ANCHORAGE, AK, October 15, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Harbir S. Makin, MD, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Marked by nearly four decades of dedicated service to his patients and community, Dr. Makin has established himself as a prominent figure in internal medicine. Since 1986, he has served as a physician in private practice, where he sees patients regularly, responds to emergency room calls for unassigned individuals, admits his own patients to hospitals and manages recalls from intensive care units. Having devoted his professional life to supporting and treating those in need rather than focusing on academic publications, he considers his unwavering commitment to exemplary patient care to be his most notable achievement.

Throughout his career, Dr. Makin has been honored with accolades that underscore his impact and proficiency throughout Anchorage, Alaska, and the medical field at large. He has been featured in Alaska Business Weekly and received multiple inclusions in the national publication America's Best Doctors. Additionally, he was named Physician of the Year and is a former member of the Alaska State Medical Association, further highlighting his contributions to health care.

Dr. Makin's well-traveled academic journey began with pre-medical studies at Government Medical College, now known as Indira Gandhi Medical College, in his native India. During his tenure there, he earned gold medals in anatomy, physiology and pharmacology, reflecting his early dedication to excellence. Upon relocating to the United States, he completed his residency at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, which provided him with advanced clinical training and prepared him for the complexities of internal medicine practice in Alaska.

The foundation of Dr. Makin's career was shaped by cultural expectations and the guidance of his father during his upbringing in Shimla, India. As one of many siblings — most of whom pursued military careers — he was encouraged to take a different path and enter medicine. This decision led him to medical school in India and ultimately influenced his move to the United States after he married his wife, whom he met in Delhi and who hailed from Anchorage.

In addition to his private practice contributions, civic engagement is equally central to Dr. Makin's professional identity. His charitable work involves providing medical care for unassigned patients who lack access to regular treatment, ensuring that vulnerable members of the local community receive necessary attention. While his wife leads other community service initiatives, he remains focused on expanding his volunteer efforts globally, aspiring to give back to Indira Gandhi Medical College in India and contribute to underserved regions in Africa.

Happily married and a proud father of one son and one daughter, Dr. Makin cherishes time spent with his family and traveling together. Looking toward the future, he intends to continue practicing medicine for as long as possible due to the ongoing shortage of physicians in his area. Driven by a deep sense of responsibility toward his patients' well-being, he remains committed to delivering high-quality care until a suitable successor can be found.

Reflecting on his storied health care journey thus far, Dr. Makin attributes his success to the trust and support of his patients, acknowledging that their reliance on him has been pivotal throughout his career. His life and legacy are defined by compassion, expertise and an enduring dedication to those he serves both locally and beyond.

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