Brent Bellotte MD

Brent Bellotte, MD is a board-certified ophthalmologist and highly regarded cataract specialist, known for performing over 50,000 surgical procedures and consistently ranking among the top cataract surgeons in both Florida and the United States. His modern, patient-centered approach to cataract surgery combines cutting-edge technology with proven techniques—resulting in a safety rating over 99%, faster recovery, and highly customized lens options. His private, ophthalmology-only surgery center completes nearly 4,000 surgeries a year.
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Dr. Bellotte is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2015–Present) and recipient of the Patient’s Choice Award, with frequent recognition by major outlets including Forbes, Newsweek, and Top Doctors USA (2020–2025). As a thought leader in ophthalmology, he serves as a speaker for leading medical companies including Glaukos, Sun Ophthalmics, and Optos.

His early academic achievements include graduating in the top 1% of his class, earning AOA honors, serving as chief resident of his ophthalmology residency, being awarded the Spurlock Fellowship for his work in retroviral DNA sequencing, and receiving the Award of Excellence from the West Virginia University School of Medicine.

He holds active memberships with the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, Florida Society of Ophthalmology, and Palm Beach Ophthalmology Society.
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Outside the clinic, Dr. Bellotte is passionate about healthcare IT, medical education, and aviation—he is a certified FAA private pilot and regularly speaks at ophthalmology conferences nationwide.