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EXCELLENT!! I already feel great.
Dec-2020
Dr West is patient and knowledgeable. He takes time walking you through the procedure with precise explanations.
I would recommend him to friends and loved ones.
Dec-2020
Excellent and thorough treatment all around.
Dec-2020
Friendly, skilled and helped my pain!
Dec-2020
Incredible doctor. Takes his time and explains issues, compassionate and bright. Makes me feel I'm in good hands. Thank you Dr. West.
Nov-2020
Friendly and good, but
Nov-2020
Staff is very professional. I appreciate the written report delivered before I leave the office.
Nov-2020
Super nice! Explained everything he was doing and made me feel very cared for. Thank you!
Nov-2020
Compassionate, professional, honest. I would highly recommend Dr. West.
Nov-2020
Fast time in and out. Injection went well
little pain. Looking forward to painless
days.
Nov-2020
I did not like Dr. West cause he wasn’t willing to take the time to explain things and listen to me.. He basically told me I’m on my own and see you in a year.. I believe a good Dr. would take time with his patient to do these things..
I would not recommend Dr. West at all..
Nov-2020
Thank God for Doctors like Dr. West he was caring and help me to understand my injections he was fantastic and also the nurse that helped him I know not to expect miracles from my injections but already got improvements on my right leg and already knew my left leg will be a challenge but there is a slight improvement there today . Bless all you Health workers during this pandemic
Nov-2020
Dr. West explained the procedure thoroughly. It was a good experience.
Oct-2020
He made me feel like I counted.
But now I what to know what to expect from the diagnosis of fibromyalgia. I had to have some space in order to digest my appointment. I'll be back on the 30th of Nov for my follow-up.
Oct-2020
Dr. West takes his time with patients and is very caring. He explains health issues well, so you understand your problem and options. You are in great hands with Dr. West!
Oct-2020
Matt listen and understand what you are going through and is patients in solving your problem and making you feel better he is a Exellent Doctor
Oct-2020
Very thorough, went out of his way to help me. Really appreciate him
Oct-2020
Someone forgot to contact my hip surgeon to make sure I could have the injection so had to go home and come back later in morning to have injection. Also Dr. West never checked on me after the injection, just left. Everything seemed very hurried.
Oct-2020
I've been a patient of Dr. West for many years before he moved to Nebraska Spine. I followed him to his new practice bc he is such a great Dr. He's knowledgeable, has wonderful bedside manner and really listens to his patients. He's done several lumbar injections and I always feel assured knowing I'm in great hands.
Oct-2020
Always friendly and spends time explaining and answering questions.
Oct-2020
Competent, careful and caring.
Oct-2020
Good Job!!
Oct-2020
He’s great
Oct-2020
Fast to see me. Polite, attentive, thorough.
Oct-2020
Dr. West is sincerely concerned about my health.
Oct-2020
Thank to Dr. West and Katie Cook and the entire staff. I really feel like I got the answers I needed regarding my significant neck pain. A plan was developed, and I so appreciated Dr. West’s kind words of assurance. I look forward to our next steps to get me well and pain free.
Oct-2020
A very nice doctor
Oct-2020
Very pleased
Oct-2020
Dr West is always very friendly, kind and listens. He asks questions to make sure he understands what my need is. He explains what is going on with each procedure.
Oct-2020
I really felt like I was listen too. I'm really counting on a positive outcome
Oct-2020
Very polite and great at what he does
Oct-2020
Very good bedside manner and explains diagnosis well!
Sep-2020
Very good Caring and helpful
Explained each step
Sep-2020
Dr. West was very kind, professional and efficient.
Sep-2020
He is very nice, direct and to the point. No messing around! He is ready for you, when he walks in the door! Also, wants a follow-up, to see if I made any progress! He knows his work, that is his job to do!
Sep-2020
Dr. West got me in and taken care of quickly. Very caring.
Sep-2020
Great doctor, listens to my concerns and shows concern for me as a person not just a patient
Sep-2020
Dr West was very personable and professional. He was well prepared for the appointment and he had read notes from my previous doctor. I appreciated his input and I look forward to working with him.
Sep-2020
Dr West and his staff are excellent.
Sep-2020
Very understanding and kind
Sep-2020
Doctor West, PA, Medical Asst all were so helpful.
Was very impressed with the excellent service we received.
Sep-2020
He's very thorough, concerned about my comfort, informative about test results and likable. What more can one ask for.
Sep-2020
Dr. West was very professional and such a kind and caring doctor. Hope the injection will give me some relief from pain.
Aug-2020
Excellent bedside manner, very caring, knowledgeable and skilled
Aug-2020
Very calm and encouraging. Made me very comfortable even when I was nervous.
