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Dr. Michael Westafer, MD

Ophthalmology*

4.9 (190)

Carson City, NV

Accepting new patients

12 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Michael Westafer, MD

Dr. Michael Westafer, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Carson City, NV. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 12 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine and is affiliated with Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Renown Regional Medical Center and Renown South Meadows Medical Center. Dr. Westafer, completed a residency at Augusta University Medical College of Georgia. Patients rated Dr. Westafer an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Westafer works at Practice in Carson City, NV with other offices in Reno, NV. They frequently treat conditions like Uveitis, Iridocyclitis and Eyelid Disorders along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Westafer's Office Locations

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Sierra Nevada Eye Center Ltd.
3475 Gs Richards Blvd # 130, Carson City, NV 89703 Directions (775) 841-2000
2

Terry Key MD Ltd.
75 Pringle Way Ste 605, Reno, NV 89502 Directions (775) 841-2000
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9468 Double R Blvd Ste B, Reno, NV 89521 Directions (775) 322-3333

Monday

08:00 - 17:00

Tuesday

08:00 - 17:00

Wednesday

08:00 - 17:00

Thursday

08:00 - 17:00

Friday

08:00 - 12:00

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Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
Renown Regional Medical Center
Renown South Meadows Medical Center

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About Dr. Michael Westafer, MD

Specialties*

Ophthalmology
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Years of Experience

12 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English

NPI Number

1033473913

Education & Certifications

Fellowship

Cole Eye Inst, Cleveland Clin Foundation

Residency

Augusta University Medical College of Georgia

Medical Education

University of North Carolina School of Medicine

Undergraduate School

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology

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Is Dr. Michael Westafer, MD accepting new patients?

Dr. Michael Westafer, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Westafer is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

Does Dr. Michael Westafer, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Westafer accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. Michael Westafer, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Westafer has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

What practice does Dr. Michael Westafer, MD work with?

Dr. Westafer works at Practice in Carson City, NV with other offices in Reno, NV. View the full addresses on Dr. Westafer’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. Michael Westafer, MD treats?

Dr. Westafer has seen patients for Uveitis, Iridocyclitis and Eyelid Disorders, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Westafer on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

How do patients rate Dr. Michael Westafer, MD in reviews?

190 patients have reviewed Dr. Westafer. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Westafer.

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Dr. Michael Westafer, MD

Overview of Dr. Michael Westafer, MD

Dr. Westafer's Office Locations

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