Michael Blechner, MD

Dr. Michael Blechner specializes in pulmonology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory conditions. They earned their medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine and completed residency training at North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System. With 18 years of experience in respiratory medicine, Dr. Blechner provides comprehensive care for patients with complex pulmonary conditions. They are fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing them to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Blechner practices at Saint Joseph's Wayne Medical Center with locations in Paterson, Wayne, and Rochelle Park, New Jersey. They treat patients with asthma, including pediatric cases, and sleep apnea disorders. Dr. Blechner performs specialized diagnostic procedures such as pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung capacity and airway responsiveness. They also conduct asthma challenge tests to help identify specific triggers and develop …targeted treatment plans for their patients.