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Dr. Bailey offers comprehensive weight management care and bariatric and general surgery to patients in northeast Florida and Georgia. Dr. Bailey and his team understand how challenging it can be to begin your wellness and weight loss journey. We will work together to create a personalized plan that’s right for you.

About Me

I am a board-certified general surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery and providing minimally invasive solutions to general surgical problems. Energized by the challenge of utilizing laparoscopic and robotic skills to address a variety of general surgery issues, I enjoy helping my patients live healthier lives. I am also motivated by following my bariatric patients through their weight loss journey as they improve their health and quality of life.

About Me

I am a board-certified general surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery and providing minimally invasive solutions to general surgical problems. Energized by the challenge of utilizing laparoscopic and robotic skills to address a variety of general surgery issues, I enjoy helping my patients live healthier lives. I am also motivated by following my bariatric patients through their weight loss journey as they improve their health and quality of life.

Affiliated with:

  • Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside

  • Ascension St. Vincent's St. Johns County

  • Baptist Beaches Medical Center

  • Jacksonville Surgery Center

Specialties:

  • Bariatric Surgery

  • General Surgery

  • Laparoscopic/Minimally Invasive Surgery

  • Robotic Surgery

Why Choose Dr. Bailey?

  • Board Certification

    Dr. Bailey is a board-certified general surgeon, providing a wide range of services and expertise.

  • Specialization in Bariatric Surgery

    He specializes in bariatric surgery, offering expertise in weight-loss surgical procedures and performs surgeries at an ASMBS certified bariatric center of excellence.

  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques

    He provides cutting-edge minimally invasive solutions to a variety of general surgical problems, including laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

  • Diverse Medical Training

    His medical degree is from Albert Einstein Medical College. He completed residency at Hahnemann University Hospital/Drexel University and St. Luke's University Health Network and a fellowship in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery at Hackensack University Hospital.

  • Patient-Centric Approach

    He follows his bariatric patients through their weight loss journey, providing support as they enhance their health and quality of life.

  • Insurance Flexibility

    Most major insurances are accepted, accommodating a broad range of patients. Self-pay and installment plan options are also available. Visit our Patient Resources for more information.

What Patients Say

Patient Resources

Personalized Bariatric Care Plans: Tailoring Surgery to Individual Needs

Personalized Bariatric Care Plans: Tailoring Surgery to Individual Needs

Personalized bariatric care plans are customized treatment strategies for weight-loss surgery, tailored to the unique medical, psychological, and lifestyle needs of each patient. ...more

Bariatrics ,Diet &Surgery

May 24, 20245 min read

The Intersection of Bariatrics and Mental Health

The Intersection of Bariatrics and Mental Health

Obesity is a significant global health issue that not only predisposes individuals to various physical conditions like heart disease and diabetes but also impacts mental health, leading to depression,... ...more

Bariatrics ,Surgery

May 10, 20247 min read

A Look at the Latest Weight Loss Medications: GLP-1 Agonists

A Look at the Latest Weight Loss Medications: GLP-1 Agonists

The article shares the latest weight loss medications, highlighting key considerations and the advantages and disadvantages to common medications used for weight loss. ...more

Bariatrics ,Diet &Surgery

April 04, 20244 min read

The Impact of Diet Trends on Bariatric Surgery Outcomes

The Impact of Diet Trends on Bariatric Surgery Outcomes

The article delves into the evolving health and wellness landscape of 2024, highlighting the significant traction gained by diet trends such as the ketogenic (keto) diet and intermittent fasting among... ...more

Bariatrics ,Diet &Surgery

March 21, 20245 min read

Telehealth and Bariatric Surgery: A 2024 Perspective

Telehealth and Bariatric Surgery: A 2024 Perspective

Discover how telehealth is revolutionizing bariatric surgery care in 2024! This article explores the transformative impact of telehealth on pre-surgery consultations, post-operative follow-ups, and on... ...more

Bariatrics

March 14, 20243 min read

Latest Insurance Changes for Bariatric Surgery in 2024

Latest Insurance Changes for Bariatric Surgery in 2024

This article provides an in-depth overview of the evolving healthcare landscape, particularly focusing on insurance coverage for bariatric surgery. ...more

Bariatrics ,Surgery

February 29, 20247 min read

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Patient Resources

Personalized Bariatric Care Plans: Tailoring Surgery to Individual Needs

Personalized Bariatric Care Plans: Tailoring Surgery to Individual Needs

Personalized bariatric care plans are customized treatment strategies for weight-loss surgery, tailored to the unique medical, psychological, and lifestyle needs of each patient. ...more

Bariatrics ,Diet &Surgery

May 24, 20245 min read

The Intersection of Bariatrics and Mental Health

The Intersection of Bariatrics and Mental Health

Obesity is a significant global health issue that not only predisposes individuals to various physical conditions like heart disease and diabetes but also impacts mental health, leading to depression,... ...more

Bariatrics ,Surgery

May 10, 20247 min read

A Look at the Latest Weight Loss Medications: GLP-1 Agonists

A Look at the Latest Weight Loss Medications: GLP-1 Agonists

The article shares the latest weight loss medications, highlighting key considerations and the advantages and disadvantages to common medications used for weight loss. ...more

Bariatrics ,Diet &Surgery

April 04, 20244 min read

The Impact of Diet Trends on Bariatric Surgery Outcomes

The Impact of Diet Trends on Bariatric Surgery Outcomes

The article delves into the evolving health and wellness landscape of 2024, highlighting the significant traction gained by diet trends such as the ketogenic (keto) diet and intermittent fasting among... ...more

Bariatrics ,Diet &Surgery

March 21, 20245 min read

Telehealth and Bariatric Surgery: A 2024 Perspective

Telehealth and Bariatric Surgery: A 2024 Perspective

Discover how telehealth is revolutionizing bariatric surgery care in 2024! This article explores the transformative impact of telehealth on pre-surgery consultations, post-operative follow-ups, and on... ...more

Bariatrics

March 14, 20243 min read

Latest Insurance Changes for Bariatric Surgery in 2024

Latest Insurance Changes for Bariatric Surgery in 2024

This article provides an in-depth overview of the evolving healthcare landscape, particularly focusing on insurance coverage for bariatric surgery. ...more

Bariatrics ,Surgery

February 29, 20247 min read

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Tuesday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Thursday: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

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