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Dr. Amina Malik, MD

Accepting New Patients

(3 Ratings)

Specializes in: Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine) and Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (2008)

Professional interests include: orbital tumors, eyelid problems, ptosis, and more.

6560 FANNIN STREET SUITE 450
Houston, TX 77030

(713) 441-8843

Dr. Amina Malik, MD is an internist in Houston, TX specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine) and ophthalmic plastic surgery. She graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 2008 and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Amina Malik, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist and TMH PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC.

Office Locations

Address:

6560 FANNIN STREET SUITE 450
Houston, TX 77030

Some issues Dr. Amina Malik, MD can help you with:

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

doctor visit	53
eye procedures	2

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	43

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	54
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	20
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	250
excision	16
eye procedures	129
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	29
plastic surgery procedures	77
vascular procedures	18

**Gender**
Male	190
Female	288

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	360
Black	54
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	226
From 75 to 84	170
85 and over	48
Less than 65	34

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	35
Dementia	10
Cancer	13

doctor visit	275
excision	11
eye procedures	133
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	17
plastic surgery procedures	78
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12

**Gender**
Male	114
Female	144

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	204
Black	27
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	112
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	36
Less than 65	22

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	34
Dementia	10
Cancer	13

diagnostic procedures	16
doctor visit	413
excision	41
eye procedures	199
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	38
plastic surgery procedures	93
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	25
vascular procedures	16

**Gender**
Male	121
Female	199

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	244
Black	35
Hispanic	28
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	143
From 75 to 84	107
85 and over	43
Less than 65	27

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	33
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	256
excision	32
eye procedures	465
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	30
plastic surgery procedures	102
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	21
vascular procedures	11

**Gender**
Male	134
Female	225

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	279
Black	30
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	161
From 75 to 84	132
85 and over	42
Less than 65	24

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	31
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

doctor visit	83
excision	17
eye procedures	475
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	34
plastic surgery procedures	86
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	18

**Gender**
Male	107
Female	188

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	225
Black	27
Hispanic	29
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	148
From 75 to 84	107
85 and over	28
Less than 65	12

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	31
Dementia	12
Cancer	8

cyst removal	19
diagnostic procedures	20
doctor visit	114
excision	54
eye procedures	458
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	39
plastic surgery procedures	42
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	34
vascular procedures	20

**Gender**
Male	101
Female	214

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	245
Black	33
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	154
From 75 to 84	101
85 and over	43
Less than 65	17

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	30
Dementia	8
Cancer	14

cyst removal	42
doctor visit	296
excision	73
eye procedures	1118
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	64
plastic surgery procedures	123
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	74

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2014 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Amina Malik, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Amina Malik, MD treated as an internist in Houston, TX were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures and excision.

cyst removal	30
diagnostic procedures	16
doctor visit	220
excision	36
eye procedures	377
hospital care	16
inpatient care	16
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	37
plastic surgery procedures	86
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	31
vascular procedures	16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2014 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Amina Malik, MD.

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	130

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	20
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	161
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	12
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	24
75 to 84	72
Less than 65	13
65 to 74	97

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Amina Malik, MD From 2014 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Amina Malik, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	6
Cancer	7

Education & Training

Dr. Amina Malik, MD graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 2008. She completed residency at University Hospital, Cincinnati. She has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (2008)

Residency: University Hospital, Cincinnati (2012)

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Amina Malik, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Houston Methodist

TMH PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Amina Malik, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Amina Malik, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Houston, TX.

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Reviews From Around The Web

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-06-26

Patient verified via Press Ganey

I had missed an appointment with Dr. Malik to see my injured eye, so her staff attended me and gave me support while I waited for an opening in the doctor's schedule. She was appraised very efficiently of my situation, which she understood perfectly. She then proceeded to explain to me my condition, what her plan would be. She looked for a a way to fit me quickly into her calendar and scheduled the procedure accordingly.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-10-12

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Malik and all members of her team were friendly and professional. They took much care in explaining the testing and treatment options. This was my third consultation for treatment of my eye condition and this team was by far the most thorough and professional.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-08-10

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Malik and her assistant were very knowledgeable and fixed the problem during our visit.

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Amina Malik, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Horizon Therapeutics plc	$86,481 TEPEZZA $86,401	$80
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.	$440 CEQUA $377	XELPROS $40	Bromsite $23
Galderma Laboratories, L.P.	$288 $288
Shire North American Group Inc	$207 XIIDRA $207
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$160 XIIDRA $160
Other	$1,341 AVANCE NERVE GRAFT $149	LIBTAYO $124	SYFOVRE $122	Optics $115	TYRVAYA $88	Other $743

**Types of Payments**
Honoraria	$72,635
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$9,010
Food and Beverage	$4,562
Travel and Lodging	$2,666
Gift	$44

Biography

Dr. Amina Malik is a specialist in ophthalmic plastic surgery. Patients rated her highly, giving her an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). In her practice, she is particularly interested in thyroid problems, orbital tumors, and brow ptosis (droopy eyebrow). Dr. Malik is affiliated with Houston Methodist. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact Dr. Malik's office in Houston, TX. She attended the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine for medical school and subsequently trained at the University Hospital, Cincinnati for residency. Dr. Malik (or staff) speaks Urdu.