Aretha Obenson Makia, MD, is a well-versed obstetrician-gynecologist who diagnoses and treats patients at Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group in Kensington, MD. “I like being a physician because I have the opportunity to interact with my patients in a way that helps me understand the human being at different levels and to appreciate them at those different levels. It is important that my patients know that I do care for them and want them to attain a quality of life that will help them achieve their livelihood and social obligations”, says Dr. Makia. As an obstetrician and gynecologist, she specializes in pregnancy and female reproductive health. Dr. Makia’s professional journey spans fourteen years. For more information about Dr. Aretha Obenson Makia, please visit https://mydoctor.kaiserpermanente.org/mas/providers/arethamakia.