Dr. Scott Westhouse, DO

Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery*MaleAge 46

Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery*

Dr. Scott Westhouse, DO is a vitreoretinal disease specialist in Grand Rapids, MI and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Scott Westhouse, DO

Practice

5030 Cascade Rd SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Accepting new patients

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Westhouse specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
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Dr. Westhouse's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Westhouse

4.8
49 ratings, 36 with a written review
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I was treated well and with great courtesy by staff at all levels. You should take pride in the way your staff handles patients.Thank you for the experience at your office.
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Mar 21, 2025
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Rare Condition caught!
I was referred to Dr. Westhouse by my eye doctor with a prior diagnosis of retinitis pigmentosa. After many tests and his expert intuition he found my actual condition. That was 13 years ago, and he continues to provide excellent care with detailed yearly eye exams. I cannot thank him enough. I know I'm in excellent care and you will too. He is intelligent, concise, and most importantly, kind. Thank you.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Shawna – Feb 19, 2025
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Dr. Westhouse is incredibly knowledgeable about his specialty and offers explanations in understandable terms. He is good at identifying what causes him concern, what does not, and the reason for this. His staff is friendly, caring, efficient and personable
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 14, 2024
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GREAT OFFICE!
Great office, wonderful and warm experience from start to finish. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Felt so comfortable and loved how they explained every step of the process. Dr. Westhouse was very thorough, and you can tell he really cares about all of his patients. Would definitely recommend.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 02, 2024
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Improved Quality of Life Thanks to Dr. Westhouse
I am so grateful that I was referred to Retina Specialists of Michigan. I have nothing but positive things to say about all of the doctors that I have seen, and I am especially grateful to Dr. Westhouse for giving me back some longevity and improved quality of sight. I highly recommend this team!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Travis – Mar 22, 2024
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Completely satisfied
Excellent
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 20, 2023
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Knowledgeable and Compassionate
During my initial visit, Dr Westhouse was able to diagnose the rare eye disease affecting my eyesight. He is both friendly and professional. I am able to discuss my ongoing concerns about the advancing disease. I trust him completely with the care of my eyes.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Micki Pitkin – Dec 20, 2023
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Can't say enough about Dr. Westhouse and team!
Dr. Westhouse is superb. He is compassionate, caring, knowledgeable, and patient. The entire staff is friendly and helpful. We highly recommend Dr. Westhouse and Retina Specialists!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Susan Im – Dec 19, 2023
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Very good, always been very satisfied.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dawn L. – Oct 25, 2023
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Dr Westhaus is an amazing asset to our area in Mic
Dr Westhaus is so kind and caring and the best specialist in our whole area of Michigan NW Indiana and beyond. The diabetic retinopathy laser surgery he performed on me was phenomenal. My other regular medical eye doctors some of whom are retinal specialists as well always comment on what an amazing and beautiful job he did. He saved my vision. I’m forever thankful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tamara Gallo – Jul 27, 2023
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Highly recommend!
The staff from the front desk to checkout were wonderful! The Dr was very thorough and forthcoming with all the information I needed to decide about my Retina care!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 02, 2023
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Dr. Westhouse is knowledgeable and professional.
I couldn’t ask for better care for my eye. Holly, Dr. Westhouse, Kathy, and Jess took great care of me. They are always friendly, professional, and knowledgeable and truly care about my treatment and progress.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 15, 2023
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Retinal tear
I was a brand new walk-in patient over 60 . I knew there was something wrong with my eye with all the floaters I was seeing. Called at 8 saw me at 1. The staff was excellent they prescreened me took pictures , Dr. WestHouse looked at the pictures immediately knew what was wrong. He explained exactly what was going on with my my eyeball. I had about four retinal tears said we need to operate on you today, in the operating room in about 20 minutes bing bang boom lasered shut the tears , painless done in 5 minutes. Home by 3:30 , see you in a week for checkup.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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BH – Feb 11, 2023
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Miracle
Before I started coming there I couldn't read the giant e on the eye chart cause I have hemorrhages in my eyes
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oneida honshell – Jul 13, 2022
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Exceptional
I am continually satisfied with the quality and continuity of care along with the professional demeanor of the entire staff. Dr. Westhouse has the experience and technique to perform an intravitreal injection at the highest level. I feel minimal to no discomfort during or after the procedure. This has lessened my anxiety prior to my visit and contributes to my compliance in receiving these necessary injections for my eye health and vision. Thank you, again Dr Westhouse
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 03, 2022
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These folks do it right....
I went to my first visit with high expectations, given some prior knowledge of their staff and reputation. Expectations met, and well exceeded. Punctual, professional, thorough, friendly, caring, and reassuring. It just doesn't get any better. Thanks so much - ! Joe
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 01, 2022
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Macular degeneration treatment
My father has been getting Painless injections from Doctor Westhouse What a blessing it is! He explains everything to us in detail! We use to go to another retina specialist where they did not take the steps that Dr Westhouse does and it was very painful for my father and my self being the one to be with him during the procedure! It was a long ride home! But now it is completely different! after our Every 6 week office visit with Dr. Westhouse we will stop for a bite to eat and are able to carry on everyday activities. My self and my father highly recommend Dr.Westhouse And his great staff they work well together and make the experience a great one! Thank you again
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mel and Greg Camp – Jan 29, 2022
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Dr. Westhouse and his team provided the easiest most comfortable medical procedure I’ve ever had. I had a vitreoectomy with a scleral buckle, and in addition to likely saving my vision in the left eye, I’ve been pain-free both during surgery and post-op. I couldn’t imagine a smoother experience. Thank you, Dr. Westhouse and team! (Don’t worry - I’m writing this head-down in my massage chair from CareLink in Holland!)
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jay Brand – Jan 20, 2022
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Excellent doctor. He has protected my vision for over 9 years and I trust him completely.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Patricia Julien – Aug 28, 2021
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Great doctor who explains clearly and answers questions clearly. Highly recommend him and hope to see him again in a year.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Phyllis Robinson – Jul 17, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Scott Westhouse, DO is a vitreoretinal disease specialist in Grand Rapids, MI and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery

  • Ophthalmology

  • Ophthalmic Vitreous Surgery

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  • University Of Kentucky College Of Med

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010
  • Oklahoma State University Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2008
  • Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Retina Specialists of Michigan PC5030 Cascade Rd SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office1362 S Point Pl Ste 120 Holland, MI 49423
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Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital100 Michigan St NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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Practice

Shoreline Optical LLC1266 E Sherman Blvd Muskegon, MI 49444
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

    100 Michigan St NE
    Grand Rapids, MI 49503
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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