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Christina L. Malekiani, MD, FACP

Specialties:

Primary Care and Internal Medicine
4.9 / 5 (Based on 382 Ratings) Read Reviews | About Ratings
  • Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group

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Christina L. Malekiani, MD, FACP, a Maryland native, is board-certified in internal medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. After earning her physiology/neurobiology degree, with honors, from the University of Maryland, Dr. Malekiani spent one year working in the National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health. She then attended Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois where she graduated within the top third of her class.

After medical school, Dr. Malekiani returned to Maryland to complete her internal medicine residency as a Naval Officer at the National Naval Medical Center. Following residency, she was selected as Chief of Residents overseeing the training of over 40 internal medicine residents. She continued her military service as a physician to Congress for two years. After Congress, she returned to the National Naval Medical Center as an attending physician where she served a diverse population of active duty personnel, dependents, and retirees. Upon completing her service to the military, Dr. Malekiani joined VHC Health Physicians - Primary Care Shirlington. She also serves as an Assistant Professor at Georgetown University working with rotating medical students in the clinic. 

Dr. Malekiani’s comprehensive approach to medicine emphasizes patient education, preventive medicine and compassionate care.

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Gender:

Female

Languages:

English

Education

2005
Loyola University of Chicago,, Maywood, IL

Residency

2008
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD
2009
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD

Internships

2006
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD

Honors, Awards, etc.

  • Practices at an NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home
  • Named a 2024 Northern Virginia Top Doctor - Internal Medicine
  • Named a 2024 Top Doc in Arlington Magazine - Internal Medicine
  • Named a Washingtonian Top Doctor 
    2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016
  • Named a Top Doctor in Northern Virginia Magazine
    2022, 2021, 2017
  • Named a 2023 Top Doctor in Arlington Magazine
  • Named a 2017 Best General Practitioners in Arlington Magazine

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Reviews

5.0
November 08, 2024
I've recommended Dr. Malekiani to several friends and they've all been very happy with her.
5.0
November 08, 2024
I don't like being sick, but I love the care provided.
5.0
November 03, 2024
I continue to receive the highest quality care from Dr. Malekiani. I am so grateful that she is my primary care doctor.
5.0
November 01, 2024
Dr. Malekiani is the BEST doctor I've ever had! She is so caring and thorough. And very intelligent!
5.0
October 27, 2024
I always get the best care from Dr. Malikiani. She is so awesome. She listens. She actually hears what you're saying and treats you with the best medical care that I think there is.
5.0
October 27, 2024
Dr. Malekiani is always so thorough. She takes diet into consideration, before my bloodwork is taken, so she can contextualize any results that might concern her. She listens.
5.0
October 24, 2024
Dr. Malekiani is the best; I adore her!!
5.0
October 20, 2024
Helpful, thorough, and wonderful!
5.0
October 17, 2024
Dr. Malekiani is the best doctor I've ever had. I have recommended at least two of her patients I tell everyone who is looking for a new dr. that she's the best.
5.0
October 12, 2024
Dr. Malekiani is superlative.
5.0
October 12, 2024
Excellent in all aspects.
5.0
October 12, 2024
Dr. Malekiani truly cares about her patients. She is thorough and a good listener. She provides thoughtful recommendations and always keeps me on track with what I need to be doing to stay healthy. She is an excellent doctor.
5.0
October 09, 2024
Dr. Malekiani is honestly the best PCP I've ever had. She listens, is super thorough and always follows up. When she is with you, you gives you her undivided attention and she is so thoughtful and compassionate.
5.0
October 03, 2024
Dr. Maleakiani, always provides the best care and talking to her regarding my concerns she always listens and ask the questions that lead to results
5.0
September 26, 2024
Very good doctor. Like her very much.