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Dr. Rifaat El-Mallakh, MD

Dr. Rifaat El-Mallakh, MD

Psychiatry*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Rifaat El-Mallakh, MD is a psychiatrist in Louisville, KY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. El-Mallakh has extensive experience in Psychotic Disorders and Addiction & Substance Abuse. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bluegrass Community Hospital and Norton Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (6 reviews)

UofL Physicians – Psychiatry & Depression Center

401 E Chestnut St Unit 610 Louisville, KY 40202
Telehealth available

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(502) 588-4450

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. El-Mallakh specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. El-Mallakh's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. El-Mallakh

3.5

6 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
50%
50%
4 Star
17%
17%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
33%
33%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sep 05, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Too personal in KY – Mar 08, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Nathan N in Louisville KY – Apr 15, 2016
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care philosophy

At University of Louisville Physicians, we serve our patients and their families with compassionate, personalized attention and are dedicated to providing the most innovative, advanced health care in the region.

  • Psychiatry

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  • Nimh

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • University Ct

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
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Locations

UofL Physicians – Psychiatry & Depression Center

UofL Physicians – Psychiatry & Depression Center401 E Chestnut St Unit 610 Louisville, KY 40202
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bluegrass Community Hospital

    360 Amsden Ave
    Versailles, KY 40383

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Norton Hospital

    200 E Chestnut St
    Louisville, KY 40202

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • University of Louisville Hospital

    530 S Jackson St
    Louisville, KY 40202

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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