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Dr. Brian Block, MD

Dr. Brian Block, MD

Pain Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Block, MD is a pain medicine physician in Towson, MD and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1998. He is affiliated with University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Locations

Maryland Pain Specialists

Univ of MD St Joseph Pain Specialists8322 Bellona Ave Ste 330 Towson, MD 21204
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(410) 204-2658

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Block specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Block's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Block

3.3

35 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 04, 2024
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anne C Richardson – Jun 02, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Arnie F – Oct 13, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
VPJ – Jul 09, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 21, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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CJ – Feb 29, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Chris B. Nemec, Maryland – Jan 15, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
13 people found this helpful
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anonymous – Apr 17, 2018
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Terri Freson in Westminster – Mar 01, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Baltimore, MD – Dec 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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baltimore, md – Mar 31, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Our philosophy is guided by evidence-based, outcome-oriented research. We understand that chronic pain can impact all aspects of physical and psychological well-being and we focus on the most effective, multi-dimensional treatment options. We provide...read more

biography

Dr. Brian Block has a longstanding interest in translating scientific discovery to helping people live better lives. As a physician with board certifications in both anesthesiology and interventional pain management, Dr. Block applies cutting edge...read more
  • Pain Medicine

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  • Case Western Reserve University

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center

    7601 Osler Dr
    Towson, MD 21204
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    View all awards

    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

    79%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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