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After nursing two babies, I had a really hard time...
After nursing two babies, I had a really hard time with how deflated my breast were. I always had a pretty nice cup size for my height and weight. When my milk came in, I was HUGE! I nursed my second for the longest, and once that was done everything changed and looked so different. I started going to friends and decided to go with breast implants. I then needed to find a Doctor who fit me best. I live in Alaska, and wasn't sure about the surgeons here so I searched for one in Arizona. My parents live there, and I figured I'd need downtime after surgery without my youngest (who is 2 now, my daughter passed away in 2007 from cancer) and could leave him home with Daddy. I had many friends including one who lives in Alaska as well, recommend Dr. Malek. I loved the look of his before and afters. I have infertility issues, and really want more kids, but it's not happening. I also am in an area in Alaska where that may not happen for a few years, so I took a leap, and just went for it. After calling Dr. Malek's office, I knew I made a great choice and everything quickly fell into place. Being I was far away, we weren't sure if I needed a lift from my pics, but I was open to talk about the plan the day I arrived, which would be the day before my surgery. That is a scary situation!! I don't know why I was more worried, but I think it was that I knew this Doctor was amazing, and I would be ok either way. I just planned on paying the extra amount for the lift, if needed.
I arrived for my consultation, and I did in-fact need a lift. I was a little sad and worried, but the Doctor does know I would like more kids and really went into detail all issue that can happen, but was going to be extremely careful knowing that. He also did NOT let me chose my size. (maybe in the end he would have but I am SO glad he didn't) HE knows the woman's body. He is a perfectionist. I was oblivious to what I wanted, and started throwing numbers out there. He told me there was no way that would look natural, and made suggestions. When I saw what he suggested I was very happy and very comfortable. So, I was ready.
Surgery was great. I had no issues. I was not scared. The office was amazing, and took great care of me. I left with my parents, pain-free and the Doctor called that evening. Being I was there for only 7 days, He made sure I was well taken care of, and I went day two for my bandages to be removed. That is a scary day. I have seen some 2 days post op pics and trust me, I expected the worst! But, they literally looked perfect. Yes, I had tape and a little redness and some bruises but, they did not look like I just had them done. They looked natural already. I was a little sick so I didn't say much to the Doc that appointment, but he told me to call if I had any issues. The only one that was mentioned was I could not stomach the pain pills. So we went off that and I took Tylenol. MUCH better for me. I wasn't in a lot of pain. I was sore and there was pressure, but once the bandages came off, it was much better. Day 7 I went in for my stitch removal, and was headed home. The Doctor made it clear that I was to call anytime, and day for questions or concerns.
Coming home was hard. I couldn't lift my son. I was sore. I was in a major regret faze (which is still happening) and I wanted to change my mind. But, little too late on that. Thank goodness I had his office ladies to help. I think I used them for more mental help, that surgery related help. There was many nights I hate what I did. Then I as unlucky. I had an allergic reaction to my tape. I was told I could use my scar cream and did, then I had a reaction to that. That cleared up, and things started to get better, then I had stupid stitch abscesses start happening. Literally, anything that could happen due to my body, happened. So, I have felt picked on and depressed! I tell you what, I read a review that this Doctor doesn't care and won't give you the time of day, that is bull. I have text and called him numerous times, and he is always there to answer. He is calm, and reassuring. You are important to him, as a patient. That is one that I am very grateful for. You can't go wrong.
So I am about 3 months post op. I am trying to get through the stitch stuff. I don't love the way they feel eternally. I am so used to doing push-ups and pull-ups and I can barely do anything remotely close without feeling really weird sensations with implants. I can tell you this, they are beautiful!! Like, I am floored. They look so natural. The scars on the breast (only one is having issues with the stiches coming out) has the faintest scar and I would assume someone would have not clue I had them done, if they saw them. Are they for me? that is the hard part. I don't make the money. My poor husband works his butt off to support our little family, and he really knew I was struggling with my body issues. All the "you look amazing sweetheart" couldn't make me feel otherwise. So to regret this surgery makes me feel like I am smacking my husband in the face. Or, more so flushing hard earned money down the drain. Of course, he says he will support me if I want them out. He loves them. Duh. But yes, he would stand by me. After talking to my Doctor I am trying to have patience with the issues and not let that have me regretting them. I still think it's more. I think yes, I have issues BUT I don't think I am an implant girl after all. I kind of wish I had gotten a lift alone. Would have saved so much money, and I think in the end I'd be happier. I really want to get into Yoga and be back to working out, and I feel restricted with these things in my chest. Maybe that will go away? I don't know. I just know I can't afford to just take them out and I don't know how much that will cost in the end, but I was assured by his office that IF I went that route they'd still be beautiful and I'd be happy no matter what. I am going to give it more time. Maybe in 5 years I'll be laughing at myself while doing Yoga that I ever hated them. Until then, if you are ANYWHERE in the US or out of it....go to this Doctor. He knows breast. Even if he might know mine coming out one day, it wasn't him...it was 100% me.
