Dana M. Block
Expertise in
2
conditions
Expertise in
2
conditions
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 350, 
Fairfax, VA 

Overview

Dr. Dana Block-Abraham is a specialty care physician board certified in maternal-fetal medicine and obstetrics and gynecology. She joined Inova Health System in 2021 and has been practicing since 2007. Dr. Block-Abraham joined the Perinatal Associates of Northern Virginia practice in 2017. She grew up in Independence, MO, and earned her bachelor’s degree from Barry University in Miami Shores, FL, where she was a member of the NCAA Division II national champion volleyball team. She then worked for three years before starting medical school at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Block-Abraham completed a rotating internship at Broward General Medical Center while her husband finished his pediatrics residency. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN, where she served as an administrative Chief Resident in her final year. She then completed her maternal-fetal medicine fellowship at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Block-Abraham completed an additional two years of formal fellowship training in fetal intervention at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD, where she learned advanced in-utero procedures and surgeries. She is very involved in organized medicine and holds leadership positions within the American Medical Association, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Dr. Block-Abraham’s research interests broadly include preeclampsia, fetal therapy and health policy. She has published several peer-reviewed manuscripts. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, reading, playing volleyball, listening to music and watching movies when she is not working.

Dr. Block is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Preeclampsia, Intrauterine Growth Restriction, and Diaphragmatic Hernia.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

NOVA Southeastern University

Residency

University of Tennessee Health Science Center Training Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology 7/1/2008 - 6/30/2012

Specialties

Neonatology
Obstetrics and Gynecology

Licenses

Obstetrics & Gynecology in VA

Fellowships

University of Maryland School of Medicine Training Specialty: Maternal-Fetal Medicine 7/1/2012 - 6/30/2015
Johns Hopkins Hospital Training Specialty: Fetal Therapy 8/1/2015 - 7/31/2017

Hospital Affiliations

Inova Fairfax Hospital
Inova Loudoun Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HealthKeepers
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Innovation Health
  • HMO
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Piedmont
  • HMO
  • POS
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
View 6 Less Insurance Carriers -

Locations

Inova Maternal Fetal Medicine - Fairfax
8260 Willow Oaks Corporate Dr, 350, Fairfax, VA 22031
Other Locations
Inova Antenatal Testing - Fairfax Hospital
3300 Gallows Rd, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Fairfax, VA 22031
Inova Antenatal Testing - Loudoun Hospital
44055 Riverside Pkwy, 104, Leesburg, VA 20176

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Block has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Placenta Previa

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


Similar Doctors
Expertise in
9
conditions
Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
Expertise in
9
conditions
Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology

Shady Grove Fertility RSC At Univ Of MD

419 W Redwood St Ste 500, 
Baltimore, MD 
 (44.4 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English

Mehmet Turan is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Turan is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Polyhydramnios, Intrauterine Growth Restriction, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Hysterectomy.

Ahmet A. Baschat
Expertise in
13
conditions
Expertise in
13
conditions

The Johns Hopkins Hospital

1800 Orleans Street, 
Baltimore, MD 
 (45.7 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English, German, Turkish

Dr. Ahmet Baschat is director of the Center for Fetal Therapy and professor in the Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics. His areas of clinical expertise include prenatal diagnosis and therapy of a wide range of fetal conditions including congenital diaphragmatic hernia, intrauterine growth restriction, twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS), as well as other complications of monochorionic twin pregnancies. Dr. Baschat received his undergraduate and medical degrees from The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. He earned his doctorate in medicine (Dr. Med) from the University of Lübeck, where he also completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Baschat also completed residencies at Newton-Wellesley Hospital and at University of Maryland Medical Center. He performed a fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine at University of Maryland Medical Center and went on to develop its Center for Advanced Fetal Care. Dr. Baschat joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2014. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Baschat was professor and director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and the Section of Fetal Therapy at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Baschat’s research interests include interventions and management techniques for fetal growth restriction and placental insufficiency. He has also done extensive research on the use of high resolution prenatal ultrasound techniques, including Doppler and fetal echocardiography, to predict and detect fetal complications. Dr. Baschat serves on a variety of boards and is a member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics & Gynecology and the International Fetal Medicine and Surgery Society. He has been recognized with several awards and honors, including the 2010 Award for Excellence in Research by the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Dr. Baschat’s passion for developing an individualized care plan for each of his patients has been the hallmark of his practice. Dr. Baschat is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Intrauterine Growth Restriction, Bilateral Renal Agenesis Dominant Type, Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Endoscopy.

Expertise in
13
conditions
Expertise in
13
conditions
1850 Town Center Pkwy, 650, 
Reston, VA 
 (10.2 miles away)
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Dr. Rodney McLaren is a specialty care physician board certified in obstetrics and gynecology, and maternal-fetal medicine. He joined Inova in 2025 and has been practicing since 1983. Prior to joining Inova, Dr. McLaren was the Medical Director of Metropolitan Maternal-Fetal Medicine, PC in Fairfax, VA. Dr. Mclaren is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gestational Diabetes, Fetal Edema, Hydrops Fetalis, and Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Dana M. Block

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Dana M. Block?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Dana M. Block by calling their office at 571-472-0920. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Dana M. Block a top-rated expert for Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Dana M. Block is classified as an Advanced expert for Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Dana M. Block specialize in?

While Dr. Dana M. Block is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, Preeclampsia, and Intrauterine Growth Restriction. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.

Does Dr. Dana M. Block participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Dana M. Block has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Twin-To-Twin Transfusion Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Dana M. Block's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Dana M. Block accept my insurance?

Dr. Dana M. Block accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 571-472-0920 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers

Find Dr. Block's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
      Want to save this doctor for later?
      Sign Up
      Is this your doctor?
      Find A Second Opinion
      Not sure about your diagnosis?
      Check Your Symptoms
       
       
       
       
      Learn about our expert tiers
      Learn More
      Are you the provider on this profile?
      Claim Profile