Jessie Ayleen Block-Galarza

Jessie Ayleen Block-Galarza, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, Internal Medicine

Speaks

Languages

Spanish

Provider Groups

  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact

518-471-3636
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact
518-471-3636

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
  • Internal Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

St. Peter's Diabetes & Endocrine Care - Albany

63 Shaker Rd
Ste 201
Albany, NY 12204-1030

St. Peter's Diabetes & Endocrine Care - Albany

Additional Resources

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
Universidad Nacional Del Norde (1990)

Residency:
Albany Medical Center (1995)

Fellowship:
University of Massachusetts Medical School (1997)

Fellowship:
UMass Chan Medical School (1997)

Board Certifications

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (1997)

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (1997)

Provider Groups

Innovative Health Alliance of New York

SPHP Medical Associates

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

5 out of 5

(350 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

126 Reviews

07/22/2025

Dr. Block has been very helpful and caring in my journey with Diabetes type 1. We have worked together to understand and treat my illness accordingly with compassionate feedback. I have suggested Dr. Block to many of my co-workers, friends and family. I 'am very happy to have her as a provider, I feel seen and heard as a patient.

07/22/2025

Dr. Is outstanding, professional and very compassionate. I felt very safe with explaining my concerns to her. I'm so grateful to Dr for her.

07/22/2025

Dr Block-Galatia is always professional, through and listens to your questions and answers them in a way that you can understand..

07/21/2025

Dr. Block is the best doctor ever. She is so smart, caring, and always looks to resolve whatever issues you are having. She is very compassionate and cares about her patients.

07/21/2025

Answered all questions did not feel rushed

07/16/2025

Thanks.

07/16/2025

Doctor Block-Galarza was my doctor during my time visiting her yearly to check on a thyroid condition. She was very professional and courteous with her handling of my case very detailed in her explanation of my treatments of my condition

07/16/2025

I have said many times she is one of my favorite doctors.

07/16/2025

Wish there were more medical doctors that were as knowledgeable, thorough and kind as doctor JBG.

07/16/2025

Dr Block spends time with you reviewing your blood work, Dexa, etc. so that you understand exactly what鈥檚 going on in your body. She also explains her treatment plan for you in great detail so that you understand it completely. She asks if you have any questions and takes the time to answer you. Dr Block has a kind and caring way about her. I feel like she sincerely cares about me. Dr. Block is one of the best and most caring doctors I know.

07/14/2025

Very good visit. Dr Block is friendly and easy to talk to. She answered all my questions. I am looking forward to be seen by her at my next visit.

07/14/2025

Dr. Block-Galarza is very knowledgeable, caring, and very pleasant. She always does what she feels is best for the patient, just one of the best doctors out around.

07/14/2025

I followed Dr. Block to this practice because I completely trust her and appreciate the interest she takes in me as a person as well as a patient. She is very knowledgable and is often my first go to when I have a medical question, even if it is not about my treatment plan with her specifically.

07/09/2025

SHE IS THE BEST

07/09/2025

Dr. Block is outstanding in her dedication to find the best possible solutions in giving her patients the best care available to them.

07/09/2025

Tremendous empathy, great listener, never feel rushed. Great doctor. Feel very lucky.

07/09/2025

Doctor Block-Galarza is a very competent professional and a delightful person

07/08/2025

Would highly recommend.

07/07/2025

An amazing doctor and an asset to St Peter's network

07/07/2025

Would highly recommend her.

07/07/2025

She's an exceptional practitioner. I'm grateful for her care

07/02/2025

As mentioned before I could not wait for lab work.

07/02/2025

Thorough and caring. Like her a lot.

07/02/2025

Dr. Block treats you as if you want to be knowledgeable and interested in achieving optimal health. Some patients just want to be told what pill to take. I prefer knowing as much as possible about my condition and treatment. Dr. Block could not be more perfect!

07/02/2025

Dr. Galarza goes above and beyond for her patients in every sense of the word. She is very personable and takes the time to explain the issue at hand

07/01/2025

One of my favorite doctors

07/01/2025

I have been seeing Dr. Block for over 27 years. She is so knowledgeable and professional. She is the best.

