Dr. Abdal-Rahman El-Mallah, M.D

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Get to know Family Medicine Resident Dr. Abdal-Rahman Ibrahim El-Mallah, who practices in Michigan.

Born and raised in Dearborn, Michigan to first generation Lebanese American parents, Dr. El-Mallah earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Michigan-Dearborn in 2014. He then completed his clinical rotation training with Ascension Providence while attending the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine for his Doctor of Medicine Degree. 

Currently a family medicine resident at Ascension Providence / Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Dr. El-Mallah is dedicated to creating an excellent educational experience in a nurturing environment while providing comprehensive care. His professional interests encompass behavioral health, community medicine, preventive medicine, and addressing healthcare disparities. 

After completing his residency, Dr. El-Mallah plans to continue working in outpatient medicine in Southeast Michigan.

Family medicine is a medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages. The specialist is called a family physician or family doctor. A family physician is often the first person a patient sees when seeking healthcare services. They examine and treat patients with a wide range of conditions and refer those with serious ailments to a specialist or appropriate facility. 

Dr. El-Mallah enjoys spending free time with his family. He loves learning about human history and geography. Some of his favorite hobbies are boxing, swimming, horseback riding, and playing board games.

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