Dr. Zacharia Nayer, M.D., is a Columbia- and UCSD-trained cataract and glaucoma surgeon serving the San Diego area. He earned his undergraduate degree in three years at the University of Virginia as an Echols Scholar and received his medical degree from George Washington University, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha and the Gold Humanism Honor Societies. He completed his residency at Columbia University and fellowship at UC San Diego.
Dr. Zacharia Nayer, M.D., is a Columbia- and UCSD-trained cataract and glaucoma surgeon serving the San Diego area. He earned his undergraduate degree in three years at the University of Virginia as an Echols Scholar and received his medical degree from George Washington University, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha and the Gold Humanism Honor Societies. He completed his residency at Columbia University and fellowship at UC San Diego.
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Very kind
(3 days ago)
Oct-2026
DR. Nayer is the best!!!
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Azul Vision with Dr Nayer provided excellent care. The staff were both friendly and professional. Easy to get to location. I would highly recommend Dr Nayer and Azul Vision to my family and friends.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Nayer did an outstanding job in diagnosing and treating my glaucoma.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
I am a (Ret.) Deputy Fire Chief and my colleague lost his eye many years from an accident. That incident really hit me for always taking care of your eyes. Dr. Nayer can provide the best and professional support!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Thank you
(1 month ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Nayer was very professional and explained everything to me.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
He is the best!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Was very pleased to meet with him and he was very thorough.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Very thankful for his service
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Encinitas
700 Garden View Court Unit 100 Encinitas, CA 92024
Oceanside
3621 Vista Way Oceanside, CA 92056
Dr. Zacharia Nayer, M.D.,is a Columbia and UCSD trained cataract and glaucoma surgeon serving the San Diego area. Dr. Nayer's treatment philosophy is to treat every patient as if they were a family member, emphasizing shared decision making and empowering patients with knowledge about their medical conditions and treatment options.
He completed his undergraduate degree in three years at the University of Virginia as an Echols Scholar. He went to medical school at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in Washington D.C. and was elected to the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha and Gold Humanism Honor Societies. He did his ophthalmology residency at Columbia University, Harkness Eye Institute and his glaucoma fellowship at UC San Diego Shiley Eye Institute.
Outside of work, Dr. Nayer enjoys playing tennis, basketball, and watching the NBA. He is a loyal Washington Wizards fan.
Very kind
DR. Nayer is the best!!!
Azul Vision with Dr Nayer provided excellent care. The staff were both friendly and professional. Easy to get to location. I would highly recommend Dr Nayer and Azul Vision to my family and friends.
Dr. Nayer did an outstanding job in diagnosing and treating my glaucoma.
I am a (Ret.) Deputy Fire Chief and my colleague lost his eye many years from an accident. That incident really hit me for always taking care of your eyes. Dr. Nayer can provide the best and professional support!
Thank you
Dr. Nayer was very professional and explained everything to me.
He is the best!
Was very pleased to meet with him and he was very thorough.
Very thankful for his service