Amy Bailey, MD, FAAFP

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About

Dr. Bailey has been an integral part of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) since 2013, where she has made significant contributions as a board-certified family medicine physician within Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG). In addition to her clinical responsibilities, she actively serves on the Compensation Committee.

Dr. Bailey completed her undergraduate studies at Georgia Tech, majoring in applied biology with a focus on genetics. She later earned her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in 2007. During her Family Medicine residency in Spartanburg, South Carolina, she demonstrated a passion for teaching, which was recognized when she received the Teacher of the Year award twice.

Before joining NGPG, Dr. Bailey gained valuable experience practicing rural primary care and urgent care. Her dedication and enthusiasm for patient care earned her recognition as a finalist for Gwinnett Physician of the Year in 2017. In her professional affiliations, she has served as a delegate for her district in the Georgia Academy of Family Physicians and remains an active member of the state chapter.

Driven by a commitment to serving the underserved, Dr. Bailey frequently engages in research projects aligned with her passion. These projects encompass a wide range of topics, including deprescribing medications in the elderly, increasing PrEP prescribing rates in her community, and advocating for women and children. Dr. Bailey’s research contributions and public speaking engagements have been recognized and published in prestigious sources, including the Family Physicians Inquiries Network, the American Academy of Family Medicine Family Medicine Experience (AAFP FMX), and the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine.

In July 2021, Dr. Bailey assumed the role of clerkship director for AU/UGA Medical Partnership, where she oversees the medical education of students at the Athens campus. She received the “Best of the Best” award from Medical College of Georgia in 2021. Her residents awarded her with “Best Patient Advocate” Award in 2021, and “Best Bedside Manner” Award in 2022. Her wealth of experience and profound dedication to teaching make her an ideal mentor for students and residents pursuing Family Medicine. Her medical interests encompass evidence-based medicine, healthcare policy, and innovative approaches to primary care.

Dr. Bailey’s unwavering commitment to excellence in graduate medical education and her passion for shaping the next generation of Family Medicine physicians remain steadfast, making her an exceptional and inspiring healthcare professional.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Dr. Bailey cherishes quality time with her husband and their daughter. Together, they share an appreciation for art and music, often immersing themselves in museum visits and concerts. Additionally, they enjoy exploring the outdoors and embarking on travel adventures.