/2022

Everything was great. Very efficient and friendly.

11/03/2022

I do not have insurance that wakemed accepts but, I still come to see Anita because her excellent care and friendly attitude. I always feel comfortable and relaxed with her.

11/28/2022

Having had a recent [ ], the care and concern ofDr. Makowski was fantastic . A Great Doctor

11/27/2022

Great job from reception through exam and checkout. Friendly people in all positions.

11/26/2022

The staff was very professional and very helpful!

11/22/2022

Anita is a wonderful person, always so concerned with my health problem and looking into any way to help. She is such a lovely person and I trust her completely.

11/02/2022

The visit was great. I really like that she listens and is involved in wanting me to have good health

11/18/2022

Anita is always attentive and takes her time with the patient.

11/17/2022

Anita has always been outstanding in care and understanding of any and all my needs! She goes above and beyond everything! She treats me like family!

11/16/2022

Listening and assessing the care that was necessary.

11/14/2022

I am very glad to have found Anita Makowski, she is friendly, knowledgeable and I never feel ignored or rushed

11/14/2022

All of them are always excellent

11/11/2022

As always, Anita and her medical assistant were professional, patient, and clear in all communication that was necessary during the medical visit!

11/10/2022

I don’t like physicals, but never mind coming to see Anita, who is one of the kindest and most attentive caregivers I’ve ever known. She always takes time with me and I feel very respected as a patient.

10/09/2023

Got appt quickly

10/09/2023

Friendliness

10/09/2023

Anita is the best primary care provider I have ever had and I have nothing but amazing things to say about her!

10/31/2023

All interface with medical personnel was friendly, courteous and professional.

10/31/2023

Everyone is pleasant, professional and friendly. Only waited 5 minutes for my lab draw which is a plus. Anita answers all my guestions. I talk too much but I never feel like I'm being rushed.

10/30/2023

Ms Anita has been a pleasure to have as my person that I would choose over and over again. I’m [] years old so many times in the past it’s hard to have your physicians listen but she does listen and also cares. I would go where she goes.

10/03/2023

Everyone was professional in there job. very nice

10/26/2023

Anita Makowski is simply amazing. She always take the time to listen to concerns with a caring and compassionate ear. She leaves you feeling heard and leaves no concern not addressed. I am so grateful to her!

10/26/2023

I felt that Anita really cared about me and my health. She was great at discussing all my problems.

10/22/2023

Anita is always kind and understanding.

10/20/2023

Anita, Maureen & the phlebotomist I had for my blood tests were all extremely professional, caring & very good at their jobs!

10/02/2023

Anita is absolutely one of the most caring and compassionate medical providers around. Always treats our mom and our family with the best care and is genuinely concerned about her care and course of treatment.

10/18/2023

Anita is very knowledgeable, professional, and caring. Excellent PA.

10/15/2023

Everything was outstanding.

10/13/2023

Everything was excellent

10/10/2023

The nurse and doctor were great! I didn’t feel rushed and the doc made me feel as though she cared about my wellbeing. I am now scheduling my knee surgery only because of how understanding the doc was about my issues and reluctance.

10/10/2023

Great Service

01/09/2023

Between Dr. Makowski’s encouraging words and nurse Maureen’s great personality my visit was very pleasant.

01/09/2023

All participants were excellent in addressing my concerns and the solutions to them.

01/09/2023

Courtesy, caring, efficient, timely

01/08/2023

Everything was nice.

01/07/2023

Dr. Makowski is amazing and really seems to care, which you definitely do not find in all doctors.

01/30/2023

Anita is always kind and informative.

01/03/2023

I enjoy Anita Makowski, she personable and a excellent listener. I hope she says and I know she generally cares.

01/29/2023

Anita walked in and the first thing she talked about was my 4 month old surgery. That impressed me as she obviously checked my file before entering the room.

01/23/2023

I am very happy with Anita! She always takes the time to talk about my needs and I feel very comfortable around her. This is a big deal to me as doctors make me nervous! Also, she is on time!!

01/20/2023

Everything

01/18/2023

I felt that Anita was very concerned about my problem and wanted to figure out what was going on ASAP. After blood test were done, she knew the path I needed to take. She is a very compassionate lady and cares about her patients.

01/16/2023

Anita Makowski is awesome every time I go see her. She is the best

01/16/2023

I Feel Very Comfortable With Anita. She Listens To Elderly Peoples Concerns

01/15/2023

All my questions were answered and I was treated with respect and kindness

01/15/2023

Dr. Makowski was very thorough and stayed on top of getting test and referrals needed.

01/12/2023

Dr. Makowski is great! She really listens to all of my concerns. I would highly recommend her to everyone I know. She’s very polite and helps me understand things. I never feel rushed by her.
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