Brian Block

MD

Pulmonologist
Film lover and mediocre golfer

Dr. Brian Block is a pulmonologist who cares for patients with all types of lung disease. He has a special interest in patients with lung conditions who are in intensive care.

Block conducts research on how patients and families prepare for making decisions in the intensive care unit. He is interested in improving support for those who face difficult medical decisions.

Block earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Columbia University's Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, serving as chief resident. He completed a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UCSF.

Block is a member of the American College of Physicians, Society of Critical Care Medicine and American Thoracic Society.

Block lives in San Francisco with his wife and two young children. After growing up in the East Bay and spending 15 years away, he is happy to be back in the Bay Area.

  • Education

    Harvard Medical School, 2012

  • Residencies

    Columbia University, Internal Medicine, 2016

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, 2019

  • Board Certifications

    Critical Care Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

    Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Academic Title

    Assistant Professor

In volunteering for national physician organizations, I use my voice to try to improve health care delivery and reduce inequities.

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    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    65 Ratings
    About our process
    Sep 26, 2024
    Dr Block is very good at making you feel good.
    Sep 24, 2024
    Dr. Block was very thorough & knowledgable, which I appreciate!
    Aug 26, 2024
    The system worked the way it was supposed to. No suprises.
    Aug 23, 2024
    Overall excellent visit
    Aug 11, 2024
    Too bad the ratings only go up to "very good". I'd give Dr. Block all excellent ratings. The best evaluation, explanation, treatment plan, and follow-up of any pulmonologist I've ever had!!!
    Aug 08, 2024
    I was so impressed with Dr Block..he took time with me, explained everything so clearly and gave suggestions that made sense.
    Aug 06, 2024
    Dr was excellent.
    Jun 13, 2024
    0ne of the best Doctor I have met
    Jun 12, 2024
    Excellent.
    May 10, 2024
    Dr. Block is outstanding
    Mar 11, 2024
    Dr. Block is extremely professional and knowledgeable.
    Mar 06, 2024
    Exceptional, compassionate care for long Covid.
    Mar 06, 2024
    Dr. Block is a phenomenal doctor and truly cares about his patients.
    Dec 13, 2023
    Nothing like my UCSF. The best.
    Oct 31, 2023
    The pulmonologist was terrific! He spent considerable time with me, explained this very clearly, answered any questions clearly - exemplary.
    Mar 29, 2023
    It's the best and very good.

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