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Dr. David Russell West, MD

Ophthalmology
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience
Ophthalmology Ltd 6601 S Minnesota Ave Ste 200, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
(605) 336-6294

Overview
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Brief Intro

"It can be challenging to keep kids patient and interested while Iâ€™m working with them, but itâ€™s so rewarding to see how much better children look and see after we help them." -David R. West, MD With family in the medical field, Dr. Westâ€™s decision to become a physician was easy. "Iâ€™ve known I wanted to be a surgeon since I was a kid,â€ West said. â€œIâ€™ve always thought surgery was intriguing, and I love helping people see better." Dr. West specializes in small-incision cataract surgery and pediatric ophthalmology. Dr. West received his BA from the University of South Dakota and his MD from the University of Oklahoma Medical School. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Missouri. Married with four children, West spends his spare time hunting, fishing, reading, golfing and is an avid Green Bay Packers fan.

Education Background

RESIDENCY

Sioux Falls Family Practice Residency

MEDICAL SCHOOL

University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine - 1985

Languages Spoken

English

Location & Hours

Ophthalmology Ltd
6601 S Minnesota Ave Ste 200, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Ophthalmology

Conditions Addressed

Macular Degeneration
Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Glaucoma
Keratitis

Procedures Performed

Lasik Surgery
Eye Muscle Surgery
Eye Muscle Surgery
Lens and Cataract Procedures

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

Avesis
Medicare
Blue Cross Blue Shield
UnitedHealthcare

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