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Dr. James Zidar, MD

Dr. James Zidar, MD

Cardiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Zidar, MD is a cardiologist in Raleigh, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Zidar has extensive experience in Interventional Cardiac Procedures, Heart Conditions, and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago School of Dentistry in 1985. He is affiliated with Rex Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

2800 Blue Ridge Rd Ste 201 Raleigh, NC 27607

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Zidar is affiliated with Rex Hospital Raleigh, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Zidar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Zidar specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Zidar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zidar

4.7

29 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
90%
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4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
7%
7%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Fran Ball – Sep 03, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Amy Currie – May 10, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Bob Beetcher – Jan 18, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Tucker – Sep 16, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 27, 2020
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 10, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 11, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Edward S. in Cary, NC – Mar 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kelly E. in Raleigh , NC – Sep 26, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Vilma Vitanza in Cary, NC – Sep 05, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mike Z in Raleigh, NC – May 17, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Zidar, MD is a cardiologist in Raleigh, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Zidar has extensive experience in Interventional Cardiac Procedures, Heart Conditions, and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Mich Medical School Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1988
  • Duke University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • University Mich Medical School Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1986
  • Loyola University Chicago School Of Dentistry

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Zidar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Rex Surgical Specialists2800 Blue Ridge Rd Ste 201 Raleigh, NC 27607
    1

    Practice

    Rex Vascular Specialists (Wakefield)11200 Governor Manly Way Ste 303A Raleigh, NC 27614
    2

    Practice

    Unavail2800 Blue Ridge Rd Ste 400 Raleigh, NC 27607
    3
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    North Carolina Heart & Vascular-Cary1505 SW Cary Pkwy Ste 300 Cary, NC 27511
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Rex Hospital

      4420 Lake Boone Trl
      Raleigh, NC 27607
      Recipient of 17
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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