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David Bailey, MD

4.7 out of 5 Patient Rating

A Specially-Trained Hand Surgeon

As a hand surgeon, Dr. David Bailey is specially trained to diagnose hand conditions and recommend treatment options.

He specializes in:

Arthritis
Burns
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Overuse problems
Sports injuries involving nerves, tendons, ligaments, bones and joints
Tendinitis
Traumatic injuries
Upper extremity dysfunctions

Speaks: English

Specialties

Hand Surgery

Primary Location

Sanford Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Fargo

1720 University Drive S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103 1720 University Drive S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103

Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Additional Locations

Background Information

Education & Training History

Fellowship:

Hand Surgery: University of Connecticut Health Center, Hartford, CT

Residency:

General Surgery: Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA

Medical School:

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH

Board Certifications:

American Board of Surgery: General
American Board of Surgery: Surgery of the Hand

Experience & Research

Dr. Bailey has a clinical interest in thumb CMC arthritis, or degenerative arthritis of the thumb, and Dupuytren’s contracture. He tries to employ the latest advances for each condition.

Idea of Care

I treat others how I would like to be treated. A patient’s concerns are taken seriously and each patient is treated with respect. I take pride in seeing people in a timely, thorough and caring fashion.

Personal Interests

Dr. Bailey is married and has one daughter. He enjoys camping, cycling, canoeing and traveling with his family. His solo interests include birding and triathlons.

Additional Locations

Sanford Health Detroit Lakes Clinic & Same Day Surgery Center

1245 Washington Ave.
Detroit Lakes, Minnesota 56501

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