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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.
The staff as well as Dr. Westra are fabulous. Dr. Westra take the time to explain every little thing to me and makes sure I understand whatever procedures or protocol that I need to take. This is now the second time that I am beinShow moreg treated by him and I couldn't be happier with the office visits his competence in doing surgery and is after surgery care.
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
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.
5 stars on every level! Professional, knowledgeable, friendly and accessible
Everything was great. Everyone was friendly. Dr. Westra is the best!
Efficient front office personnel. When a cancellation occurred I was called and I was able to be seen by Dr Westra the next day. The appointment was on time, Dr Westra answered all my questions and concerns. He has excellent credentials and a warm bedside manner.
Great. Dr Westra makes me feel secure we will figure out my problem
Extremely professional and I completely trust in Dr. Westra’s care.
Excelente servíce
The staff as well as Dr. Westra are fabulous. Dr. Westra take the time to explain every little thing to me and makes sure I understand whatever procedures or protocol that I need to take. This is now the second time that I am being treated by him and I couldn't be happier with the office visits his competence in doing surgery and is after surgery care.
Dr Westra was excellent and provided a thorough evaluation . I’m looking forward to working with him to identify the best course of action for my ongoing back pain.
Dr Westra got right to the point explained my X-ray/MRI to me in very understandable manner
Excellent care and very thorough and personable
First appt with Dr Westra. So nice I was seen on time, very thorough visit, explained MRI results, potential remedies & procedures. Would definitely recommend Dr Westra to my family & friends
Dr Westra was Very professional and thorough. He was able to answer all my questions And gave me a good course of action. I highly recommend him
Doctor Westra is always caring and kind. No waiting or last minute cancellations. Highly recommend.
Dr Westra is very professional answers all of your questions and explains everything well
he's very knowledgeable and professional
Very through on explaining about
All went very well
Great job and completely healed and at 90. Wow and a serious back surgery
Very good.
Exelent
No complaints, the care I have been provided has been nothing but extremely great
Dr.Westra, he’s great, I always look forward to my appointments, he always shows concern.
Dr. Westra was as professional & thorough as I hope he would be. He took his time to show me & explain the imaging . In addition the clinical exam was also thorough. He explained everything & I didn't feel rushed. He also laid out the treatment plan ahead.
One of the better doctors I’ve had so far
Great
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