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Total Ankle Replacement

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Erroll J Bailey, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon of the Foot, Ankle and Sports Medicine

Additional References

  • International and Local Lecturer
  • Featured speaker on CNN, ABC, CBS WSB Health Hotline; Quoted in print media articles including Ladies Home Journal, Atlanta Journal Constitution and the International Foot & Ankle Journal. Devotes personal time to speak to schools, churches and community organizations on personal growth, empowerment and the importance of spirituality in our daily lives.

Major Accomplishments

  • 2022 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Castle Connolly
  • 2022 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, The Atlantan & Modern Luxury Magazine
  • 2021 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Atlanta Magazine
  • 2020 Hugh Mcleod, III M.D. Award of Excellence
  • 2020 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Atlanta Magazine
  • 2019 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Atlanta Magazine
  • 2018 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Atlanta Magazine
  • 2017 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Atlanta Magazine
  • 2016 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Atlanta Magazine
  • 2015 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Atlanta Magazine
  • 2015 Top Regional Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Castle Connelly
  • 2014 Top Doc in Orthopaedic Surgery, Atlanta Magazine
  • 2014 Top Regional Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery, Castle Connelly
  • 2013 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery; Atlanta Magazine
  • 2012 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery; Atlanta Magazine
  • 2011 Top Doc in Orthopedic Surgery; Atlanta Magazine
  • 2010-2011-2012 Top Doctors in Orthopaedic Surgery; U.S. News & World Report
  • 2008 Top Doctor of America; Black Enterprise Magazine
  • Former Doctor of Atlanta Ballet

A Trustworthy Orthopedic Doctor

Leon

Google

Jul 30th, 2025

Dr. Bailey is great. He did my foot surgery and he’s always very professional and has a wonderful bedside manner and explains things thoroughly. I would definitely recommend him as an orthopedic physician and surgeon.

Dan

Google

Jul 27th, 2025

Love Dr Bailey he is the best

Karla

Google

Jul 23rd, 2025

I like that Dr. Bailey was personable and listened to me. He also made sure that I has information to read once I left.

S

Google

Jul 17th, 2025

Dr Bailey is truly a skilled professional that knows what he's doing. I've already referred two people to him. Amazing staff as well. My surgery is scheduled for July 31st. I'll be sure to follow up on the outcome.

Karen

Google

Jul 16th, 2025

Dr Bailey is an excellent Doctor and Surgeon. My joint replacement in my foot improved my life. Iam able to walk run and enjoy my life. Dr Bailey does not rush you and is great with explaining the process and is very kind!

J

Google

Jul 12th, 2025

I feel that the staff and Dr. Bailey listened to my issue and he provided the best madical advise possible for this particular issue i have dealt with for many years.

Rusty

Google

Jul 3rd, 2025

I have been a patient of Dr. Bailey for over 30 years; he has always provided me with the best of care and in a most respectful manner. Dr. Bailey is the reason I am able to walk today.

Beatrice

Google

Jul 2nd, 2025

Dr. Bailey was nice and helpful what I went for my ankle and he told me everything I needed to know

Unlikely

Google

Jul 2nd, 2025

Loved it

Larry

Google

May 31st, 2025

Dr Bailey is the reason I am able to walk today. He is the greatest, most knowledgeable foot and ankle doctor I have ever known.

Residency

  • Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Program; Boston, Massachusetts

Medical Degree

  • Harvard Medical School; Boston, Massachusetts

Associations

  • American Foot & Ankle Society
  • Atlanta Orthopaedic Society
  • Atlanta Medical Association

Hospital Affiliations

  • Emory Crawford Long Hospital
  • St. Joseph's Hospital

Press Appearances

Areas of Expertise

Fellowship

  • Hospital for Special Surgery – St. Luke’s; New York, New York

Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
The Atlantan Magazine Top Doctors 2024
At the beginning of each year, The Atlantan announces their 2024 Top Doctors. Doctors are nominated by their peers and vetted by healthcare research group, Castle Connolly.
Atlanta Magazine Top Doctors 2023
Every summer Atlanta Magazine presents a roster of the city’s best doctors, as selected by their peers. Congratulations to our physicians!

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