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Dr. Mark Block, MD

Dr. Mark Block, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Block, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in Hollywood, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (40 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Block specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Block's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Block

4.5

40 ratings, 12 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • 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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PATRICIA A Ellis – Jun 10, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robert Manfredi – Apr 09, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Michael t MORRISON – Jan 29, 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
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Jan 30, 2020
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Christina Scoleri-DiBabbo – Dec 20, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Beverly Dacosta – Dec 09, 2019
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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
Kim in Hollywood – Mar 05, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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pembroke pines – Nov 07, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hollywood, FL – Jul 20, 2017
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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
Edward Rega in Lighthouse Point, FL – Dec 16, 2016
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Robbie Davis in Ft Pierce, FL – May 06, 2016
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Warren Shanske in Aventura, Florida – Feb 28, 2016
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care philosophy

Memorial Healthcare System physicians provide a comprehensive scope of high-quality medical and surgical services and clinical expertise with an emphasis on patient- and family-centered care.

biography

Dr. Mark Block has practiced thoracic surgery since completing his residency in cardiothoracic surgery at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis in 1997. He received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Yale University and completed his general surgery...read more
  • Thoracic Surgery

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  • Barnes Jewish Hospital|nat Cancer Inst-nih

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Chicago

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Chicago

    Internship Hospital
  • Yale School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Memorial Regional Hospital

    3501 Johnson St
    Hollywood, FL 33021
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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