Holy Name Press Releases

Holy Name Welcomes Omar Bellorin, MD as Director of GI Metabolic, Bariatric and Robotic Surgery

August 9, 2023

Omar Bellorin, MD, FACS, FASMBS, has joined Holy Name as the Director of GI Metabolic, Bariatric and Robotic Surgery. Dr. Bellorin, certified by the American Board of Surgery, is a leading bariatric and robotic surgeon who has completed over 1200 robotic surgeries including bariatric and general surgery.

"Dr. Bellorin is a talented surgeon and phenomenal educator. He is going to play an integral role in our new Graduate Medical Education program," said Michael Maron, President and CEO, Holy Name. "His mentorship and experiences will be invaluable to tomorrow's doctors and our future colleagues - while also providing our patients with the best possible care."

A dedicated surgeon born in Venezuela, Dr. Bellorin completed his first residency at the University Hospital of Caracas/Central University of Venezuela, his research fellowship at Cleveland Clinic Florida, followed by his second residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens. He completed his fellowship in advanced GI and minimally invasive surgery, including bariatric surgery, robotics, abdominal wall hernias, reflux disease, gallbladder, colon and gastric cancer, at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Bellorin has been recognized with several prestigious awards and recognitions for his scholarship in surgery, patient experience, and teaching.

"It's an incredible opportunity for me to join such a unique and outstanding healthcare system as Holy Name, leading the bariatric and robotic surgery disciplines," said Dr. Bellorin. "I'm dedicated to providing patient focused care and - through their new GME program - inspiring future physicians to deliver clinical excellence and compassionate care."