Dr. Stem Cell Regenerative Orthopedics

Dr. Stem Cell, also known as the Stem Cell Institute of Los Angeles, is a regenerative orthopaedics practice on Ventura Boulevard in Encino, California.

Clinicians

• Bruce Fishman, MD, MPH, FICS — orthopaedic specialist; Diplomate of the American Board of Clinical Orthopedic Surgery and Preventive Medicine
• Melat Haile, FNP, MSN, NP-C — nurse practitioner

Regenerative treatments offered

• Bio-cellular therapy — mesenchymal cells from umbilical cord Wharton’s jelly, sourced from a Southern California lab and injected under fluoroscopic or ultrasound guidance
• PRP — may be combined with cell injections
• Peptides — listed as amino chain therapy and used in a pre-procedure peptide IV
• Other services include DISCSEEL, hyperbaric oxygen, low-level laser therapy and bioidentical hormones

Conditions the practice lists

Ankle, back, elbow, foot, hip, knee, neck, shoulder and wrist pain, arthritis, orthopaedic injuries and degenerative conditions, hair loss and aesthetic concerns. The website also lists cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative disorders and autoimmune diseases.

What to know before you call

• Office: 16542 Ventura Blvd, Suite 500, Encino; phone (818) 808-2828
• A free consultation is offered to discuss cost and financing; prices are not published
• The site states cellular therapy is often not covered by insurance because it is considered experimental or investigational

RPG verification notes

• Clinician credentials listed on the About page
• Cell source and imaging guidance stated on the website
• Website FAQ states many cellular treatments are considered experimental and may not have full FDA approval
• Prices not published

Last verified by Regen Provider Guide: October 2026. Confirm treatment details, candidacy, insurance coverage and costs directly with the practice. RPG makes no claim about the effectiveness of any treatment.