Dr. Steven Bleckner, MD | Bethesda, MD | Sports Medicine Physician

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Dr. Steven Bleckner is a sports medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, D.C. He completed his residency at the University of Maryland Medical Systems/Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore, followed by specialized fellowship training in sports medicine at the University of Maryland Medical Systems. Dr. Bleckner is board-certified and provides care in English.

Dr. Bleckner practices at multiple locations including Holy Cross Hospital, Suburban Hospital, and MedStar Montgomery Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland and Washington, D.C. He specializes in treating joint pain, back pain in children and teens, and pregnancy-related back pain. His surgical expertise includes arthroscopic procedures and joint replacement surgery. Patients have given Dr. Bleckner an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars for his care.

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The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics

7500 Old Georgetown Rd Ste 301Bethesda, MD 20814

Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics

3301 New Mexico Ave NW Ste 110Washington, DC 20016

Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

accepting new patients
4.4

18 Ratings
26 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Sports Medicine: University of Maryland Medical Systems; Baltimore, MD
6 written reviews
1 specialty
14 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
5 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Bleckner's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

18 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Always listens and attend to my issue/issues right away and I leave feeling a lot better.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 28th, 2021

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I have been coming here for years , very pleased with the services. I was surprised today that there was not a long wait.Good job.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 15th, 2017

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My entire family (wife and three daughters) is seen by dr Bleckner and are very satisfied

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 19th, 2016

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I am son, grandson, brother, brother in law and friends of physicians so I know a good doctor and Dr Bleckner is one!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 29th, 2016

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I had a great experience. Very little wait time, and the doctor took time to listen and explain the diagnosis thoroughly.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 22nd, 2015

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I prefer a physician who will help me understand my condition, talk to me about the prognosis and treatment options. Dr. Bleckner spent no more than 3 minutes with me and that including 2.5 minutes draining my knee. I felt so humiliated and insignificant when he says a few words and bolts out of the room. A friend of mine had the same experience so I changed physician's. The front desk staff is great.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

November 9th, 2011

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Sports Medicine

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Surgery

Dr. Steven Bleckner holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Maryland and District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Sports Medicine: University of Maryland Medical Systems; Baltimore, MD.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Maryland Medical Systems/Shock Trauma Center; Baltimore, MD.

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College of Medicine Washington, D.C..

NPI Number

Dr. Bleckner's NPI number is 1275575987.

What languages does Dr. Steven Bleckner speak?: Dr. Steven Bleckner speaks English.
Does Dr. Steven Bleckner accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Steven Bleckner has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Steven Bleckner affiliated with?: Dr. Steven Bleckner is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital, Suburban Hospital, MEDSTAR MONTGOMERY MEDICAL CENTER, ADVENTIST HEALTHCARE REHABILITATION, and ADVENTIST HEALTHCARE WHITE OAK MEDICAL CENTER.
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