Ph: 401.466.2974 | Fax: 401-466-5476 | DIAL 911 IN AN EMERGENCY

The Block Island Medical Center is a Primary Care Facility providing community health care, able to handle urgent and emergent needs. Through our in-house providers, partnerships with visiting specialists, and a mainland referral network, the Medical Center helps ensure the health, safety, and well-being of island residents and visitors.

Appointments

The Medical Center is open for appointments:

Monday – Friday

9:00 AM to 5:00 PM 

Please be aware that we are first and foremost a primary care facility. During regular business hours please call the Medical Center for an appointment at (401)-466-2974. 

After-hour needs, please call (401)-466-3220 to be triaged for further guidance, or 911 for emergencies. 

Medical Center News

Healthy Living

WHAT WE ACCOMPLISH WITH A "CAN DO" ATTITUDE

Block Island is a special place. Special for its pristine beaches and stunning scenery, its salty air and starry nights. And it’s special for its community. Block Islanders have a history of taking care of their home and community.

The Block Island Medical Center has been an indispensable part of sustaining the island as a viable year-round community and an internationally known tourism destination.

 

Visiting Residents and Students

Sarah Manuppelli

Nurse Practitioner Student – Boston College

Bianca Persaud (she/her)

4th Year Medical Student, Brown Medical School

Hometown: New York City

Specialty: Emergency Medicine

Kevin Chen (he/him)

4th Year Medical Student, Brown Medical School

Hometown: Lexington, MA

Areas of Interest: Internal Medicine, Pediatrics

Fun Fact: I love to go fishing. Eat more fish!

We have a unique and storied history.

Watch a documentary by Seedworks Films about the history and making of the Block Island Medical Center, from its farmhouse roots to the present day. Yes, with appearances by Mary Donnelly, RN.

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In accordance with DOH requirements for healthcare facilities to post vaccination status, 100% of BIHS staff members are fully vaccinated.  (8/31/21)