07/01/2025

Dr Block is excellent. She is the best doctor I鈥檝e ever worked with and her quality never changes.

07/01/2025

I am very grateful for her care because she makes me feel like a whole person and not just one piece. When she is in the exam room she is focused but present. Smart as a whip but authentic as a health partner for me. Thanks Dr Block!

07/01/2025

She is a skilled and caring practitioner.

06/30/2025

I had a change in my A1C, much higher than last year. Dr. Block-Galarza explained that even though the numbers were really good last year, I need to keep on top of it. I've gone back to testing, so my glucose is already lower. She will do a re-test in Sept, then we will go from there. She is very kind and thorough in the way she explained the numbers, and the importance of continued testing. She is an excellent physician.

06/30/2025

The best!! Great listen and never rush鈥檚 your appointment.

06/30/2025

Excellent doctor with a perfect bedside manner. Her diagnoses have always been accurate and well-considered.

06/26/2025

She is a very good doctor because she takes time with her patient. I鈥檝e been a patient of hers almost 20 years so I love Dr. Galiza block.

06/25/2025

She is excellent at explaining my medical situation and how it needs to be handled.

06/24/2025

Dr. Block is great. She has helped me understand how serious controlling my glucose level is.

06/23/2025

I appreciate Dr. Block having me as a patient! 鈿曪笍

06/23/2025

Always prrofessional, listens and hears, encouraging and supportive. THE BEST

06/23/2025

very compassionate and professional

06/09/2025

I can鈥檛 say enough good things about the whole appointment.

06/09/2025

Caring, knowledgeable, goes above and beyond!

06/09/2025

MD Block-Galarza is the best

06/09/2025

As usual, excellent all around. Very, very happy I switched to this practice.

06/06/2025

Dr. Jessie took time truly hearing my concerns, explaining things and her plan. I was so grateful for the time and attention she offered.

06/04/2025

This is my 3 rd visit and I am very pleased with the care and attention to details provided.

06/04/2025

Outstanding knowledge and compassion

05/29/2025

No amount of praise would ever be enough to describe how wonderful Dr. Bliock is.

05/27/2025

She is very caring

03/31/2025

Everything was very good

03/26/2025

I think I've said it already, but Dr. Galarza is exceptional--a real gift to her profession!

03/25/2025

Dr block is knowledgeable sense of humor and thorough

03/18/2025

wonderful dr. who listensvery closely to what you are saying

03/12/2025

She takes time listens and initiates a plan

03/11/2025

She explains all material in a very professional manner.

03/10/2025

Nice,knowledgeable, caring

03/05/2025

Always takes time and very good at changes needed etc, respectful to my preferences also

03/03/2025

Wonderful care

02/25/2025

In addition to everything else, she has a wonderful personality.

02/25/2025

Could not be better.

02/25/2025

Dr Block Galarza is amazing. She performs a thorough exam, explains what she鈥檚 observed, answers any questions in detail. Has a positive rapport with patient. She is pleasant and respectful.

02/17/2025

The office staff was able to find me an appointment sooner after I missed mine. Very grateful!

02/12/2025

A very positive visit as usual.

02/07/2025

Dr Block is a true professional and never makes me feel rushed

02/07/2025

My dr was wonderful. Spent over an hr with me as a new patient and listened to my concerns and explained things so wonderfully.

02/03/2025

I鈥檓 always comfortable going to this appointment

02/03/2025

Thank you

01/31/2025

She took the time for explaining everything about the process, diagnosis and possibly results..

01/29/2025

Answered questions I had and worked with me explaining changes made to my insulin pump and expected improved results.

01/28/2025

great service

01/22/2025

i like the way she explains things thoroughly and tries to do so in a way i'll understand.

01/20/2025

Dr.. Block is a breath of fresh air with regards to providers.

01/17/2025

Outstanding Doctor Block!

01/14/2025

I said everything already

01/13/2025

She's excellent, I have no desire what-so-ever to go anywhere else

01/10/2025

Excellent service and very professional

01/10/2025

I had full faith and trust in my doctor and her staff

01/06/2025

Dr. Block takes the time to listen to my concerns and explains things to me so that I really understand.

01/03/2025

I couldn't be happier.

