AMA honors Georgia physician with distinguished service award

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The American Medical Association (AMA) presented Joseph P. Bailey Jr., M.D., Leon Henri Charbonnier professor, emeritus, and associate dean for clinical sciences, emeritus at the Medical College of Georgia, with the 2015 Distinguished Service Award. Established in 1938, the Distinguished Service Award is presented for meritorious service in the science and art of medicine.

"Dr. Bailey has served his patients and fellow physicians with honor and distinction for more than a half century," said AMA President Steven J. Stack, M.D. "He has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to improving patient care as a leader in organized medicine."

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