Dr. Michael Westafer

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
City, NV

Areas of Expertise

Glaucoma Surgery
Glaucoma Diagnosis and Treatment
Advanced Glaucoma Evaluation
Retinal Disorders
Ocular Surface Disease
Eyelid and Cosmetic Care

About Me

Dr. Michael Westafer is a board-certified ophthalmologist who focuses on cataract and glaucoma care. After earning a BS in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, he completed medical school at the University of North Carolina and ophthalmology residency at the Medical College of Georgia. He then pursued fellowship training in glaucoma surgery at the Cleveland Clinic, where he trained in advanced techniques to diagnose and treat glaucoma.

Since 2017, Dr. Westafer has practiced in northern Nevada and is committed to offering high-quality, patient-centered care. He works closely with each patient to build a treatment plan that reflects the patient's goals. He performs cataract and glaucoma surgery and offers modern surgical approaches for these conditions. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and taking advantage of northern Nevada's outdoor activities.

Training

  • Glaucoma Surgery

    Cleveland Clinic

    Fellowship
  • Medical College of Georgia

    Ophthalmology

    Medical College of Georgia

    Residency
  • University of North Carolina

    Medical School

    University of North Carolina

    Medical School
  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    BS in Biology

    University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
CA, NV, OH
License Numbers
15241, 17065, 128338

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