Dr. Malabanan specializes in the area of pediatric emergency medicine, providing immediate care to young patients with a variety of injuries and illnesses. He received his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Great River, New York.

Dr. Malabanan is a previous recipient of the Department of Emergency Medicine's Community Preceptor of the Year award, which is given to an individual who demonstrates ability as a great teacher or instructor to the graduating residents of the Albany Medical Center Family and Community Medicine Department.