Search

 See All Rheumatologists in La Mesa, CA

Dr. James Malinak, MD

Rheumatology* Age 67
Dr. James Malinak, MD
4.0 (14 Ratings)
 Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!
Map Pin Small La Mesa, CA
Dr. James Malinak, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in La Mesa, CA.
Dr. James Malinak, MD
4.0 (14 Ratings)
 Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!

Dr. James Malinak, MD

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

About

Dr. James Malinak, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in La Mesa, CA and has 42 years experience. They graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Dr. Malinak has experience treating conditions like Osteopenia, Arthritis and Osteoarthritis of Hand 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. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Malinak is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

Experience Check

Enter a condition or procedure
Osteopenia
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteopenia
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteopenia
Arthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Malaise and Fatigue
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Difficulty With Walking
Fibromyalgia
Gout
  • View other providers who treat Gout
Infective Arthritis
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
  • View other providers who treat Lupus
Muscle Cramping
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoporosis
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
Bursitis
  • View other providers who treat Bursitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Cryoglobulinemia
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Hammer Toe
Intervertebral Disc Disease
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)
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Spondylitis
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

Insurance Accepted

* Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.
  • Advantage Health Solutions HMO
  • AWH Southern California Elect Choice
    AWH Southern California HMO
    AWH Southern California Managed Choice POS
    Choice Plus POS II
    Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
  • California Care Large Group HMO
    California Care Small Group HMO
    Pathway EPO
    Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Large Group CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Small Group CA PPO
    Select CA HMO
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
  • Statewide - AZ EPO
  • Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
  • Access Plus HMO
    Bronze Full 4500 PPO
    Platinum Access+ 25 HMO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • CA Employer Group Plans HMO
    CA Healthnet PPO
    CA SmartCare HMO
    CA WholeCare Network HMO
    ExcelCare Small / Large Group HMO
    SmartCare Network Large Group HMO
    SmartCare Network Small Group HMO
  • Choice
  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar LocalPlus EPO
    Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
  • Performance PPO
    Premier HMO
    Value HMO
  • SignatureValue - CA HMO

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

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Malinak
4.0
Based on 14 Reviews
5 Stars (9)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

Leave a review

How likely are you to recommend Dr. Malinak?

(Select your rating)
Patient Reviews
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
See more reviews on Healthgrades
Photo: Dr. James Malinak, MD
How would you rate your experience with Dr. James Malinak, MD?
  • Likelihood of recommending Dr. Malinak to family and friends

Dr. Malinak's Office & Staff

  • Ease of scheduling urgent appointments
  • Office environment, cleanliness, comfort, etc.
  • Staff friendliness and courteousness
  • Total wait time (waiting & exam rooms)

Experience with Dr. Malinak

  • Level of trust in provider's decisions
  • How well provider explains medical condition(s)
  • How well provider listens and answers questions
  • Hpends appropriate amount of time with patients

Tell Us About Yourself

  • Your gender:
  • Your age group:
  • Number of office visits you've had in the last 2 years:

Finish Here

  • How would you like to confirm your survey information?
    Standard text messaging and data rates may apply.
Thank you for sharing your feedback about Dr. James Malinak, MD.
Claim Your Profile
Are you Dr. James Malinak, MD?
Respond to reviews, add information, and reach more patients. Claiming is free and only takes a minute.

Claim my profile

About Me

Specialties*
Rheumatology
Specialties*
  • *Sharecare does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.
Education

Education

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

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Common Questions and Answers
Responses are sourced directly from patients.
Does Dr. Malinak communicate via email?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Malinak offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Malinak offer an online patient portal?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Malinak have free onsite parking?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Malinak offer weekend visits?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Malinak offer evening visits?
No users said yes.
Yes
(0)
No
(1)
Does Dr. Malinak specialize in working with children or adolescents?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Malinak specialize in working with seniors?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Malinak specialize in couples therapy?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Malinak specialize in working with LGBTQ+ community?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Malinak accept insurance?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)

Frequently Asked Questions

Find contact information here to make an appointment.

A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

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, Arthritis and Osteoarthritis of Hand. See more on Sharecare.

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

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA

  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl, Coronado, CA

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA