About
Dr. J. Rand Baggesen founded Executive Health Group and serves as its Medical Director. He earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Rhode Island before attending the Medical College of Virginia. His residency in Family Medicine took place at Chesterfield Family Practice, a VCU/MCV/Chippenham affiliated program, where he was selected as Chief Resident.
Before pursuing medicine, Dr. Baggesen worked on Wall Street in investment banking. That background informs his philosophy of health asset management, the belief that patients should invest in their own health the way they invest in anything they value. He holds board certification from the American Academy of Family Physicians and earned certification in the Bale/Doneen Heart Attack and Stroke Prevention method. He has studied Functional Medicine and serves as an Associate Professor of Medicine at VCU/MCV. Dr. Baggesen is passionate about vascular disease, cognitive health, inflammation, and cancer prevention. He sits on the board of the Rick Sharp Alzheimer's Foundation and previously served as President and board member of Goochland Free Clinic and Family Services. He and his wife Nicole have four children. Outside the office, he is an avid fitness enthusiast and golfer.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Rhode Island
Medical School
Medical College of Virginia
Residency
Chesterfield Family Practice, VCU/MCV/Chippenham affiliated program (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Studied Functional Medicine; Certified in Bale/Doneen Heart Attack and Stroke Prevention method; Associate Professor of Medicine at VCU/MCV
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Baggesen right for?
Dr. Baggesen suits adults who want a proactive, data-driven approach to long-term health. Executives and professionals benefit from his focus on early detection of vascular disease, cognitive impairment, and cancer. Patients with a family history of heart disease or genetic risk factors find his Bale/Doneen certification and genomics expertise directly relevant. His prevention-first mindset works well for those who want to understand and reduce their health risks before symptoms appear.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Baggesen focuses on preventing and detecting vascular disease, heart attack, stroke, cancer, cognitive impairment, and inflammation. He takes a proactive approach, identifying risks through advanced diagnostics before they become clinical events. His clinical interests also include genetics and the biology of aging.
Yes, Dr. Baggesen holds board certification from the American Academy of Family Physicians. He also carries certification in the Bale/Doneen Heart Attack and Stroke Prevention method, a specialized credential focused on identifying and managing cardiovascular risk.
Dr. Baggesen pursued medicine as a second career after working on Wall Street in investment banking. He brings that financial perspective to patient care through his concept of health asset management, treating a patient's health as an asset worth actively protecting and growing.
Yes, Dr. Baggesen serves as an Associate Professor of Medicine at VCU/MCV in Richmond. This appointment keeps him connected to current medical research and training.
Dr. Baggesen incorporates Full Body MRI, Galleri Multi-Cancer Early Detection Testing, Coronary CT Scanning, Problem Focus Genomics, Vectra 360 Skin Scanning, and Advanced Comprehensive Cardiometabolic Laboratories into patient evaluations. He has a strong record as an early adopter of precision health technology.
Dr. Baggesen attended the Medical College of Virginia for his medical degree and completed his residency at Chesterfield Family Practice, a VCU/MCV/Chippenham affiliated program. He served as Chief Resident during that training. He has also studied Functional Medicine.
Dr. Baggesen believes that aging is largely preventable with the right strategies. He applies longevity-focused protocols to help patients extend both the length and quality of their lives. His clinical work on genetics, inflammation, and vascular health all connect to this broader goal.
Yes, Dr. Baggesen currently sits on the board of the Rick Sharp Alzheimer's Foundation. He previously served as a volunteer, President, and board member of Goochland Free Clinic and Family Services.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026