Dr. Geoffrey Block, MD
Hepatology*
40+ years of experience
Dr. Geoffrey Block, MD is a hepatologist in Tucson, AZ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Block has extensive experience in Liver Disease and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with Banner University Medical Center Tucson. He is accepting new patients.
4.1 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (31 reviews)
Banner University Medical Center-TUscon, AZ
1501 N Campbell Ave Tucson, AZ 85724Make an Appointment
Dr. Block is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology
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- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
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- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Block specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine & Transplant Hepatology. • See board certifications
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Dr. Block's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Block
4.1
31 ratings, 11 with a written review
| 5 star | 77% | 77% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 3% | 3% |
| 1 star | 19% | 19% |
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Dr. Block was able to explain collagenous colitis directly, simply, and compassionately. He always answered my numerous questions with humor and a smile. Sadly, he is no longer at Eisenhower. (And that office refuses to make an appt with a different doctor without a referral from a primary - I didn't need that before.)
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 14, 2019
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Dr Block is one of the most qualified doctors I have had the pleasure of working with. His time and patience are immeasurable. He has performed several procedures on me and each time I felt that I had the best doctor. He has spent a lot of time and will go far in trying to get you well or improve your life. He is a super doctor with the background to back it up. His endoscopy procedures are the best. He is a doctor that a patient can completely trust.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Jun 27, 2019
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Dr. Block performed a very complex procedure on me. The exam and procedure went flawlessly. I left the hospital without any discomfort or pain. He is academic and on top of the latest medical procedures including MRI follow-up for this condition.
What went well
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What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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May 21, 2019
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Dr. Block is a highly skilled Physician of Gastroenterology. You will not find a more knowledgeable or caring medical professional. Schedule him with confidence that you have selected the best. Do not be dissuaded by the pitfalls of the Eisenhower Administrative System.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
7 others found this helpful
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Philip L. Sallee in Yucca Valley/Honolulu, CA – Jan 08, 2019
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Excellent experience and care provided. I am sure, as are my family, friends and work associates who see Dr. Block, the recent negative comment by another entry concerning Dr. Block is a total fake.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
11 others found this helpful
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Oct 16, 2018
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Went to Dr Block for a colonoscopy and subsequent complications. I found Dr Block to be more pre-occupied with his status in the Dr community at Eisenhower and less concerned about my hospitalization and follow up.
And let me be clear - these complications were a result of his negligence.
I would not recommend Dr Block at all. I had a terrible experience with him. There are many fine Gastroenterologists in the desert who would have spent more time with me and worked to resolve the issues
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
10 others found this helpful
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Oct 02, 2018
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Excellent physician. A true specialist whom you have no doubts about.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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Robert Kelly in La Quinta, CA – Aug 04, 2017
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Very caring physician - smart and takes time with you to understand the issues you face.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
8 others found this helpful
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betonti in Palm Desert, CA – Sep 03, 2016
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Very caring and understanding
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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Rod in Indio, CA – Jul 22, 2016
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This man saved my mothers life. She was visiting Palm Desert when she had excruciating pain. She went to Eisenhower's ER and the next day Dr. Block performed EUS. Her condition had gone undiagnosed for possibly years. Her Bile duct and liver had numerous stones that were blocking her duct. These organs were infected along with her blood and she was going into septic shock. She wouldn't of made it 24 more hours. So, a big shout out to Dr. Block and God for orchestrating all the details :-)
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
12 others found this helpful
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Heidi Hamar Nyhoff in Banning, CA – May 11, 2016
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Dr. Block is the best Dr. He was my Mother angle who kept my Mother alive for me and my brothr's and sister's to enjoy a littler longer. My Mother had a very sick Liver. Dr Block has the hands of God. I miss you very miss in Pittsburgh PA. From E.S. I highly recommend him.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
11 others found this helpful
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Elizabeth in Pittsburgh PA – Dec 28, 2015
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Patient-focused, compassionate care, accessible and with supportive staff.Hepatology
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Hospitals Of The University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Internship Hospital, 1987Unc Chapel Hill
1984Wake Forest School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1984University Of Connecticut
1980University Of Connecticut
Undergraduate School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Transplant Hepatology
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Banner University Medical Center-TUscon, AZ
Banner University Medical Center, Univ of Arizona Boyer Liver Institute1501 N Campbell Ave Tucson, AZ 85724
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