Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health
6815 Noble AvenueVan Nuys, CA, 91405
Andrew M. Blecher, MD is a Board Certified in Primary Care Sports Medicine, specializing in Sports Medicine and nonsurgical treatment of orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries, including the shoulder… Read more ›
Dr. Blecher is a young, progressive and modern physician. Vastly knowledgeable of cutting edge procedures and skilled in using them. I have been truly impressed with Dr. Blecher's expertise and his recommendation of using Euflexxa injections in my arthritic hip. It has made a tremendous difference in my mobility and pain ma…
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williams College, Williamstown | Bachelors Degree | B.A. | 1995 |
| Tufts University School of Medicine | Doctorate | M.D. | 1999 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - UCLA Kaiser | Family Medicine | 2002 |
| Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic | Sports Medicine | 2003 |
| Certification | Cert. Body | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Sports Medicine | Sports Medicine | 2003 |
| Family Medicine Sub-Specialty: Sports Medicine | Family Medicine | 1999 |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | American Medical Society for Sports Medicine | 1999 - Present |
| Professional Member | American Academy of Family Practice | 1999 - Present |
| Professional Member | American Institute for Ultrasound in Medicine | Present |
Years In Practice: 21 (started in 2003)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Dr. Blecher specializes in treating the following types of patients:
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
Most insurances are accepted, please inquire with the office.
More info: We accept cash, checks, credit cards, debit and carecredit.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Yes
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
“Friendly, professional and modern”
Dr. Blecher is a young, progressive and modern physician. Vastly knowledgeable of cutting edge procedures and skilled in using them. I have been truly impressed with Dr. Blecher's expertise and his recommendation of using Euflexxa injections in my arthritic hip. It has made a tremendous difference in my mobility and pain management.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 24051 Newhall Ranch Road Building C
I have been getting my shots here for years and its always a good experience. This has kept me from needing knee replacement sjrgery.
“Dr Blecher and his staff are great”
I have been getting my shots here for years and its always a good experience. This has kept me from needing knee replacement sjrgery.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Accustomed to being quite active I was slowed down and in pain when I arrived at SCOI. I previously had X-rays taken which showed considerable arthritis in both knees. I worried that the only remedy for my painful arthritic left knee was surgery. Dr Blecher extracted a significant amount of fluid from my very swollen knee and then injected the first of three hyaluronic doses. It is more than a month since my last injection and I can say that my overall improvement is in the area of 80%. As further advised by Dr. Blecher I will continue to do my part incorporating more strengthening exercises into my regimen and avoiding pounding on the treadmill. I am hopeful that recovery will continue but I am prepared to repeat the procedure if necessary. It was relatively painless in comparison to the constant nagging pain that I was experiencing. Dr. Blecher’s assistants were as friendly and reassuring as he was and my experience at the office was excellent. Thank you!
“My experience with Dr. Blechet was excellen”
Accustomed to being quite active I was slowed down and in pain when I arrived at SCOI. I previously had X-rays taken which showed considerable arthritis in both knees. I worried that the only remedy for my painful arthritic left knee was surgery. Dr Blecher extracted a significant amount of fluid from my very swollen knee and then injected the first of three hyaluronic doses. It is more than a month since my last injection and I can say that my overall improvement is in the area of 80%. As further advised by Dr. Blecher I will continue to do my part incorporating more strengthening exercises into my regimen and avoiding pounding on the treadmill. I am hopeful that recovery will continue but I am prepared to repeat the procedure if necessary. It was relatively painless in comparison to the constant nagging pain that I was experiencing. Dr. Blecher’s assistants were as friendly and reassuring as he was and my experience at the office was excellent. Thank you!
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Dr Blecher was fine. Quite professional. But his assistant Zach Gonzales went above and beyond helping me. He adjusted my crutches, put me on a wheelchair to get to the casting room, he was just a VERY caring person !!!
“His assistant Zack Gonzales was excellent!!”
Dr Blecher was fine. Quite professional. But his assistant Zach Gonzales went above and beyond helping me. He adjusted my crutches, put me on a wheelchair to get to the casting room, he was just a VERY caring person !!!
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Very personable and knowledge. Spends time and listens.
“Great experience.”
Very personable and knowledge. Spends time and listens.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
All staff that I've interacted with have been very professional and courteous through the whole process
“Very informative and takes his time explaining the process and alternative options”
All staff that I've interacted with have been very professional and courteous through the whole process
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
very happy with Dr. Blecher and staff, they saved my knees
“happy knees”
very happy with Dr. Blecher and staff, they saved my knees
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
After doing my own research for pain i was having in myy hip and knee. I came across Dr. Blecher. What i thought was a groin pull and self treatment for months, and little success. Dr. Blecher diagnosed the issues (not groin) and put me on a treatment plan which has been a game changer. I've dealt with some medical professionals in the past where the first discussions after diagnosis is surgery. Dr. Blecher was the opposite...everything but surgery to give relief until all other treatments are exhausted. Very much appreciated. Explains each step, what to expect and why. Couldn't be happier. Great staff and excellent treatment, follow up and care. Dr. Blecher will always be my go to!
