Dr. Michael Derek Westafer, MD

Dr. Michael Westafer is an ophthalmologist who also has training in internal medicine, bringing a comprehensive approach to eye care. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Medical College of Georgia Hospital. With 14 years of experience in practice, Dr. Westafer has developed expertise in treating complex eye conditions and performing specialized diagnostic procedures.

Dr. Westafer practices across multiple locations in Nevada, including Reno and Carson City, with affiliations at facilities such as Sierra Nevada Eye Center, Renown South Meadows Medical Center, and Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating glaucoma and cataracts, two of the most common serious eye conditions affecting adults. He performs comprehensive vision testing and visual field examinations to monitor eye health and detect changes over time. Patients consistently rate Dr. Westafer …highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his care.