Dr. Nicholas Earl Engelbrecht, MD

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.