The medical community in Concord, North Carolina, is mourning the devastating loss of Dr. James Dziadziola, MD, a highly respected otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist) who passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident. His passing marks a profound loss for his patients, colleagues, and the broader healthcare community he served with compassion, dedication, and excellence.
Dr. Dziadziola was a valued member of Atrium Health Cabarrus and Atrium Health University City, where he was widely admired for his expertise in head and neck surgery and his unwavering commitment to patient-centered care. His calm presence, surgical skill, and genuine concern for every individual who entered his care earned him deep trust and respect from both peers and patients.
A board-certified specialist through the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Dziadziola held active medical licensure in North Carolina (1997–2026) and previously in Michigan (1993–2012). His professional affiliations reflected his leadership and lifelong dedication to advancing medical knowledge—he was a Fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) and a Member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
Dr. Dziadziola earned his Doctor of Medicine from Wayne State University School of Medicine (Class of 1991), where he also completed his internship in Transitional Year (1991–1992) and residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (1992–1996). His education and training laid the foundation for a remarkable career marked by both medical excellence and heartfelt service to others.
Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Dziadziola will be remembered for his kindness, humility, and genuine care for everyone he encountered. Patients often spoke of his ability to listen deeply and explain complex medical issues with compassion and clarity. Colleagues remember him as a mentor, a friend, and a steady presence who inspired confidence and comfort in those around him.
His passing leaves an irreplaceable void in the medical community, but his legacy of healing, empathy, and service will continue to inspire those who follow in his footsteps.
Details regarding obituary and funeral services will be announced by Dr. Dziadziola’s family and affiliated institutions in the coming days.