Aug-2020
The first expression of the office was like any other office. Normal staff that’s not overly friendly or rude but just getting their job done. But I could hear Dr. West’s smile (since we had masks on). I get very nervous at doctor offices and he really did a great job of listening and responding with his recommendations. He even found something on an X-ray that was previously missed. I waited a long time to see him and I’m glad I did! I feel like I’m in great hands!
Aug-2020
A very calming and compassionate doctor.
Aug-2020
very friendly and explained exactly what he was doing and how it was going to feel
Aug-2020
He is polite, knowledgeable and listens to you.
Aug-2020
Very Caring. Could see the pain I was dealing with. He was the first doctor to find out what was giving me so much pain.
Aug-2020
Dr West was very pleasant. He listened and gave thoughtful insight that was helpful. He administered the injection skillfully .
Jul-2020
he has helped me with all my pain
Jul-2020
Very kind and knowledgeable doctor that walked me through all the information.
Jul-2020
Very professional, thorough, shows concern and very personal. Good Good!!
Jul-2020
I was very happy with Dr West and his staff.
Jul-2020
Very compassionate, nice man.
Jul-2020
Very easy to talk too, he describes everything he is doing right before he does it. To me, this is my second b-lateral inject he has done and it has been pretty much painless both times.
Jul-2020
He is so understanding and friendly and knows what he’s doing
Jul-2020
I felt he had gone over my records really well, before he even met me! Polite, yet to the point. Gladly answered any questions! Only one visit, but excellent thus far!
Jul-2020
Great epidural...if there ever was such a thing! ??
Jul-2020
He’s professional, informing you every step of the way what he’s doing. He’s kind and treats you respectfully. He’s a great doctor and I will recommend him to others. 😊
Jun-2020
AWESOME! Explained what he was doing and experience was as pain free as getting 2 shots can be. Very happy I picked Nebraska Spine
Jun-2020
Very pleased with my visit with Dr. West! Everyone was so nice & listened to my issues. I was happy with plan for eliminating my pain!
Jun-2020
very considerent
Jun-2020
Good job
Jun-2020
Dr West was very pleasant and reassuring during my procedure.
Jun-2020
Awesome doctor!
Jun-2020
My experience at Nebraska Spine and my visit with Dr West was amazing. Very friendly and helpful staff. Dr West addressed the issues I was having and put a plan I place.
Jun-2020
Always personable and open to questions as well as offers suggestions.
Jun-2020
Terrific professional team! Great customer service, care and information!
Jun-2020
Always feel that Dr West has my best interest at the top of his list.
Thanks.
May-2020
Really been helping me through this is in more then just check ups on my pain, he’s helping me through this emotionally as well and giving me his support where he believes is right and I think that’s what is more important. He isn’t just a doctor he’s a human who cares not a lot of people do that anymore it’s just in out that’s that. Great job
May-2020
Dr West was very gentle and calming during my EMG. Made the procedure more tolerable.
May-2020
Listened to me and helped find answers to health questions.
May-2020
Very professional and kept me informed during the procedure.
Apr-2020
Very personable and professional
Apr-2020
Very Sweet and caring bed side manner
Apr-2020
Very Good Service - very willing to take the time to discuss options to address my issues. Excellent job.
Apr-2020
Staff was very professional & courteous
Apr-2020
Working to resolve my back and leg problems. Concerned.
Apr-2020
Very knowledgeable and quick. I would only ask for a bit more time in the visit. Glad I was referred to doctor West!
Mar-2020
He really seems to care! Thank you
Mar-2020
Dr. West is very professional and has an excellent "bed side manor", which each of us patients love.
In addition, he is exceptional giving the injections. He is not second best, he at worst, tied for first.
Mar-2020
Dr West did a very good job on the injection. He was a very considerate Dr. Everything went well. Good job well done.
Mar-2020
Dr. West is the best. He explains the procedure as he gets ready to do it.
Mar-2020
THANKS. Felt at ease and informed during the entire procedure. All the staff is First Rate and friendly.
Mar-2020
Dr. West is amazing. He is soft spoken and caring. Makes you feel so comfortable.
Mar-2020
Am still waiting for an approval for a test. Should not take a week to get.
Mar-2020
Dr. West is amazing. He is such a great doctor, so kind and professional. My experience getting an injection was stress free and almost pain free. However, my hip is so much better today!
Feb-2020
For the first time I feel like I may be getting help with the pain.
Feb-2020
Expla
Feb-2020
Back feels great. Very little pain during injection. Friendly people
Feb-2020
Very professional & very outstanding at his job!
Feb-2020
Good visit but not long enough
Feb-2020
Dr. visit seemed cold and direct. Just the facts please...……..OK. Staff was pleasant and helpful. Not sure why a PA comes in before the Dr and I have to repeat info and they do the same physical test. Seems like a waste of time for both of us.
