Niharika R. Mallepally, MD, MPH
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Niharika R. Mallepally, MD, MPH

  • Gastroenterology
Average rating: 4.9
 
North Hollywood Specialty Care |

About

Dr. Mallepally completed her undergraduate degree in economics at Texas A&M University and simultaneously obtained a masters in international economics/development from the Bush School of Government. She attended medical school at Emory University and earned a master's degree in public health from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, with a focus in health management. She returned to Texas to complete her internal medicine residency at Baylor College of Medicine, and then completed a gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Southern California.

Dr. Mallepally practices general gastroenterology with clinical expertise in colon cancer screening, esophageal and gastric disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, hepatology and inflammatory bowel disease, as well as various types of endoscopy including EGD, pH studies and colonoscopy.

Dr. Mallepally is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu. She is an active member of the American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology, and the Southern California Society of Gastroenterology. She is board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine.

Languages

English, Telugu, Spanish

Education

Medical Board Certifications

Gastroenterology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2023
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2020

Fellowship

Gastroenterology, University of Southern California School of Medicine, 2023

Residency

Internal Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, 2020

Degree

MD, Emory University School of Medicine, 2017

Locations

Specialty Surgical Center of Encino

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall Rating:
4.9
90 total ratings | 51 reviews
5.0
July 29, 2025
My experience with Dr Mallepally was exceptional. I really appreciated her professionalism, thoroughness, and compassion whilst examining me during my visit. Her commitment to providing the upmost medical care was evident.
5.0
July 28, 2025
Doctor Mallepally was very patient with my questions, and clearly explained everything. In short, she put me at ease, and indicated possible paths forward. She guided me, allowing me to make decisions with confidence.
5.0
July 25, 2025
Easy going, knowledgeable, good listener, offered a solution to m u y suffering.
5.0
July 25, 2025
I felt heard and that my care matters. Absolutely wonderful experience. Excellent professional experience w clear communication. Grateful for her approach to my care.
5.0
July 24, 2025
Dr. Mallepally is such a highly qualified specialist, and she could not have been clearer or simpler in explaining the tests she was ordering and what to expect when the test results come back. Just very glad that she will be helping me.