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Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek, MD

Physiatrist

Sylmar, CA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Abdel-Malek, Physiatrist in Sylmar, CA?

    Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Sylmar, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Abdel-Malek graduated from University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Program. Dr. Abdel-Malek is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdel-Malek’s office at (818) 367-1012.

    Where did Dr. Abdel-Malek go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Program

    • Medical School: University Of Cairo, University Of Cairo, Faculty Of Medicine | University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abdel-Malek speak?

    Dr. Abdel-Malek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Abdel-Malek typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Abdel-Malek diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Abdel-Malek. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Left Arm Pain
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left arm
    • Left arm discomfort
    • Sore left arm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79602: Pain in left arm

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Abdel-Malek typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek may include:

    Please contact Dr. Abdel-Malek's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Abdel-Malek accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Abdel-Malek's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Abdel-Malek's office located?

    Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek's Primary Practice

    14124 Foothill Blvd Ste 100

    Sylmar, CA 91342

    (818) 367-1012

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    Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek's Practice 2

    5601 De Soto Ave

    Woodland Hills, CA 91367

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    What is Dr. Abdel-Malek's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abdel-Malek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457410060.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdel-Malek?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abdel-Malek

    What is Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek's specialty?

    Dr. Abdel-Malek is a Physiatrist near Sylmar, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Abdel-Malek is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek accepting new patients in Sylmar, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abdel-Malek's office at (818) 367-1012 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexan Abdel-Malek?

    Please contact Dr. Abdel-Malek's office at (818) 367-1012 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abdel-Malek's office located?

    Dr. Abdel-Malek's offices are located in Sylmar, CA and Woodland Hills, CA.