12/30/2024

Dr. Block is so kind and understanding and never rushes you. I really appreciate this.

12/30/2024

as always i was very satisfied

12/30/2024

I couldn鈥檛 be happier with this practice and Doctor

12/23/2024

she's the best!

12/23/2024

Dr. Block-Galarza is consistently above and beyond in her care, listening, and respect

12/19/2024

Dr. Block-Galarzza is outstanding

12/19/2024

Wonderful!

12/18/2024

The way that Dr Blocks listen and pays attention and answer all my questions and concerns is outstanding. She makes me feel at ease and I leave her office with the knowledge that I need to continue my care n

12/16/2024

Dr. Jessie Block is amazing.

12/13/2024

Excellent

12/10/2024

Just a wonderful person and doctor. Couldn't be better.

12/10/2024

Dr Block always has your best interest at heart

12/09/2024

I wish every doctor was like Dr. Block

12/06/2024

Just excellent all around. So glad I switched to Dr. Block.

12/06/2024

Dr. Block is truly concerned about her patients.

12/04/2024

My 2nd visit and having had diabetes type 2 for 20 yrs Dr Galazza has been the most informative.

12/03/2024

Dr. Block is superb.

12/03/2024

Would not consider any other providers.

12/02/2024

One of the best doctors I鈥檝e ever seen, she cares, doesn鈥檛 rush you out, listens.

11/26/2024

I'm a loyal patient due to Dr. Block's care for me.

11/19/2024

Excellent service and attention to all needs.

11/19/2024

She鈥檚 the best - near 20 years. Treats while family - various issues.

11/11/2024

Loved my first appointment with her. My concerns were heard, understood, and it was a pleasure having her as my doctor. Other providers could learn a thing or two from her by spending time with their patients like she does!

11/08/2024

Dr Block is very thorough, caring and informative!

11/08/2024

Extremely responsive on trinity health app

11/07/2024

Every body always are The Best!

11/05/2024

Explains everything in easy to understand terms and answers every question with patience.

11/05/2024

All staff provided excellent friendly care!

11/05/2024

I'm her patient but her care makes me feel like family.

11/04/2024

Dr. Block is an amazing doctor. She listens and follows thru . I wish all doctors were like her.

10/30/2024

She's efficient and runs on time. She's very, very learned in her field of practice, an absolutely amazing woman.

10/30/2024

Dr. Block took quick measures to send me with Lab orders for testing based on numbers found on a previous lab report which was not found by a previous primary.

10/29/2024

No wait

10/28/2024

She鈥檚 a very special provider

10/28/2024

I hope I鈥檓 able to have Dr Block as a provider for years to come!

10/23/2024

goes above and beyond

10/22/2024

Dr. Block is professional , warm and friendly doctor.

10/21/2024

Dr. Block is an excellent physician. Very caring and listens to all my concerns.

10/14/2024

Dr Block listens and very through

10/11/2024

Dr. Block-Galarza is the most thorough, informative and caring provider of those I see. Truly exceptional.

10/09/2024

I 馃┓ Trinity Health and Dr. Block! 馃馃徎

10/09/2024

100% positive

09/25/2024

Excellent

09/23/2024

I would recommend Dr. Block-Galarza to anyone who needs an endocrinologist. She is outstanding.

09/18/2024

Very pleasant experience and Dr.Block made me feel that this is the right fit for me. I'm happy that I reached out to making this appointment.

09/13/2024

I feel so fortunate that Dr.Block accepted me as a patient. She explains everything in a way that is very understandable. She makes me feel very comfortable, at ease to ask questions and has a very good sense of humor. I truly trust her care and judgement which is a blessing to me.

09/10/2024

Dr. Block-Galarza answered all of my questions with great detail which I appreciated. She was very good at explaining her reasons for her treatment decisions. She was not in a rush and I felt very comfortable asking her questions. She is very personable and an excellent clinician. I feel fortunate to be in her care.

09/09/2024

Dr. Galarza spends a great deal of time staying on top of current research in her field and examining if certain treatments are working well in the field. She is highly thorough in gathering all information and data and thoughtful in considering treatment for each patient and follows up on treatment progression for patients.
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