Name: Dr. Michael Engelbert

Specialty: Ophthalmology (Subspecialty: Retinal Disease)

Qualification/Board Certification: Not explicitly listed in the source; Medical degree from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich Faculty of Medicine.

Affiliation(s): Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants Of New York

Locations (City/State): New York, NY

Languages Spoken: Not specified in the source.

Accepting New Patients: Not explicitly stated (but practice overview notes he accepts Aetna, Cigna, and he is actively practicing).

NPI Number (if available):1699945543

About the Doctor

Dr. Michael Engelbert is a highly regarded ophthalmologist in New York, New York, with over 20 years of experience. He received his medical degree from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship in Surgical Retina and Vitreous at New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus). Dr. Engelbert specializes in complex eye conditions, including cataract surgery, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and retinal diseases. He is currently affiliated with multiple top-tier hospitals, including New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai and Lenox Hill Hospital at Northwell Health. Patients consistently rate him as Excellent (4.9 out of 5), praising his extensive knowledge, thorough approach, clear explanations, and empathetic bedside manner. He is noted for making time for patients and listening attentively.

Key highlights:
Over 20 years of experience.
Patients Top Choice award.
Highly recommended for cataract surgery and retinal disease management.
Accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare.

 Education & Training

 Medical School: Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich Faculty of Medicine

Residency: Ophthalmology, New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) (2005-2008); hief Residency, Ophthalmology (2007-2008)

Internship: Internal Medicine, Griffin Hospital (2004-2005)

Fellowship/Additional Training: Surgical Retina and Vitreous, New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) (2008-2010)

Medical Conditions Treated

Dr. Engelbert treats a wide range of eye conditions related to the retina, lens, and optic nerve. His areas of expertise include the following, with treatment volumes for glaucoma and cataract surgery rated as High or Very High compared to the state average.

Common conditions include:
Glaucoma
Cataracts
Macular degeneration
Visual impairment and blindness
Diabetic retinopathy (inferred from retinal subspecialty)

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Engelbert performs both surgical and non-surgical ophthalmic procedures, with a focus on retinal and lens-based interventions.

Key procedures include:
Cataract surgery (removing a cloudy lens and replacing it with an artificial lens)
Laser retina surgery
Refractive surgery
Lens replacement operations
Detached retina repair
Comprehensive eye exams for diagnosis and management

Services Offered

Dr. Engelberts practice, Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York, provides specialized diagnostic, medical, and surgical eye care. The focus is on managing complex retinal and vitreous conditions, as well as comprehensive cataract and glaucoma care. Patients can expect a thorough, patient-centered approach with clear explanations and time taken to address concerns. While online consultation details are not specified, the practice offers in-person consultations, preventive screenings, and chronic disease management for conditions like macular degeneration.

Detailed services:

Diagnostic ophthalmic imaging and examinations
Surgical management of cataracts and retinal detachment
Medical management of glaucoma and macular degeneration
Preventive vision screenings
Chronic disease management for retinal conditions
Post-surgical follow-up care
Comprehensive consultations (noted for being thorough, sometimes leading to longer wait times)

Accepted Insurances

Dr. Michael Engelbert accepts Medicaid and a variety of major private insurance plans. Please contact the office to verify your specific plan coverage.

Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)Cigna (PPO)
Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
MetroPlus Health Plan (Medicaid, Medicare)
NY State Medicaid (Medicaid)
United Healthcare (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 950 3rd Ave, Number 3, New York, NY, 10022

Phone: (212) 861-9797

Location 2: (No second location provided in the source)

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Engelbert is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the New York City area, including several nationally recognized institutions.

New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai (New York, NY)
Lenox Hill Hospital at Northwell Health (New York, NY) – Ranked 5 in New York
NYC Health and Hospitals-Bellevue (New York, NY)
NYU Langone Hospitals (New York, NY) – Best Hospitals Honor Roll, Number 1 in New York