James Bailey Dolan M.D.

Of Ponte Verde Beach, FL, passed away May 25, 2014, following an extended illness. Born in Tampa, FL on July 30, 1951 to Flossie and Robert Dolan, Dr. Dolan graduated from Clearwater (FL) High School in 1969 and from Wake Forest University in 1973 earning a BS degree in Biology. While attending Wake Forest, Dr. Dolan was a member of the varsity swim team. He received his Doctor of Medicine in 1984 and completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency in 1990, at the University of Florida College of Medicine. He practiced in Jacksonville from 1990 to 2003, and was active in both professional and social organizations. He was a member of the Duval County Medial Society, Florida Medical Association, Diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Dolan served his profession in many leadership positions and from 2009 to 2010 served as President of the Florida Medical Association. He was a member of Epping Forest Yacht Club and served as Commodore from 2004 to 2005. In addition to a distinguished medical career, Dr. Dolan proudly served his country as a major in the US Army Reserves, including active duty during Operation Desert Storm in 1991. An avid reader and pas-sionate learner, Dr. Dolan finally realized his life long dream of becoming an author in 2013 with the publication of his first novel, Transplant. His second novel was recently completed and publication is expected later this year. Dr. Dolan is survived by his wife of 38 years, Cheryl Smith Dolan; son James R. Dolan, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL; daughter, Courtney Dolan Krug, mother, Flossie Bailey Dolan, Bradenton, FL; sister, Dr. Patti Dolan, Lakewood Ranch, FL; and sister Linda Dolan Turner, Pawleys Island, SC. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Orthopedics Residency and Education Fund at the University of Florida. Donations may be made to UF Foundation, reference "In memory of Dr. James B. Dolan" and sent to the attention of Harvey Green, UF Foundation, P.O. Box 100386, Gainesville, FL 32610.