Valerie Block

Valerie Block is an Assistant Professor at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). She holds a BSc from the University of Bristol (2004), a PT degree from Ramon Llull University (Barcelona, 2008), and a DPTSc from UCSF (2016). She has served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at UCSF and is a Board-Certified Physical Therapist (PT). Her clinical and research interests focus on neuro-rehabilitation, multiple sclerosis, and innovative technologies like tele-rehabilitation and remote monitoring for patient care.

Education:

• BSc, University of Bristol, United Kingdom, 2004
• PT, Ramon Llull University, Barcelona, Spain, 2008
• DPTSc, UCSF, 2016

Research Interests: Dr. Block’s work emphasizes translating evidence-based practices into clinical settings, particularly addressing neurological disorders. Her research integrates telehealth solutions to enhance accessibility of rehabilitation services, with a focus on improving outcomes for patients with multiple sclerosis and other neurological conditions. She advocates for technology-driven approaches to monitor patient progress remotely, ensuring continuity of care.

Dr. Block has not listed specific grants, awards, or lab affiliations in the provided materials. Her professional contributions are primarily centered on advancing physical therapy practices through interdisciplinary collaboration and clinical innovation.