“Relieved”
After doing my own research for pain i was having in myy hip and knee. I came across Dr. Blecher. What i thought was a groin pull and self treatment for months, and little success. Dr. Blecher diagnosed the issues (not groin) and put me on a treatment plan which has been a game changer. I've dealt with some medical professionals in the past where the first discussions after diagnosis is surgery. Dr. Blecher was the opposite...everything but surgery to give relief until all other treatments are exhausted. Very much appreciated. Explains each step, what to expect and why. Couldn't be happier. Great staff and excellent treatment, follow up and care. Dr. Blecher will always be my go to!
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
great
“always good”
great
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
so happy i chose to use Dr Blecher....Im having great results and excited for the future results
“great experience”
so happy i chose to use Dr Blecher....Im having great results and excited for the future results
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Dr. Blecher and his staff were very knowledgeable, kind, and very patient. They are a great team.
“Great Experience”
Dr. Blecher and his staff were very knowledgeable, kind, and very patient. They are a great team.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
The process was precisely as briefed. I found the staff to be very helpful and in tune with Dr Blecher.
“excellent and very consultative”
The process was precisely as briefed. I found the staff to be very helpful and in tune with Dr Blecher.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Dr. Blecher is top of the line. He has treated my tendon problems with amazing results.
“excellent treatment”
Dr. Blecher is top of the line. He has treated my tendon problems with amazing results.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Had an old ACL injury and little meniscus left. Dr Blecher thought a PRP/stem cell/PRP treatment would help as an alternative to knee replacement, so was excited to explore this option. The experience has been great with staff, Dr Blecher & the procedures!
“Stem cell injection for knee.”
Had an old ACL injury and little meniscus left. Dr Blecher thought a PRP/stem cell/PRP treatment would help as an alternative to knee replacement, so was excited to explore this option. The experience has been great with staff, Dr Blecher & the procedures!
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Dr. Blecher is awesome, his team is so caring!
“His team is awesome!!!!”
Dr. Blecher is awesome, his team is so caring!
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Described condition very clearly and thoroughly after taking adequate time for examination. Treatment options were described in detail, and administered with care and professionalism.
“Thorough Analysis and Treatment”
Described condition very clearly and thoroughly after taking adequate time for examination. Treatment options were described in detail, and administered with care and professionalism.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 436 N. Bedford Drive Suite 202
Dr. Blecher and his staff are super knowledgeable, professional, and courteous. The diagnosis was fast and accurate, and the course of treatment has been helpful. I look forward to getting better, but it's good to know that Dr. Blecher is here for any sports-related injuries I have. Thanks!
“Very thorough, knowledgeable, and courteous”
Dr. Blecher and his staff are super knowledgeable, professional, and courteous. The diagnosis was fast and accurate, and the course of treatment has been helpful. I look forward to getting better, but it's good to know that Dr. Blecher is here for any sports-related injuries I have. Thanks!
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
It is a pleasure to have Dr. Blecher. He has diagnosed and cured all of my problems since I have been seeing him. I would highly recommend Dr. Blecher.
“Dr. Blecher is an excellent doctor.”
It is a pleasure to have Dr. Blecher. He has diagnosed and cured
all of my problems since I have been seeing him. I would highly recommend Dr. Blecher.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Very knowledgeable and thorough doctor. Gave me a lot of answers and was upfront and honest with me whether stem cell treatment would work. Friendly staff too.
“Dr. Blecher is the man!”
Very knowledgeable and thorough doctor. Gave me a lot of answers and was upfront and honest with me whether stem cell treatment would work. Friendly staff too.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Dr. Blecher is very gifted and patient. I have been coming for years.
“Excellent”
Dr. Blecher is very gifted and patient. I have been coming for years.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Good
“Excellent”
Good
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
His assistant Zack Gonzalez is absolutely the best really takes an interest in helping me feel Confident in my care
“His assistant Zack Gonzalez is absolutely the best really takes an interest”
His assistant Zack Gonzalez is absolutely the best really takes an interest in helping me feel Confident in my care
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 24051 Newhall Ranch Road Building C
Quick, efficient, doctor and staff always spend time to thoroughly explain the procedure and my diagnosis to me. I will recommend my friends and family.
“Excellent. I highly recommend this facility and De. Blecher”
Quick, efficient, doctor and staff always spend time to thoroughly explain the procedure and my diagnosis to me. I will recommend my friends and family.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
this is my 2nd time with dr. blecher! both times he was courteous and understanding! he took his time to explain my options to me and never insisted one way or the other on how i should or shouldn't proceed which was very refreshing! both times were for problems with my right knee and both times i feel safe with dr. blecher working on them! thank you so much doc!
