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Dr. Donald Block, MD

Dr. Donald Block, MD

Nephrology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Block, MD is a nephrologist in Berkeley, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center-Alta Bates Campus. He is accepting new patients.

Practice

2895 7th St Berkeley, CA 94710

Make an Appointment

(510) 843-0627

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Block specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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About Me

biography

Dr. Donald Block, MD is a nephrologist in Berkeley, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center-Alta Bates Campus. He is accepting new patients.

  • Nephrology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Conn Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1976

  • University Conn Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1974

  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Nephrology
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Locations

Practice

Bio-Medical Applications of California Inc.2895 7th St Berkeley, CA 94710
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Alta Bates Summit Medical Center-Alta Bates Campus

    2450 Ashby Ave
    Berkeley, CA 94705
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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