About Dr. Bayless

Dr. Bayless offers treatments and the latest surgical techniques in treating damage caused by arthritis and injuries suffered to the bones, ligaments, muscles, and joints.  He enjoys working individually with each of his patients to find the best options to living healthy and active.
The orthopedic areas he specializes in include:

Board certified for over 21 years as an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Bayless has provided Irving and surrounding communities with a high level of orthopedic and sports medicine care.

He provides medical coverage for the MacArthur and Nimitz High School athletic teams.  As a member of the Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce and other community organizations, Dr. Bayless is an integral part of the community. 

He has practiced in Irving, Texas since 1988 and completing his residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas.  Dr. Bayless has served as Chairman of the Department of Orthopedics and President of the Baylor-Irving Hospital Medical Staff.     

Dr. Bayless is the founding member of Irving Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.  This practice is comprised of other surgeons, spine specialists, therapists, and other medical professionals.  Everything from ambulatory surgery to physician office visits is available on the medical campus.

Dr. Bayless is a member of American Surgeons International and travels to Saudi Arabia regularly to teach and perform total joint reconstruction.
Dr. Bayless enjoys spending time with his wife and family, traveling, hunting, and competing in Masters Track Meets nationally and internationally.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Residency:  Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Internship:  Parkland Memorial Hospital, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Medical School:  Doctor of Medicine, University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine
Undergraduate:  Bachelor of Science, Oklahoma Christian University; Summa Cum Laude

BOARD CERTIFICATION
American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, July 13, 1990
Recertified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, January 1, 2000
Recertified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons, January 1, 2010

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:      
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Texas Medical Association
Texas Orthopedic Association
Dallas County Medical Society

HONORS AND PROFESSIONAL 
Past President, Baylor-Irving Hospital Medical Staff Officer 2005 & 2006
President, Baylor-Irving Hospital Medical Staff 2003 & 2004
President elect, Baylor-Irving Hospital Medical Staff 2001 & 2002
Vice President, Baylor-Irving Hospital Medical Staff 2000
Secretary & Treasurer, Baylor-Irving Hospital Medical Staff, 1999
Chairman Department of Orthopedics 1993-1996, Irving Healthcare Systems
Outstanding Physician Award, By Quality Management Committee of the Irving Hospital System, 1995
Alpha Chi Honor Society
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society
Named as one of “Americas Top Surgeons and Orthopedists” by the Consumers’ Research Council of America
Who’s Who of Colleges and Universities
Patient's Choice Award 2008-2011

ATHLETIC HONORS
High school
Elected onto the All-Conference and All-District basketball teams
Won first place in the All-Conference and the All-District Track Meets in the high hurdles, high jump, long jump, and triple jump.
Inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame, Parkview high school

College
3 time NAIA All-American in the high jump and high hurdles
NAIA Indoor National Champion in the high jump 1978
Kansas Relays Decathlon Champion 1979
Inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame, Oklahoma Christian University

Masters track and field accomplishments
Dr. Bayless has competed in Masters track and field competitions regularly since 2008. He has won All-American status numerous times in the high jump, long jump, triple jump, 100 meter high hurdles, and the indoor 60 meter high hurdles. Highlights of his 2011 competitions in the 50-54 year age group include: