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Dr. James Malinak, MD

Rheumatology* Age 67
Dr. James Malinak, MD
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Dr. James Malinak, MD is a Rheumatologist in La Mesa, CA.
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Dr. James Malinak, MD

Rheumatology* Age 67
La Mesa, CA
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience
Dr. James Malinak, MD is a Rheumatologist in La Mesa, CA.

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Dr. Malinak graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. James Malinak, MD is a Rheumatologist in La Mesa, CA and has 42 years experience. Dr. Malinak currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Dr. Malinak has experience treating conditions like Osteopenia and Arthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Malinak received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Dr. Malinak's office accepts new patients. Dr. Malinak is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteopenia
Arthritis
Malaise and Fatigue
Osteopenia
Arthritis
Malaise and Fatigue
Osteopenia
Arthritis
Malaise and Fatigue
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Fibromyalgia
Gout
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Infective Arthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Muscle Cramping
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoporosis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Systemic Vasculitis
Trigger Finger
Vasculitis
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Steroid Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Behçet's Disease
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Cryoglobulinemia
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
De Quervain's Disease
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Goodpasture's Disease
Hammer Toe
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Limb Swelling
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Spondylitis
Still's Disease
Temporal Arteritis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Osteoporosis Screening
Peripheral Nerve Block
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal

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Locations

  1. 1 Denise A Honer M.D. Inc.
    5111 Garfield St Ste A, La Mesa, CA 91941
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 460-4050

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Based on 14 Reviews
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4 Stars (2)
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1 Star (3)

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Feb 05, 2023
Dr. Malinak is an excellent doctor and very nice person. As a nurse, I would only go to a great doctor and my husband and I have been going to him for over 20 years. We are very happy with him and the staff supporting him.
Vicki Mccalmont — Feb 05, 2023
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
    1982
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Malinak, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Malinak's profile.

Dr. Malinak frequently treats the following conditions: Osteopenia and Arthritis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Malinak, MD is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital and Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

Yes, Dr. James Malinak, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl, Coronado, CA

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA