Dr Taffy Makaya

About Dr Taffy Makaya

Dr Taffy Makaya is a highly regarded consultant paediatric endocrinologist based in Oxford, practising at Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital. She also serves as the Clinical Lead for Paediatric and Transition Endocrinology at the John Radcliffe Hospital, where she provides expert care in a wide range of hormonal and metabolic disorders. Her key areas of expertise include growth, puberty and menstrual disorders, adrenal and thyroid conditions, type 2 diabetes, and childhood obesity. Alongside her clinical work, Dr Makaya is deeply committed to medical education and academic advancement. She is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Oxford and regularly teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate medical students. Her academic contributions include multiple publications in peer-reviewed endocrine journals and presentations at national and international conferences. In addition, she is a recognised medico-legal expert with a strong interest in clinical standards and patient safety. Dr Makaya is also a respected leader in healthcare innovation and service improvement. She serves as a Freedom to Speak Up Guardian in her Trust. Her efforts in promoting a culture of openness and collaboration within the NHS have earned her national recognition, including commendations from the HSJ Awards and Local Clinical Excellence Awards. Beyond her clinical and leadership roles, Dr Makaya is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and currently serves as Vice Chair of Oxfordshire Mind.