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Dr. David Westra, MD

Dr. David Westra, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. David Westra, MD is a neurosurgeon in Ventura, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 2004. He is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital San Buenaventura. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

168 N Brent St Ste 408 Ventura, CA 93003
Telehealth available

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Dr. Westra is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
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  • Good patient ratings
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Dr. Westra's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Westra

4.7

33 ratings, 10 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Cheri Andrews – May 28, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Blank – Dec 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Richard A Josker Sr – Dec 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Oct 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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McKenna – Jun 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
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Nov 02, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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John Dunham – Sep 23, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
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mark randall – Jan 01, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Kathy Pierce in Ventura , CA – Jun 23, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Ellen Ritsema in Paso Robles, CA – Dec 14, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Offers high-quality, individualized care with compassion. Believes communication and collaboration with patients is the foundation for effective relationships. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health goals.
  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Swedish Neuroscience Institute

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2009
  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Medical School, 2004
  • University Of Texas / Austin Campus

    Undergraduate School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Westra is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    David L. Westra MD A Professional Corp.168 N Brent St Ste 408 Ventura, CA 93003
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