Dr. Gustavo Bello is a board-certified surgeon with over 15 years of experience, dedicated exclusively to the field of bariatric surgery and practicing in Orlando, Florida.
Dr. Gustavo Bello is a board-certified surgeon with over 15 years of experience, dedicated exclusively to the field of bariatric surgery and practicing in Orlando, Florida.
In the United States, the vast majority of health insurance plans generally cover bariatric surgery. However, there are some that do not. For example, health insurance plans obtained through the Marketplace—also known as “ObamaCare” or the Affordable Care Act (ACA)—in the state of Florida, by default exclude all bariatric surgery benefits.
Yes, we do. However, since we are one of the very few places in Florida that accept Medicaid, there may be a waiting list for patients with this type of insurance.
The most important requirement is having a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 35 or higher.
Absolutely. If you have already had bariatric surgery and are experiencing symptoms such as pain, oral intolerance, and/or frequent vomiting, among others—or if you did not reach a healthy weight and still have a BMI over 35—do not hesitate to consult with us.
Of course. The first appointment is very convenient, as it is done via telemedicine, allowing us to get to know each other better, understand your situation, and create a proper treatment plan.
Our offices for consultations, along with our entire staff, are located next to AdventHealth Celebration Hospital. The surgeries themselves are performed both at Celebration and at AdventHealth’s main hospital in downtown Orlando.
The easiest way is to fill out the form you see on this screen. Our team of experts will contact you as soon as possible to request more information about your insurance and handle the verification for you.