Feb-2020
Dr West was very thorough in going over my MRI and explaining the results. Gave me options in choosing the best conservative approach to getting some relief. I would recommend to family and friends.
Jan-2020
he is very professional, listens to my concerns
Jan-2020
Matthew was great to work with. he took time to explain what he was doing. he is gentle in his approach and methods. He seemed very knowledgeable with his field. Has a good sense of humor.
Jan-2020
Was a great experience. Very professional and took time to make me feel at ease and answer all my questions. I would strongly recommend Dr West and his staff to anyone.
Jan-2020
Doctor West has always been very caring and concerned about my needs.
Jan-2020
Very kind. Good staff Kept me informed as to what he was doing. Very caring.
Dec-2019
Always great
Dec-2019
Very friendly and professional. Explained everything as we went thru the testing.
Dec-2019
Need less expensive medication
Dec-2019
Dr.West was awesome. Great bedside manner and talks to me about my treatment. Great Dr.
Dec-2019
He was clear in any explanation and caring in approach
Dec-2019
Very professional good bedside manners puts u at ease during spinal injection
Dec-2019
Very kind, concerned, and empathetic. He never seems rushed and spends all the time with patients that is needed.
Dec-2019
Very professional, attentive to my questions with provisions of answers. Very aware of my physical health issues and treatment of same.
Dec-2019
Dr West and his nurses were very good at communicating every step they were doing and that helped me stay calm even though I was super nervous.
Dec-2019
Was very good and explained what he was doing
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Dec-2019
Personable and professionable.
Dec-2019
Dr West is a very caring Dr and listen to what you have to say
Nov-2019
Everyone was fantastic! Did not expect to be seen by Dr. West but he made sure to come in and meet with me. Staff was awesome!
Nov-2019
Dr.West is so kind, considerate and caring. Would not want anyone else to do my procedure.
Nov-2019
For the first time it was on time and professional service was excellent very pleased with all involved thank you.
Nov-2019
Very knowledgeable and professional. Listens to his patients.
Nov-2019
Dr West is so very nice and helpful. He explains everything and takes time to answer questions.
Nov-2019
A very caring doctor, who listens and spends time with you.
Nov-2019
Dr. West is is very kind and thorough. He genuinely cares about his patients and is committed to quality patient care.
Nov-2019
Too young and too ugly but did a real nice job. I'm very happy. 5 stars
Nov-2019
Good bedside manner. Takes the time to speak patient and family.
Oct-2019
Very nice, knowledgeable, and makes you feel comfortable during your visits!
Oct-2019
Dr. West creates a very comfortable patient/doctor environment. I found it easy to feel confident that I was getting accurate and professional advice for treatment .recommendations.
Oct-2019
My Visit was wonderful.
All personal were very nice and efficient.
Kate and Dr West was kind and very patient with me trying to understanding my problem. I truly appreciate the opportunity to come your Center.
Oct-2019
Showed me the problem with my neck in the MRI. There came up with a treatment plan to alleviate my pain. I felt better about my condition when I left the clinic.
Oct-2019
Dr. West was very cordial and informative.
Oct-2019
Dr West is very kind and compassionate!
Oct-2019
I really like him. Very calm an understanding.
Oct-2019
He is spectacular
Oct-2019
Great doctor! Very compassionate
Oct-2019
Dr West did an excellent job calming me before my procedure. It was quick and painless
Oct-2019
Office is so efficient. Love that everything in one building. Great staff
Oct-2019
Very thorough!
Oct-2019
quite pleased with his services, very professional, ensures your comfort, and actually seemed to care!
Sep-2019
After 3 days, the pain is not quite as bad. We'll give it some more time>
Sep-2019
Dr. West is compassionate, caring and knowledgable. If you are suffering from pain, Dr. West can change your life. He is an incredible, respectful doctor!
Sep-2019
very personable good bedside manner
Sep-2019
Finally someone at the spine center listened to how much pain I have in my back and is trying to find the cause. Great bedside manners and easy to talk about my pain explains everything so where it understandable.
Sep-2019
Dr. West was very thorough and professional. I felt like he really heard my concerns.
Sep-2019
Dr. West is an excellent provider of health care. Very personable and knowledgeable. Truly cares about your wellbeing.
Sep-2019
Quick and painless
Sep-2019
Great experience - thank you for actually listening to what was wrong - - had a quick diagnosis - my only concern is waiting for treatment-
Sep-2019
Went too fast. He and his PA gave me no opportunity to ask questions or have a conversation about my pain. Intake form asked for my goals and expectations for the visit; these were ignored. At least got back to me quickly with my imaging results.
Aug-2019
Knowledge and personality.
Very caring
Aug-2019
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Aug-2019
Very caring, informative, professional & just plain nice. Both men involved were so good. The shits were a little uncomfortable but they did an excellent job.
