I focus on using encouragement and fun to gain cooperation. By creating a positive environment, I aim to make my young patients feel comfortable and excited to participate in their eye exam.

About Ghadeer A. Makoshi, OD

Ghadeer Makoshi, OD, FAAO, is a pediatric optometrist at Phoenix Children's. Dr. Makoshi provides routine and diagnostic exams for children and adolescents, including those with special needs. She is skilled in diagnosing and treating amblyopia and strabismus, as well as fitting aphakic contact lenses.

Dr. Makoshi earned her bachelor's degree from King Saud College of Applied Medical Sciences in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. She earned a master's degree in clinical optometry and a doctor of optometry degree from Pacific University College of Optometry in Forest Grove, Oregon. Dr. Makoshi completed her residency training in pediatric optometry at Children's Mercy Hospital and Clinics in Kansas City, Missouri.

Dr. Makoshi is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and was an invited presenter at the American Optometric Association annual meeting. She is a member of the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group. Dr. Makoshi works as an adjunct professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, among other colleges, and serves on the board of the non-profit organization Little Eyes International.

In her free time, Dr. Makoshi enjoys hiking and riding bikes with her husband and children.

Medical School / Education

Pacific University College of Optometry, Forest Grove, OR

Residency

(Pediatric Optometry) Children's Mercy Hospital and Clinics, Kansas City, MO

Academic Affiliations

Adjunct Professor, University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix

Professional Affiliations

Board Member, Little Eyes International

Fellow, American Academy of Optometry

Member, Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group

Locations

Phoenix Children's Hospital - Thomas Campus

1920 E. Cambridge Ave.
Rosenberg Plaza
Phoenix, AZ 85006

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Dr Makoshi is truly the best! Loved her! She is friendly, professional and caring.

We LOVE Dr. Makoshi! She is exceptional in working with children, especially the timid ones. I truly feel she is the best doctor we have ever had- in all practices!

Helpful and courteous staff

This provider always goes above and beyond she even comes out to the waiting room to get patients if her medical assistant provider is busy. I can't say enough about her services she goes above and beyond!

Excellent professional care for my autistic child was given and I highly recommend it.

All the Staff are very helpful and Doctor was Extremely patient and excellent. Thank you

I had a great experience with the whole staff that assisted me and my child at the appointment.

Dr. Makoshi is truly a wonderful provider. She takes time to answer questions and goes above and beyond.

Thank you. We love our doctor.

We were very happy with how well the Doctor was able to get a good eye exam done for ur Daughter. She was very nice and our daughter showed that she was comfortable and that she trusted her.

Dr. Makoshi is a very skilled physician with great attention to detail, a caring demeanor and wonderful communication skills. She has gone out of her way to be prepared for my son's visits so that she can provide the best care possible over the course of many years.

Excellent care. Medical assistant, fellow, and doctor were all great! Was easy to schedule a timely appointment online.

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I loved that a TV was on for us in the exam room playing Moana and I loved that they took us back just a little bit before her eyes were fully dilated. They also treated my daughter, boyfriend and I will kindness and respect the whole visit!

Dr Makoshi was very thorough and pleasant even when my toddler wasn't the easiest patient to work with ? Office staff was very helpful! Would definitely Recommend their office!

So efficient! I really appreciate how on top of everything everyone was! Very professional. Very kind.

With my son being on spectrum I was very nervous but I saw how the staff treated him with being patient with him and explaining what was going to happen really put me at ease. I would definitely recommend others to come here.

Dr. Moshi is very good. She always make sure I know what she is doing to my children and explained everything to me that needs to be done with their vision and make sure that if I have any questions she is able to answer them or she helps me find the answers, highly recommended her team that she works with. They were all nice and courteous to us.

This is our second time seeing Dr. Makoshi and we will continue to see her. She is very knowledgeable and professional. The care she provides is unmatched!

This is the only place I am taking my kids for eye exam. From front staff to the nurses and Doctor are truly amazing in Gilbert and Scottsdale locations. Thank you for putting my kids and me at ease.

I was extremely nervous as my son is non-verbal, however the staff was extremely understanding and patient with his special needs.

My doctor was amazing Thank you

Great bedside manner and very thorough with her assessment. Thank you for getting us in quickly so my son won't struggle to see in school.

Professional, passionate, and gave me a lot of information about my daughter's condition.

The practice is fantastic, from the front desk staff, to the assistants and doctors. I am very happy with the service we receive, everyone is respectful, kind, and patient. Dr. Makoshi is great, very attentive, patient, and the kids respond great with her.

Dr. Ghadeer has been excellent to work with. We saw her starting in February for some concerns with my daughter vision. She was the second opthalmologist we saw, as the first one was completely dismissive and only wanted to monitor the situation for the next 6 months. Dr. Ghadeer took my concerns seriously and developed a plan of action with 3 months follow ups. She explains things clearly and never makes me feel rushed. She makes you feel as a parent that she understands and is there to help! Highly recommend!

Doctor G was very attentive and answered all our questions with ease and nurses also kept us updated on what to expect.

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The provider was really patient with my children who have autism. She talked them through the visit with both us parents what she needed us to help with.

Awesome visit , everything was great.

Dr. Makoshi is the best. She really knows how to deal with young children and ease their fears.

Thank you for your time, kindness and empathy you showed to my daughter and myself today. In a time where we are all so busy I appreciate you slowing down and giving your undivided attention to my daughter. Thank you

Love the providers here