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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Personable and professional
(2 days ago)
Apr-2026
Excellence
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Excellent communication
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
He’s Great and so good about explaining Everything
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Dr Nayer treats his patients with kindness and respect, and is very thorough in caring for them. He explains things very thoroughly. He and Dr Haak have helped maintain my eyesight in spite of me having AMD. The Omni surgery was easy and tolerable and has helped. I’m very thankful to have Dr Nayer.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
See previous comments. He’s terrific
(2 months ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Nayer is very knowledgeable about my needs and we are able to make decisions about my care together.
(2 months ago)
Feb-2026
Very happy with him and very courteous.
(2 months ago)
Feb-2026
Very kind and professional. Explain everything in detail. Very happy with the results.
(2 months ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Nayer is a wonderful doctor, so caring and listens to your concerns.
I highly recommend him!
(3 months ago)
Jan-2026
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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.
Personable and professional
Excellence
Excellent communication
He’s Great and so good about explaining Everything
Dr Nayer treats his patients with kindness and respect, and is very thorough in caring for them. He explains things very thoroughly. He and Dr Haak have helped maintain my eyesight in spite of me having AMD. The Omni surgery was easy and tolerable and has helped. I’m very thankful to have Dr Nayer.
See previous comments. He’s terrific
Dr. Nayer is very knowledgeable about my needs and we are able to make decisions about my care together.
Very happy with him and very courteous.
Very kind and professional. Explain everything in detail. Very happy with the results.
Dr. Nayer is a wonderful doctor, so caring and listens to your concerns. I highly recommend him!