Summary

Dr. Caroline Block is an oncologist who brings over four decades of expertise to cancer care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Michigan and completed her internal medicine residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in 1988. Dr. Block pursued specialized fellowship training in hematology at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 1990, followed by medical oncology training at Dana-Farber/Partners CancerCare in 1991. She maintains board certification in internal medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Block practices at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute locations in Boston and Chestnut Hill and holds an affiliation with Boston Medical Center Brighton. Her clinical focus centers on breast cancer treatment, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease and specialized conditions like Paget disease of the breast. She incorporates comprehensive care approaches including physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans. Patients rate Dr. Block 4.7 out of 5 stars for her compassionate and expert care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 41 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Dana-Farber/Partners CancerCare, Medical Oncology
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Caroline C. Block has 2 locations

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute - Chestnut Hill

300 Boylston StChestnut Hill, MA 02467
Mon6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 8:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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41 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Boston , MAConcord , MABoston , MABoston , MA
Med School: University of Michigan Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Caroline C. Block

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Caroline C. Block has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Caroline C. Block has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Adult T-Cell Leukemia-Lymphoma
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Hepatitis C
  • Leukemia
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Dana-Farber/Partners CancerCare, Medical Oncology1991
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Hematology1990

Residency

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Internal Medicine1988

Medical School

University of MichiganGraduated in 1985

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Caroline Block accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Caroline Block has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Caroline Block's office located?
Dr. Caroline Block's office is located at 450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215.
Which hospitals is Dr. Caroline Block affiliated with?
Dr. Caroline Block is affiliated with Boston Medical Center Brighton.
What languages does Dr. Caroline Block speak?
Dr. Caroline Block speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Caroline Block?
You can find contact information for Dr. Caroline Block here on Vitals.

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