John Bailey, a Doctor of Dental Medicine, first began participating in medical mission trips to Mexico during the early 1970s. With his services in high demand, he has worked in many different countries for a variety of volunteer groups, including Christian Missionaries and other types of non-governmental organizations. After his retirement from private practice in 1998, he began traveling on a regular basis with other medical associates, so much so, that it warranted the creation of his own non-profit corporation in 2003. Since then, BandS has continued to grow in scope, improving the lives of people around the world.

"I was blessed with the opportunity to work with Dr. John Bailey on a medical missionary trip. Not only is he caring and compassionate, but he performed incredible dental work in the field under make-shift conditions."
Andrea Green, M.D., F.A.C.E.P.

Dr. Bailey has always been an inspiration to those he's worked with, and many seasoned medical missionaries began volunteering because of his encouragement. When working in the field, Dr. Bailey not only cares for his patients, but he also helps support the other members of the team. Whenever possible, he contributes to the host country's health care system. In the past, he's consulted with local health officials and conducted classes at dental schools and sent supplies to needy areas.

"He not only helped patients, but also served as a mentor and teacher for younger, less experienced dentists on the team, and for the Indonesian nurses and dentists who were also there to help."
Steve Cate, long time missionary in Indonesia

Dr. Bailey's motivation comes from his desire to follow in the footsteps of Christ by helping to heal the sick. His kindness has touched the lives of many, and for those who ask, he is always ready to share his faith. But his generosity has no requirements, for he serves all those in need, regardless of race or religion.

"When he and I worked together on the sick at Nigerian Christian Hospital, I want to say that it was a joy. His knowledge of human nature, his kindness to the very poor (monetarily) and his perceptive analyses of medical, dental, and personal problems was a blessing to behold."
Henry Farrar, M.D., F.A.C.S.

"I have long admired his medical career, but I respect him most for his spiritual qualities: absolute integrity, contagious love of people, deep compassion, gifted preacher of the Word of God. And of course his incurable sense of humor... I unreservedly commend the ministry of Dr. John Bailey: Body and Soul."
Lynn Anderson, Hope Network Ministries