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Neurosurgeon
168 North Brent Street
Suite 408
Ventura, CA
93003
Top reviews
Was able to throughly explain my diagnosis and tell me what was the leading cause of my condition on why I lost the ability to walk. Did a laminectomy on my thoracic spine. Had no problems with the recovery and was up and walking Show morewithout pain or assistance after using a walker prior to surgery in about a month. I thank Dr. Westra to getting my back to my normal life. Highly recommended.
Dr Westra is an expert in his field he cares about the patients he explains everything and shows x-rays MRIs on a huge screen so you can actually see what's going on before surgery or even if you're contemplating surgery. He replaShow moreced a disc in my neck and all I had to take was Tylenol there was almost no pain healed quickly and it's almost like new
David Westra, MD, is an expert neurosurgeon who serves his patients at Ventura Neurosurgery in Ventura, California. He was raised in Tucson, Arizona, as well as Houston, Texas. He also spent a significant portion of his youth in Santiago, Chile, where he became fluent in Spanish. Dr. Westra is board-certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
Dr. Westra attended the University of Texas at Austin and earned a degree with honors in chemical engineering. He then enrolled in the University of Texas at Houston Medical School, where he received a Doctor of Medicine with highest honors as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society. During this time, Dr. Westra spent a significant amount of time among the neurosurgeons at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. It was this experience that led him to pursue a career in neurosurgery.
After completing his medical degree, Dr. Westra enrolled in the Loma Linda University Medical Center residency program for neurosurgery. While at LLU Medical Center, he gained extensive experience in minimally invasive spine surgery as well as all aspects of cerebrovascular and neuro-oncologic surgery. Dr. Westra also completed extensive research investigating the capacity for hyperbaric oxygen therapy to reduce surgically-induced brain injuries.
Dr. Westra completed his chief residency year and enrolled in a minimally invasive neurosurgery fellowship at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute in Seattle, Washington. While there, he gained extensive experience working alongside leaders in the fields of pituitary surgery, cerebrovascular surgery, endoscopic neurosurgery, functional neurosurgery, and complex spinal surgery — including minimally invasive spine surgery.
In 2010, Dr. Westra joined the Ventura County Neurosurgical Associates in 2010 and became involved at the Community Memorial Hospital, where he currently serves on the surgery committee. He is an active member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the Western Neurosurgical Association, the California Association of Neurological Surgeons, and the Ventura County Medical Association. In his spare time, Dr. Westra enjoys spending time with his wife, Reimee, and his two children, Thomas and Olivia. He also loves travel, music, playing guitar, and everything to do with the ocean.
Spinal Stenosis
Herniated Disc
Microdiscectomy
Brain Tumors
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Sciatica
Disc Replacement
Lumbar Fusion
Location
Ventura Neurosurgery
168 North Brent Street
Suite 408
Ventura, CA, 93003
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NPI Number
1265645790
Reviews
Always kind and takes the time to answer questions so you understand what is needed.
Very good, he listens to my concerns.
I had a very good experience with Dr. westra. He's very knowledgeable and doing everything to help me with my back pain issues. Highly recommend
He is amazing.
Good experience, staff very professional and Dr. Westra very knowledgeable
He is the greatest doctor i ever met, I'm glad i had him as doctor and hes staff. A positive great person.
Routine short follow-up visit without any exam
Excellent
Dr. Westra is a great doctor who listens and cares for his patients. He answers my questions and has understanding of my needs.
excellent communication, bright.
Very efficient. Knows how things stand before you walk in. Follow up is excellent.
Buen doctor lo recomiendo
EXCELLENT PHYSICIAN! ( suboptimal front office person! )
I’m grateful for Dr Westra being my physician and providing excellent care with my back. He’s thorough and answers all my questions so I understand what my condition is and how to improve my quality of life.
Dr Westra is an expert in his field he cares about the patients he explains everything and shows x-rays MRIs on a huge screen so you can actually see what's going on before surgery or even if you're contemplating surgery. He replaced a disc in my neck and all I had to take was Tylenol there was almost no pain healed quickly and it's almost like new
Fabulous staff and Dr Westra is a miracle worker.
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Dr Westra tells me what I need
My experience with Dr. Westra over the last 2 1/2 months has been very comfortable and healing. Dr.Westra has been available whenever I needed help or medical information. My surgery has been much easier then I thought it would be. Dr.Westra has been there whenever I needed him
Always a great experience and explains everything that's going on with you on his big ass 3d monitors which is very cool
Aside from finding Dr. Westra very personable and friendly he gave me a great feeling of confidence going forward that whether I require treatment or not he will be there to guide me. I am greatly appreciative of having met Dr. Westra.
Very professional Calm and relaxing experience Very good bedside manner
He is the best, I thank him.
Dr. Westra is the kindest most thoughtful doctor I have ever been seen by. He is so down to earth and cares about your concerns & makes one feel understood & important. You are lucky to be seen by such a special doctor.
Dr Westra is a miracle worker and the staff are amazing Thank you
Dr Westra, was friendly and very knowledgeable. He took the time to explain in detail everything that was going on going over my medical results and explaining what the next steps we should take. He is someone you can definitely depend on. He shows that he cares and answers any questions you may have. Highly recommend this doctor.
Dr. Westra made me feel like I’m an excellent hands, he cares to get to the bottom of the problems that I’m having and I really believe that he’ll help me he is kind he is forthcoming and he explains things and I’m so grateful for that!
I was very pleased with the exam and explanation of my symptoms and MRI. Dr, Westra explained my MRI in terms that I could understand, thank you! He took time in my exam and was kind and patient. Overall great ex[erience!
Was able to throughly explain my diagnosis and tell me what was the leading cause of my condition on why I lost the ability to walk. Did a laminectomy on my thoracic spine. Had no problems with the recovery and was up and walking without pain or assistance after using a walker prior to surgery in about a month. I thank Dr. Westra to getting my back to my normal life. Highly recommended.
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