Dr. Kakkis

Joyce A. Kakkis, M.D.

Dr. Kakkis is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist specializing in the treatment of hormone disturbances. She has helped develop multiple women's health centers throughout Southern California, and was the President and Chief Executive Officer of WomanKind: A Medical Group, Inc., from 1981 until 1999. In June of 1999, Dr. Kakkis opened a comprehensive midlife center that provides gynecological care, mammography, ultrasound, bone density and support service. She completed her medical degree, internship and residency in the field of obstetrics and gynecology. She is an Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UC Irvine College of Medicine and spends time teaching medical students and residents about the unique problems of women. Dr. Kakkis is a champion of women's health, and founded WomanKind to provide comprehensive health services to women in a nurturing environment and consults regularly on the issues of women's health care delivery.

A nationally acclaimed educator, author, leader and expert in women's health, Dr. Kakkis is a sought-after keynote speaker, television and talk radio guest. Her television appearances include interviews on CBS, NBC and ABC news, CNN, OCN, and several guest slots on CVI Cable TV in Long Beach, CA. She has contributed to pieces for Vogue, Redbook, Harper's, Aspire Women's Health Magazine and The Medical Tribune, among others. She has also authored articles in Orange County Business Journal, Southern California Breast Cancer Connection, Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center Quarterly, and the Long Beach Press Telegram.

Included among Dr. Kakkis' speaking engagements are over 30 appearances at bookstores, conferences, forums, universities and medical centers, where she has spoken on a range of topics, including women's health, hormones, menopause, self esteem, and business topics. She specializes in motivational speaking and leadership seminars for women of all ages. Dr. Kakkis has also served as a speaker and advisor to the Corporate Leadership Conference in Women's, Maternal and Child Health. She is the recipient of the "Women-Owned Business Enterprise Award," sponsored by the City of Long Beach, the "In Service to Women Award," presented by Soroptimist International, and the Orange County Business Journal's "Business Woman of the Year."

Dr. Kakkis' professional affiliations include: Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (FACOG), California Medical Association (CMA), American Medical Women's Association (AMWA), North American Menopause Society (NAMS), Women Incorporated. One of her long-time favorite commitments is her membership on the board of directors at Interval House, a domestic violence shelter. She has served as the chairwoman of "Les Bal des Papillons," the Annual Fundraiser Ball for this charity for several years.