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Brian Block
4.9 out of 5 (101)
Brian Block

Brian Block, MD

Pulmonology

Lung Health Center at Parnassus
400 Parnassus Ave., Sixth Floor, Room A6114,
San Francisco, CA 94143
+1 more location
(415) 353-2961
4.9 out of 5 (101)
Virtual visits available
4.9 out of 5 (101)
Virtual visits available
Lung Health Center at Parnassus
400 Parnassus Ave., Sixth Floor, Room A6114,
San Francisco, CA 94143
+1 more location
(415) 353-2961

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.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, 2019

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, 2018

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2015

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, 2019

  • Residencies

    Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Internal Medicine, 2016

    Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, Internal Medicine, 2015

  • Degree

    Harvard Medical School, 2012

  • Languages

    English

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
    101 Ratings
    About our process
    Jun 28, 2025
    Dr Block was great. Had read and reviewed my complex case before I got there. He is clearly a highly knowledgeable physician and very dedicated to his patients
    Jun 12, 2025
    Provider treated, spoke to me like an Adult with respect and dignity giving me the option to be part of my care
    Jun 11, 2025
    This provider was very kind and helpful. I'm going threw scary time but he made me feel as comfortable as he could and was kind and he was a great doctor
    Apr 19, 2025
    Dr. Block is amazing!
    Apr 02, 2025
    Dr Block is wonderful. Kind, patient, totally involved with the patient and so knowledgeable! A real keeper
    Mar 14, 2025
    Too bad you only go up to "Very good". All the above answers should Include excellent as that would best describe Dr. Block's "grade" on all the questions.
    Mar 10, 2025
    Dr. Block is amazing!
    Dec 29, 2024
    Superb experience with Dr Block
    Dec 27, 2024
    Dr Block is the kindest provider. He is empathetic, certainly knowledgeable, and he shows obvious concern. I really appreciate his level of care. THANK YOU!!
    Dec 05, 2024
    I was extremely happy with doctor explanations and logic how to test my problem
    Oct 01, 2024
    Dr. Block is a gem. He's smart, interested and very kind and considerate. He's an excellent listener and cares about the patient, not solely the diagnosis!
    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.

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