Summary

Dr. Nicholas Engelbrecht is an ophthalmologist who specializes in retinal conditions and has dedicated three decades to treating complex eye disorders. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. His extensive experience in ophthalmology spans 30 years of clinical practice. Dr. Engelbrecht is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Engelbrecht maintains his primary affiliation with Saint Louis Children's Hospital and practices across multiple locations throughout Missouri and Illinois, including Mount Vernon, Chesterfield, Effingham, Farmington, and Saint Louis. He focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can significantly impact vision if left untreated. His expertise includes advanced procedures such as retinal imaging and anti-VEGF treatment, which help preserve and restore sight for patients with serious retinal diseases. Patients consistently rate Dr. Engelbrecht highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 30 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 12 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Nicholas Earl Engelbrecht has 12 locations

The Retina Institute Mount Vernon

1009 S 42nd St Ste 3Mount Vernon, IL 62864
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Retina Institute West

226 S Woods Mill Rd Ste 50WChesterfield, MO 63017
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Retina Institute Effingham

903 Medical Park DrEffingham, IL 62401
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Retina Institute Farmington

140 Westmount DrFarmington, MO 63640
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Retina Institute Quincy

1125 Hampshire StQuincy, IL 62301
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Retina Institute Glen Carbon

5 Country Club Executive ParkGlen Carbon, IL 62034
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Retina Institute Saint Peters

5770 Mexico Rd Ste DSaint Peters, MO 63376
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Retina Institute South

12106 Tesson Ferry RdSaint Louis, MO 63128
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Louis Childrens Hospital

1 Childrens PlSaint Louis, MO 63110

The Retina Institute Ofallon

705 Insight AveO'Fallon, IL 62269
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Retina Institute Brentwood

1600 S BRENTWOOD BLVD STE 700SAINT LOUIS, MO 63144
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Retina Institute

17 THE BLVD FL 2St. LOUIS, MO 63117
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Nicholas Earl Engelbrecht, MDDr. Omar Rizwan Ahmad, MDDr. Jeffrey MaherDr. Michael George Gabel, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.3 
4.6 
30 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English
Mount Vernon , ILMarion , ILCentralia , ILSaint Louis , MO
Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nicholas Earl Engelbrecht

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nicholas Earl Engelbrecht has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nicholas Earl Engelbrecht has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Kansas School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Nicholas Engelbrecht speak?
Dr. Nicholas Engelbrecht speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Nicholas Engelbrecht affiliated with?
Dr. Nicholas Engelbrecht is affiliated with Saint Louis Childrens Hospital.
Does Dr. Nicholas Engelbrecht accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Nicholas Engelbrecht accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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