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Dr. Robert Block, MD

Dr. Robert Block, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Block, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Salinas, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Block has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1987. He is affiliated with Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

1095 Los Palos Dr Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 649-4000

Dr. Block is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Block specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Block's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Block

4.4

25 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
12%
12%

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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
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 03, 2022
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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
Jana Swearengin – Jan 31, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jeff L in Salinas , CA – May 15, 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
Alexsa Hacegaba in Salinas, Ca – Mar 04, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shannon in Salinas, CA – May 26, 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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
June in Spreckels, CA – Mar 03, 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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patricia Bickel in Monterey, Ca. – Nov 14, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Janet W in salinas, ca – Jul 28, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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neder in greenfield,ca – Mar 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Block, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Salinas, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Block has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ucla Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1988

  • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Block is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Central Coast Head & Neck Surgeons A M. C. Inc.1095 Los Palos Dr Salinas, CA 93901
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

      450 E Romie Ln
      Salinas, CA 93901
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality