Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP

Internal Medicine
1380 Lusitana Street Suite 901
Honolulu, HI 96813 Get Directions
1.866.696.3847
Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP
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Annual Membership Fee

450.00 every 3 months
900.00 every 6 months
1,800.00 each year

My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...

The triple aim for all my patients is longevity balanced with high functionality and contentment. For some, safety may need to be added to the equation. While these goals may sound simple, none of them can be achieved without good health. What you need to do to stay healthy may depend on family history and the lifestyle choices you make. My job is to help you assess your individual risk of chronic diseases and help you to avoid them or identify them for early intervention. I will help you navigate through an increasingly complex healthcare system. I am your coach to help you maintain the physical capacity to work, play and travel for as long as you can. We will work through your unique health and life challenges and celebrate them together. I want you to be the best you for your friends, your family and yourself.

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.
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Dr. Bello's Credentials

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Fellowship:
Harbor - University of California Los Angeles Medical Center
Torrance, CA
Infectious Diseases 1985-1987

Residency:
University of Hawaii Integrated Medical Residency Program, Primary Care Track
Honolulu, HI
Internal Medicine 1982-1984

Internship:
University of Hawaii Integrated Medical Residency Program, Primary Care Track
Honolulu, HI
1981-1982

Medical School:
John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
Doctorate of Medicine 1981

Postgraduate:
John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
Master of Science, Clinical Research 2014
 

Undergraduate:
Occidental College
Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Arts, Religious Studies and Biochemistry 1977
Cum Laude with Honors in Biochemistry

Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine
Diplomate, American Board of Infectious Disease
The Queen's Medical Center-active staff
Pali Momi Medical Center
Castle Connolly Exceptional Women in Medicine, 2019-2024
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
John A. Burns School of Medicine
- 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
Fellow, American College of Physicians
Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine
Hawaii
Gardening, Scrapbooking, Book Club, Baking Blogs
 

Testimonials from patients of Dr. Bello

from Arthur Richard in HI March 1, 2024 for Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP

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

from Margaret in HI February 22, 2024 for Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP

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

from JoAnn in HI February 18, 2024 for Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP

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

from Celia in HI February 13, 2024 for Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP

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

from Richard in HI February 11, 2024 for Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP

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.

from Burke in HI February 11, 2024 for Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP

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

from Benedict in HI February 10, 2024 for Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP

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

from Robert in HI September 15, 2022 for Erlaine F. Bello, MD, MS, FACP

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.

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