“the best team and by far the most thorough doctor!”
this is my 2nd time with dr. blecher! both times he was courteous and understanding! he took his time to explain my options to me and never insisted one way or the other on how i should or shouldn't proceed which was very refreshing! both times were for problems with my right knee and both times i feel safe with dr. blecher working on them! thank you so much doc!
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
I trust him implicitly.
“He explains every step as it's happening.”
I trust him implicitly.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
I have being seeing Dr. Blecher now for about ten years. I have never had a bad experience with him. He is very caring and always very helpful with his care.
“Most Wonderful Orthopedic Doctor”
I have being seeing Dr. Blecher now for about ten years. I have never had a bad experience with him. He is very caring and always very helpful with his care.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
I had stem cell therapy with Regenerex and Dr Blecher was the perfect doctor to have on this proceedure. Great "bedside manner", the procedure was painless and all my questions were answered i a professional manner
“dr blecher knows what he is doing, is caring & informative on the proceedures and I am very happy with the results so far”
I had stem cell therapy with Regenerex and Dr Blecher was the perfect doctor to have on this proceedure. Great "bedside manner", the procedure was painless and all my questions were answered i a professional manner
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
I've seen Dr. Blecher for hip, ankle, and shoulder injuries from my mountain biking and snowboarding crashes. He always focuses in on the factual diagnosis, and suggests and performs treatments and/or therapy to get me back in action quickly. I've sent my wife and kids and friends to him too and they are all happy with his friendliness and results.
“Dr. Blecher takes great care of all my "old-guy" athletic injuries!!!”
I've seen Dr. Blecher for hip, ankle, and shoulder injuries from my mountain biking and snowboarding crashes. He always focuses in on the factual diagnosis, and suggests and performs treatments and/or therapy to get me back in action quickly. I've sent my wife and kids and friends to him too and they are all happy with his friendliness and results.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
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“cool”
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Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
I am extremely happy with Dr. Blecher and his staff. My appointments at SCOI is always on time and the other staff are great. I have had a wonderful experience with all of my procedures with Dr. Blecher. Emily has been fantastic and Michael is a great resource.
“Relief for my knee pain”
I am extremely happy with Dr. Blecher and his staff. My appointments at SCOI is always on time and the other staff are great. I have had a wonderful experience with all of my procedures with Dr. Blecher. Emily has been fantastic and Michael is a great resource.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
a perfecr 10
“terrific....spectacular....wonderful”
a perfecr 10
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
I was grateful for Dr.Blecher's honesty about the potential outcomes for this procedure and appreciated his thorough explanations as we went on.
“Five Stars”
I was grateful for Dr.Blecher's honesty about the potential outcomes for this procedure and appreciated his thorough explanations as we went on.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Good stuff Lucky to have him.
“Great!”
Good stuff
Lucky to have him.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Dr, Blecher has helped me with my knees after all the running I did in my early years. He takes the conservative approach, which I like. I am extremely happy and have avoided having knee replacement.
“Happy with treatments”
Dr, Blecher has helped me with my knees after all the running I did in my early years. He takes the conservative approach, which I like. I am extremely happy and have avoided having knee replacement.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 436 N. Bedford Drive Suite 202
My experience with Dr. Blecher has been nothing, but wonderful. He's always so diligent and professional. The staff is also very kind and helpful whenever I have any additional questions. Highly recommend Dr. Blecher for any Orthopedic attention!
“Wonderful experience!”
My experience with Dr. Blecher has been nothing, but wonderful. He's always so diligent and professional. The staff is also very kind and helpful whenever I have any additional questions. Highly recommend Dr. Blecher for any Orthopedic attention!
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Competent and thorough. Great experience through and through. Takes the time to explain diagnosis and treatment options.
“Ultrasound wizard”
Competent and thorough. Great experience through and through. Takes the time to explain diagnosis and treatment options.
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Dr. Blecher and his team were very patient and took to the time to answer all my questions during and even after my appointments. They were all very open, accessible and friendly. Dr. Blecher was also very straight forward about what can be helped with his specialty and what can't. Thank you!
“Great experience!”
Dr. Blecher and his team were very patient and took to the time to answer all my questions during and even after my appointments. They were all very open, accessible and friendly. Dr. Blecher was also very straight forward about what can be helped with his specialty and what can't. Thank you!
Southern California Orthopedic Institute - in Alliance with UCLA Health - 6815 Noble Avenue
Felt heard and understood. Looking forward to regenerative medicine options for my injury. Office is friendly and top notch, extremely happy!
“Great Experience”
Felt heard and understood. Looking forward to regenerative medicine options for my injury. Office is friendly and top notch, extremely happy!
Comment - “ Friendly, professional and modern ”
Dr. Blecher is a young, progressive and modern physician. Vastly knowledgeable of cutting edge procedures and skilled in using them. I have been truly impressed with Dr. Blecher's expertise and his recommendation of using Euflexxa injections in my arthritic hip. It has made a tremendous difference in my mobility and pain management.