Dr. Erlaine Bello is superb in every way. She is incredibly intelligent, remembers everything, and knows her patients. She is one of the hardest working people I know. And she is always thinking. It’s not unusual to get a “cold call” from her about a problem we had - and she’s still thinking and reading to solve it. Here’s what makes her particularly exceptional: I was hospitalized last… See more
Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP
Honolulu, HI 96813 Get Directions
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My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
I have a sub-specialty in Infectious Diseases and my primary care patients benefit from integrated infectious disease care. I also provide travel health counseling and immunizations. I will care for you and be your attending physician if you ever require admission to the Queen's Medical Center.
Dr. Bello's Credentials
Harbor - University of California Los Angeles Medical Center
Torrance, CA
Infectious Diseases 1985-1987
University of Hawaii Integrated Medical Residency Program, Primary Care Track
Honolulu, HI
Internal Medicine 1982-1984
University of Hawaii Integrated Medical Residency Program, Primary Care Track
Honolulu, HI
1981-1982
John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
Doctorate of Medicine 1981
John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
Master of Science, Clinical Research 2014
Occidental College
Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Arts, Religious Studies and Biochemistry 1977
Cum Laude with Honors in Biochemistry
Diplomate, American Board of Infectious Disease
Pali Momi Medical Center
Top Doctor, Castle Connolly 2015-2024
Hawaii's Top Docs recommendation for Infectious Diseases, Honolulu Magazine 1998-present
Outstanding Community-based Physician Award, The Queen's Medical Center Kekau Po'okela 2015
Hawaii Residency Program Award, Integrity in Graduate Medical Education 2009
Peter C. Char Excellence in Education Program Directors Award 2007
Excellence in Teaching Award, The Queen's Medical Center, University of Hawaii Internal Medicine Residents 1988-1989
Excellence in Teaching Award, John A. Burns School of Medicine 1986
- Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine, University of Hawaii 1998-present
- Associate Professor, Department of Medicine 2004-present
- Associate Program Director, University of Hawaii Integrated Medical Residency Program 2014-present
- Program Director, University of Hawaii Integrated Medical Residency Program 2004-2014
The Queen's Medical Center
- Infection Control Committee 1996-present
- Chair, Infection Control Committee 1998-present
- Medication, Prevention, and Nutrition Committee 1999-present
- Quality Care Committee 2002-present
American College of Physicians Hawaii Chapter Women's Physician of the Year 2021
Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine
Testimonials from patients of Dr. Bello
I had some strange neurological symptoms about a year ago. After several tests, Dr. Erlaine Bello arranged a consultation for me at the Mayo Clinic. She spent a lot of time on the referral process but then continued to follow up after the referral. The MDVIP liaison to Mayo was excellent as well and answered a lot of questions I had about going to Mayo. Dr. Bello is still following my care… See more
I first met Dr. Erlaine Bello in 1999 when I suffered from an antibiotic-resistant strain of pneumonia. For six months, she took excellent care of me and saw me through this terrible ordeal. She has been my PCP ever since because she is an outstanding physician - very professional, knowledgeable, caring and thorough.
I trust Dr. Bello because I know she cares about my health and well… See more
I've known Dr. Erlaine Bello while employed at The Queen's Medical Center for 13 years. Everyone told me that she was mean so to watch out. While at Queen's I supervised the Telecommunications department and had to deal with a lot of the physicians and professional staff. These individuals do have a right to be upset when pages by the operators were not done correctly,… See more
Ever since I've been on this program MDVIP MY health has been healthier Thanks to Doctor Erlaine Bello.
Rate her 5
Dr. Erlaine Bello is my primary care physician. Due to her thorough expert examination, she discovered that I had a nodule on my prostate. The Urologist that Dr Bello referred me to be examined felt the nodule on my prostate. The Urologist ordered an MRI which showed that the prostate nodule was cancerous. Later, the Urologist performed a biopsy that revealed that the cancer had a Gleason 9… See more
Dr. Ehrlain Bello was my mother's PCP and when my mother passed, I asked Dr. Bello to take me as a patients since my own PCP was near
retirement.
She has been the most thorough MD I have had. I feel comfortable in her office and will follow her advice for my medical care
Richard Fujie DVM, PhD
Doctor Erlaine Bello is the consummate physician. Extremely knowledgeable, ethical, compassionate, communicative…..the accolades are numerous and well deserved. As I enter my 70’s, I realize how fortunate I am to have Dr. Bello guide me with a healthier lifestyle.
I welcome this opportunity to relay my sincere “Mahalo Nui Loa” to a person that truly made a difference in my life……… See more
Dr. Bello has been my primary care physician for over 20 years now and has provided me with excellent care as well as giving me good advice. I trust her and am happy to count her as my doctor. She pays attention to details and doesn't hesitate to provide advice and further professiional checkups with other doctors.
I really hope to have her as my doctor for many more years.
Dr. Bello has been my primary care doctor for over 20 years and has treated both me and my late wife. She always listens to my problems and acts with compassion in a timely manner. She monitors all of my problems and is quick to recommend other doctors for any problems I have. I sincerely hope that she will be here for me for many more years.