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Dr. Andrew Messiha, MD

Dr. Andrew Messiha, MD

Pain Medicine*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Andrew Messiha, MD is a pain medicine physician in Laguna Hills, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo and Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

23521 Paseo de Valencia Ste 204 Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Telehealth available

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3.7
12 ratings, 11 with a written review
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Dr Andrew Messiha WORST MD!!!
Dr Andrew Messiah was highly recommended through Hoag Healthcare as opiate expert. I have severe cervical arthritis. I gave him my MRI and he said he would not help me. He does not prescribe pain medications for chronic conditions!!!It cost me 90$ for nothing!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Mar 02, 2024
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Relieved my sciatica
Doc explained procedure and ensured safety throughout process. After treatment i was pain free for over a year.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 19, 2023
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Man in pain
He answered all my questions... You told me all about the procedure... What are you going to feel.. discomfort... During the injections ...cortisone injections
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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James Andrew VlAisavich – Feb 11, 2023
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Dr. Messiha is great but the office staff is incompetent. Dr. Messiha ordered procedures twice and both times the staff didn't even submit to insurance until AFTER I followed up. The first time I followed up after two weeks and the second time after 3 weeks. If the doctor orders a procedure you need to follow up the next day because the longer you wait to follow up the longer you will wait for your procedure is Staff is Incompetent!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
3 others found this helpful
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Marion – Jul 21, 2021
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Dr. Messiha's treatment got me back into my athletic stretching and training routine which in turn improved my mood and general health which gave me a more positive outlook and a better quality of life.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 18, 2020
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Dr Messiah takes the time to listen and learn. He performed a flawless epidural cortisone injection into my spine without any pain or complications. His calm, warm, confident demeanor has made me a patient for life. So thankful he was able to get me in on short notice in covid times and before the long holiday break!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Ted Whalen – Dec 17, 2020
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Dr. Messiah has treated me for severe chronic pain for many years with caring, compassion and dedication to providing me with a quality of life I would not have otherwise. He has always spent time to really evaluate my specific needs with a professional and knowledgeable understanding of my medical condition. He provides options and alternatives to address my pain issues. Thank you Doctor for being there for me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Robert McCreary in Carlsbad, CA – Jul 03, 2019
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Dr. Messiha has helped my parents out with pain in the knees for my dad as well as pain in the back for my mother. My parents have tried chiropractors, physical therapy, massages, everything and nothing worked. After going to Dr. Messiha, their quality of life has increased so much and their pain has greatly decreased. Dr. Messiha also took the time to listen and explain everything to us. Amazing and genuine Dr. thank you, Dr. Messiha! We need more doctors like you in this world!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Newport Beach , CA – Jan 29, 2019
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Wonderful caring doctor who listens a day takes his time speaking with you.very knowledge
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Monterey Park, CA – May 13, 2017
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I've seen him one time. Was told that he would be spending a hour with me to go over my history and exam. My appt was at 2:00. I was warned not to be late because the doctor would not see me if I was. Got there at 1:45. Waited one hour in reception room then a half hr. in exam room. He spent a total of thirteen minutes with me. Ask very little about health. Left room. Lady came back with my prescriptions. I noticed they were not what we talked about. She said this was it. No dicussion. Bad doc.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Miladie North in Costa Mesa, CA – Oct 14, 2016
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Dr. Messiha was very thorough in explaining his recommendations and did a great job with the procedure he recommended. The procedure ended up working and relieved my pain for the first time in a really long time.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Huntington Beach, CA – Apr 19, 2016
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Dr. Andrew Messiha, MD is a pain medicine physician in Laguna Hills, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities Providence...read more

  • Pain Medicine

  • Anesthesiology

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  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

    Fellowship Hospital, 2015

  • Case Western Reserve-metro Health Mc

    Residency Hospital, 2014

  • Ucla - Harbor Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2010

  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2009
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American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Practice

Saddleback Pain and Surgical Center23521 Paseo de Valencia Ste 204 Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

    1 Hoag Dr
    Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

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  • Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo

    27700 Medical Center Rd
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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