Dr. James J. Mezhir Obituary

I'm so sorry to hear about this tragic loss, for his family and the medical field
I was unaware Dr. Mezhir passed away...
while going through paperwork in my files, I came across an envelope from 2003 with the return address of "James Mezhir, MD.". He had sent me a release form regarding a peer reviewed study involving jaundice appearing after common bile duct surgery.
Dr. Mezhir was imperative during my healing process while recovering after a major surgery

I'm so sorry to hear about this tragic loss, for his family and the medical field
I was unaware Dr. Mezhir passed away...
while going through paperwork in my files, I came across an envelope from 2003 with the return address of "James Mezhir, MD.". He had sent me a release form regarding a peer reviewed study involving jaundice appearing after common bile duct surgery.
Dr. Mezhir was imperative during my healing process while recovering after a major surgery at the University of Chicago in 2001. I had undergone an extremely rare surgery at U of C, involving my common bile duct. I had no idea of what he'd gone through personally earlier in his life. And now I know why he was such an empathetic doctor! I'd gone through some rather awful surgeries within a very short period of time. It was a struggle for me to feel normal again. But Dr. Mezhir figured out that I was a big geek and came to my room one evening to watch the original Star Wars movie with me and eat chocolate chip cookies baked by my Grandma. It had been quite a struggle for me to feel like a normal person after having been in the hospital for over a month and a half. For some reason, Dr Mezhir always made sure to remind me that what I was going through was only temporary. And that was huge!!! It helped me to heal & recover and get back to my life because my son needed me!!! Thank you, Dr. Mezhir, may you rest in peace!

I cannot believe has been over 4 years, I miss my Doc!

Just hearing of this tragic news as I was going to reach out and share with James about finally presenting my story involving cancer and surgery to other providers! Something I know that he would have loved to hear!

James was a surgeon on my team when I was a patient and I can honestly say that I wouldnt be here today if it werent for the care he coordinated and provided! I know he is truly missed by

Just hearing of this tragic news as I was going to reach out and share with James about finally presenting my story involving cancer and surgery to other providers! Something I know that he would have loved to hear!

James was a surgeon on my team when I was a patient and I can honestly say that I wouldnt be here today if it werent for the care he coordinated and provided! I know he is truly missed by so many! Thank you so much for the wonderful memories amidst the biggest fight for my life! The wheelchair ride around NYC after being in the ICU, sharing your story, the constant encouragement and for just being so passionate about people! I am a better medical provider because of you!

And Priya, I am so happy to have met you! Not sure if you remember, but thank you for bringing me animal crackers when I had no one with me, it was the kindest gesture and has stuck with me to this day!

Rest In Peace James, I know you are looking over everyone!

I still think of you often, particularly when I meet new residents. You were friendly, humble, funny, smart, and caring. A pleasure to have worked with you.

We still miss him.

I can't believe it's been 2 years. James was the first good friend I made when our family moved to Iowa City in 2012. We quickly bonded as we shared common interests, and daughters in the same daycare center. I was always astounded at his incredible professionalism in the workplace, but relaxed and fun personality outside of work. I miss him every day...

Love my Doc, RIP buddy! I'm going to hit a hole-in-one for you tomorrow on the 2-year anniversary of your passing and I know you'll be watching from above...
Terry Gromacki

After Doctor Mezhir performed my whipple surgery we became very good friends. He came into my room every day while I was at the hospital and ask me how I was doing and what he could do for me and all I would ask him is could I have a popsicle. Finally after a week without food he ask me what I would like and I told him a popsicle and he ask me what flavor I told him cherry

After Doctor Mezhir performed my whipple surgery we became very good friends. He came into my room every day while I was at the hospital and ask me how I was doing and what he could do for me and all I would ask him is could I have a popsicle. Finally after a week without food he ask me what I would like and I told him a popsicle and he ask me what flavor I told him cherry and brought me one. I will never forget that day. I miss him very much, me and my family loved him and talk about him all the time when we are together. I have been receiving treatment in Iowa City over the past months and they have told me they dedicated one of the floors in the new children's hospital to Dr. Mezhir can't wait to visit the area.

Firstly, I cannot express enough condolences to you Priya and your children. My daughter Denise Prager was Dr. Mezhir's very first case in Memorial Sloan Kettering while he was a fellow under Dr. Jose Guillem. Denise had many complications at a very young age of 20 years old . Dr. Mezhir became an amazing inspiration to her and my family. He had her as a patient for over a month and was an amazing doctor and friend. We are truly heartbroken and will miss him terribly. Cathy Prager

Priya, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. For some reason you came to my mind tonite. I am sorry I haven't kept in touch with you to see how you and your family were doing. You and your family will be in my prayers from this day on.

I just now learned of Dr. Mezhir's passing. He was a wonderful doctor, but even better, a great person. He operated on Randy for pancreatic cancer in April 2014. Randy and I felt so at ease with him, and he showed so much compassion and care for us both. Randy is doing fine, but he will be devastated to learn that his friend is gone.
Please let the compassion that he showed all his patients flow from us back to you, his family. He will be greatly missed.