Aug-2019
Dr West is a good guy! He lets you know what is going on and what is going to happen! I highly recommend the good doctor!
Aug-2019
Injection treatment by Dr West went very well, very pleased with the procedure and results so far!
Aug-2019
Excellent
Aug-2019
He has always been very professional but has been very caring as well. If it were possible to rate him higher, I would do that.
Aug-2019
Great personality.
Aug-2019
Great Doc...listens first...well defined response and plan.
Aug-2019
Love working with Dr West so much I followed him from his previous office.
Aug-2019
Dr. West is an absolutely a fabulous doctor. His bed side manner and knowledge are top notch..
Jul-2019
Answered all of my questions very professionally
Jul-2019
He is an excellent doctor
Jul-2019
Dr. West really cares about his patients and is vey thorough. I've been with him for several years now and wouldn't see anyone else. I recommend him to everyone.
Jul-2019
Dr West is a compassionate doctor who cares about my situation. He explained what he was doing every step of the way during my procedure. He is the third pain management doctor I've been to and by far my favorite.
Jul-2019
Dr west listened to my needs and was very easy to talk to and provided clear explanations.
Jul-2019
I followed Dr West when he recently joined Nebraska Spine and Pain Center. He is excellent caring with superb bedside manner. He is very knowledgeable and an expert in his field
Jun-2019
Very nice and courteous people I will definitely come here for future visits
Jun-2019
Dr. West is the most caring doctor I’ve ever had! He’d never make it as a poker player. 😊 His face tells me how much true concern he has for me. His knowledge is also unbeatable. I trust him explicitly!
Jun-2019
Was very caring and nice answered all my questestions that I had. Very gentle when he did my injection and told me exactly what he was doing. The nurse was also fanatic.
Jun-2019
Everything went well with my shots and they must have been on target because I woke up this morning with no pain. First time in months that I could walk with no pain.
Jun-2019
first time good job so fare
Jun-2019
Awesome doctor who generally cares about your well being ! Great staff team patient & kind
Jun-2019
Feel blessed to have been taken seriously. After 2 years of bouncing from doctors Dr. West helped find the right solution.
May-2019
Carrying and considerate. Explains procedures in plain language. No waiting to see him. *****
May-2019
Calm, relaxed. Professional. Answered all my questions. Painless and made it seem extremely easy, especially for my first time.
May-2019
Awesome appt. and great care👏
May-2019
Easy to talk with, seems very kind.
May-2019
Best Spinal Doctor in Omaha Nebraska. I would not change for another.
May-2019
Able to squeeze me in the same day as a diagnoses was made which really helped move the process along and was greatly appreciated to save another trip
May-2019
Excellent
May-2019
Thank you for making me feel comfortable with just the tone of your voice while doing my injection! I didnt even see your face until it was done and over with because I was so shook up about getting it. We got through it and you were amazing! Thank y
May-2019
Dr. West is thorough and conscientious in his diagnosis and procedures. I have had three injections and my back condition has significantly improved under his care.
May-2019
Excellent physician with excellent caring compassionate care
Apr-2019
Dr West is excellent, professional and caring.
Apr-2019
Excellent bed side manner and was great at his procedure. Hope to have good results.
Apr-2019
Dr. West was very kind and patient. He provided a guide to assist me in relieving my pain. The staff is terrific.
Mar-2019
Matt walked me through the procedure and explained every thing that was going on great Dr.
Mar-2019
This was a very pleasant visit from receptionist to Drs assistant to Dr West.
EDUCATION
Undergraduate
BS in Exercise Science
August 1996 – May 2000
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska
Graduate
August 2000 – May 2001
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska
Medical School
August 2001 – May 2005
Creighton School of Medicine, Omaha, Nebraska
Postgraduate Training
Internal Medicine
July 2005 – June 2006
Creighton University Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation,
July 2006 – June 2009
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
ACGME Accredited Pain/Spine Medicine Fellowship
July 2009 – June 2010
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
In his spare time, Dr. West enjoys spending time with family and friends, sports, coaching, home improvement projects, music and traveling.
EXCELLENT!! I already feel great.
Dr West is patient and knowledgeable. He takes time walking you through the procedure with precise explanations. I would recommend him to friends and loved ones.
Excellent and thorough treatment all around.
Friendly, skilled and helped my pain!
Incredible doctor. Takes his time and explains issues, compassionate and bright. Makes me feel I'm in good hands. Thank you Dr. West.
Friendly and good, but
Staff is very professional. I appreciate the written report delivered before I leave the office.
Super nice! Explained everything he was doing and made me feel very cared for. Thank you!
Compassionate, professional, honest. I would highly recommend Dr. West.
Fast time in and out. Injection went well little pain. Looking forward to painless days.