About
Jason Bailey, MD brings 27 years of medical experience to Wellspring MD, the Atlanta practice he co-founded with his wife Ranya Bailey. He earned his MD and completed his family medicine residency at Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine. Before that, he studied biophysics and philosophy at St. Francis Xavier University, a combination that shaped his root-cause approach to medicine.
Dr. Bailey holds board certification in family medicine in both Canada and the United States and earned his Fellowship from The College of Family Physicians of Canada. During his Canadian career, he served as medical director of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at St. Joseph's Health Centre and taught residents and interns as an adjunct clinical professor at McMaster University's School of Medicine. He received awards for clinical excellence and patient safety through the Canadian Society of Hospital Medicine. His palliative care work included regular home visits, allowing patients to receive care on their own terms. He later completed the Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice certification through the Institute for Functional Medicine and now pursues a Certificate in Personalized Medicine at USF Morsani College of Medicine under Dr. Pamela Smith. Dr. Bailey is passionate about helping patients improve their healthspan, not just their lifespan, through proactive investigation into metabolic health, hormonal balance, cardiovascular risk, and cognitive function. Outside of medicine, he enjoys sailing, skiing, reading, and spending time with Ranya, their five children, and their granddaughter.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
St. Francis Xavier University, BS Biophysics and BA Philosophy
Medical School
Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
Residency
Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine, Family Medicine Residency
Fellowship
Fellow, The College of Family Physicians of Canada
Additional Training
Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice Certification, Institute for Functional Medicine; Personalized Medicine Certification (In Progress), University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine; Foundations of Occupational Medicine for Physicians Certification, University of Alberta
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Bailey right for?
Dr. Bailey is a strong fit for adults and children ages 7 and older who want a physician focused on root causes rather than symptoms alone. Patients managing metabolic concerns, hormonal imbalances, or cardiovascular risk benefit from his proactive, investigative approach. Adults seeking a comprehensive longevity strategy, including cognitive and hormonal health, will find his clinical depth well-matched to their goals. Older adults and those with complex or chronic conditions also benefit from his geriatric and palliative care background.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Bailey treats a broad range of conditions across family medicine, including metabolic disorders, hormonal imbalances, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive concerns. He also manages chronic conditions common in older adults and provides geriatric and palliative care. His functional medicine training allows him to investigate root causes behind fatigue, weight changes, and other systemic issues.
Dr. Bailey focuses on family medicine, functional medicine, longevity medicine, geriatric care, and preventive medicine. He also holds a certification in occupational medicine. His clinical interests include metabolic health, hormonal balance, cardiovascular risk reduction, and cognitive function.
Yes. Dr. Bailey holds board certification in family medicine through both the American Board of Family Medicine and The College of Family Physicians of Canada. He also earned a Fellowship from The College of Family Physicians of Canada.
Dr. Bailey earned his MD and completed his family medicine residency at Dalhousie University Faculty of Medicine in Canada. Before medical school, he studied biophysics and philosophy at St. Francis Xavier University. He later completed functional medicine training through the Institute for Functional Medicine.
Yes. Dr. Bailey has extensive experience in both geriatric and palliative care. His palliative care work included regular home visits, allowing patients to receive care in their own environment. This background informs how he approaches older adults and patients with complex or serious conditions.
Dr. Bailey focuses on improving healthspan, not just lifespan. He uses advanced diagnostics to investigate metabolic health, hormonal balance, cardiovascular risk, and cognitive function. His goal is to help patients take proactive steps well before problems become serious.
Yes. Dr. Bailey offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy as part of his functional and longevity medicine services. He evaluates hormonal balance through functional lab testing and tailors treatment to each patient's individual needs.
Dr. Bailey uses a wide range of advanced diagnostics, including cardiovascular testing, body composition testing, VO2 max testing, resting metabolic rate testing, continuous glucose monitoring, genetic testing, and neurological and cognitive testing. These tools help him build a thorough picture of each patient's health.
Dr. Bailey sees patients ages 7 and older. His background spans pediatric, adult, geriatric, and palliative care, giving him clinical experience across a wide range of life stages.
Yes. The Canadian Society of Hospital Medicine recognized Dr. Bailey for clinical excellence and patient safety during his career in Canada. He also served as medical director of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at St. Joseph's Health Centre and taught as an adjunct clinical professor at McMaster University's School of Medicine.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026