Dr. Nicole Lowrey

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
O Fallon, IL

Areas of Expertise

LASIK Vision Correction
Cataract Evaluation and Surgery
Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE)
Myopia (Nearsightedness) Correction
Astigmatism Management

About Me

Nicole Lowrey, MD, PhD, is a comprehensive ophthalmologist who enjoys helping patients understand their options and feel confident about their care. A Texas native, she graduated with honors in biochemistry from The University of Texas at Austin and completed combined MD–PhD training at UT Southwestern Medical Center, where her NIH-supported research explored the human innate immune system. She went on to Washington University in St. Louis for her internship and ophthalmology residency, earning multiple departmental awards for clinical excellence and research.

At Ideal Eye Surgery, Dr. Lowrey provides thoughtful, step-by-step guidance to match each patient’s goals with the right vision-correction approach. Whether discussing modern cataract solutions or laser vision correction, she takes time to explain benefits, risks, and recovery in clear language. Outside clinic, she enjoys St. Louis parks and arts, baking for family and friends, and exploring local vintage shops.

Training

  • Washington University in St. Louis

    Ophthalmology

    Washington University in St. Louis

    Residency
  • UT Southwestern Medical Center

    Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    UT Southwestern Medical Center

    Medical School
  • UT Southwestern Medical Center

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

    UT Southwestern Medical Center

    Masters / PhD
  • The University of Texas at Austin

    Biochemistry

    The University of Texas at Austin

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Mat Guirgis Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Award

    Washington University Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

  • Rosenbaum Resident Research Award

    Washington University Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
IL, MO
License Numbers
036166546, 2019018196

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