I arrived for my consultation, and I did in-fact need a lift. I was a little sad and worried, but the Doctor does know I would like more kids and really went into detail all issue that can happen, but was going to be extremely careful knowing that. He also did NOT let me chose my size. (maybe in the end he would have but I am SO glad he didn't) HE knows the woman's body. He is a perfectionist. I was oblivious to what I wanted, and started throwing numbers out there. He told me there was no way that would look natural, and made suggestions. When I saw what he suggested I was very happy and very comfortable. So, I was ready.
Surgery was great. I had no issues. I was not scared. The office was amazing, and took great care of me. I left with my parents, pain-free and the Doctor called that evening. Being I was there for only 7 days, He made sure I was well taken care of, and I went day two for my bandages to be removed. That is a scary day. I have seen some 2 days post op pics and trust me, I expected the worst! But, they literally looked perfect. Yes, I had tape and a little redness and some bruises but, they did not look like I just had them done. They looked natural already. I was a little sick so I didn't say much to the Doc that appointment, but he told me to call if I had any issues. The only one that was mentioned was I could not stomach the pain pills. So we went off that and I took Tylenol. MUCH better for me. I wasn't in a lot of pain. I was sore and there was pressure, but once the bandages came off, it was much better. Day 7 I went in for my stitch removal, and was headed home. The Doctor made it clear that I was to call anytime, and day for questions or concerns.
Coming home was hard. I couldn't lift my son. I was sore. I was in a major regret faze (which is still happening) and I wanted to change my mind. But, little too late on that. Thank goodness I had his office ladies to help. I think I used them for more mental help, that surgery related help. There was many nights I hate what I did. Then I as unlucky. I had an allergic reaction to my tape. I was told I could use my scar cream and did, then I had a reaction to that. That cleared up, and things started to get better, then I had stupid stitch abscesses start happening. Literally, anything that could happen due to my body, happened. So, I have felt picked on and depressed! I tell you what, I read a review that this Doctor doesn't care and won't give you the time of day, that is bull. I have text and called him numerous times, and he is always there to answer. He is calm, and reassuring. You are important to him, as a patient. That is one that I am very grateful for. You can't go wrong.
So I am about 3 months post op. I am trying to get through the stitch stuff. I don't love the way they feel eternally. I am so used to doing push-ups and pull-ups and I can barely do anything remotely close without feeling really weird sensations with implants. I can tell you this, they are beautiful!! Like, I am floored. They look so natural. The scars on the breast (only one is having issues with the stiches coming out) has the faintest scar and I would assume someone would have not clue I had them done, if they saw them. Are they for me? that is the hard part. I don't make the money. My poor husband works his butt off to support our little family, and he really knew I was struggling with my body issues. All the "you look amazing sweetheart" couldn't make me feel otherwise. So to regret this surgery makes me feel like I am smacking my husband in the face. Or, more so flushing hard earned money down the drain. Of course, he says he will support me if I want them out. He loves them. Duh. But yes, he would stand by me. After talking to my Doctor I am trying to have patience with the issues and not let that have me regretting them. I still think it's more. I think yes, I have issues BUT I don't think I am an implant girl after all. I kind of wish I had gotten a lift alone. Would have saved so much money, and I think in the end I'd be happier. I really want to get into Yoga and be back to working out, and I feel restricted with these things in my chest. Maybe that will go away? I don't know. I just know I can't afford to just take them out and I don't know how much that will cost in the end, but I was assured by his office that IF I went that route they'd still be beautiful and I'd be happy no matter what. I am going to give it more time. Maybe in 5 years I'll be laughing at myself while doing Yoga that I ever hated them. Until then, if you are ANYWHERE in the US or out of it....go to this Doctor. He knows breast. Even if he might know mine coming out one day, it wasn't him...it was 100% me.
Provider Review
Dr. Malek is the best. Literally. I can't think of one single thing I'd say about him that I didn't like. He is calm, he is a perfectionist, and he will take great care of you. I don't think I'd be anywhere near as happy with any other Doctor.