Saleem Malik, MD

We recently had an appointment with Dr. Malik and the experience was appalling. We drove hours to meet with him and during our appointment he exhibited a shocking lack of bedside manner and professionalism when discussing my child's diagnosis. His communication was not only abrupt but also deeply insensitive, leaving us feeling distressed and unsupported during an already difficult time. As parents, we expect compassion and understanding from medical professionals, especially when dealing with serious health issues affecting our children. Dr. Malik's approach was devoid of empathy and respect, making an already challenging situation even harder to bear. His behavior is unacceptable and raises serious concerns about his suitability to work with vulnerable patients and their families. He is the last physician we would want on our child's medical team, which is currently filled with phenomenal physicians who advocate for her at every step. I strongly recommend anyone seeking a pediatric… neurologist or epileptologist to look elsewhere.

If I could post ZERO stars I would. For one, they are way overbooked. Dr Malik did not spend more than 15 minutes per visit. Never ordered MRI just EEG and instantly prescribed keppra which made my daughters seizures worse which followed with higher dosage of Keppra and then even higher along with a cocktail of other meds. Ultimately ended up in ER with toxic blood levels. Finally after lowering meds and eliminating Keppra but continuing Depakote we got seizures under control. During a summer we were advised to take her off the meds and see how it goes. She did well until end of summer when school started and seizures started again as well. Dr Malik wanted me to keep my daughter off of medication so we could have a sleep study done but then could not accommodate the study for at least 6 weeks. I told them I would not have her wait that long and send her to school having seizures. Basically I got the “sorry that’s the best we can do” response. Fast forward 1-1/2 - 2 years and my… daughter runs out of meds and Malik won’t fill prescription because it’s been over a year since he’s seen her. On top of that, they told me to find an adult neurologist and in the meantime go to the ER or somewhere else to receive care. I am so disappointed that they are associated with Cook Childrens and I HIGHLY HIGHY RECOMMEND not going to Cook Neurology or at least Dr Malik. Last note: Upon visiting new Neurologist , was questioned why no MRI and why Depakote on a girl my daughters age? Depakote is a great drug to control epilepsy but TERRIBLE for young girls.

Went through a lot of neurologist before Dr. Malik. Was the only neurologist that would take time during appointments to talk with you about medications and surgeries to make sure you understand what all is going on. He always made sure I was on board with each surgery or medication change and would take your concerns to heart. Highly recommend!

Best neurologist I ever had. I went through four neurologists before Dr. Malik. He was the only doctor that would spend time with me and go over each and every test and the different medications/surgeries that were best for me.

This man saved my life from dieing of , i love him as a Docter who was able to find ways to help me with meningitis insefilites. HE IS THE BEST (in my way)

Dr. Malik and the entire neurology department at Cooks is absolutely amazing. They have been treating our son for 2 years and each time we are pleased and happy with the treatment. I would highly recommend him and Cooks.