John M DelGaudio Emory Faculty
John M DelGaudio Emory Faculty

John M DelGaudio, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology, Rhinology, Sinus, and Skull Base Surgery

4.7 - 412 Ratings

Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus

550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Medical Office Tower, Fl 9, Atlanta, GA 30308
Book Online (404) 778-3381

About

Dr. DelGaudio is a nationally and internationally recognized expert in the areas of Rhinology, Sinus Surgery, and Skull Base Surgery. He has extensive experience in clinical and research in Rhinology and Otolaryngology. He has served in the highest role as the President of national, state, and local Otolaryngology and Rhinology societies, nominated for each of these positions by his peers. Dr. DelGaudio has received prestigious awards for teaching and service by national and state Otolaryngology societies. He is a frequent invited speaker at national and international meetings due to his extensive experience and accomplishments in Rhinology and Otolaryngology.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

  • Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
  • Emory Healthcare Network
  • Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

  • Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 1995

Locations

Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus

550 Peachtree Street Northeast
Medical Office Tower, Fl 9
Atlanta, GA 30308

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Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 overall rating 412 ratings

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

4.7 Provider showed concern
4.7 Provider explained things clearly
4.7 Provider discussed treatment options
4.7 Provider included you in decisions
4.7 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-02

Dr. DelGaudio was very kind and attentive. He listened to me and my husband's concerns. He took his time to answer our questions and was very thorough. We were very pleased.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-18

Dr. Delqaudio was very thorough on treatment of my care

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-13

We had high expectations because multiple staff members had mentioned that this provider was the chair of the department. However, this was one of the worst encounters I've ever had with a provider. We were first seen by an MA. Then a PA came in and asked questions. The PA left and Dr. Delgaudio entered the room sometime thereafter. When he entered, he left the door open and he began asking questions about my symptoms and recent experience. The PA then entered the room as well. He stated that the PA had updated him on the situation and then asked for an overview again. As I was providing the information, he continued to cut me off and make comments. Throughout this conversation he was preparing a camera to do an internal exam. Before I realized it, he was inserting this camera into my nose. He did not ask me if I was okay with this exam or even explain what he was doing. When he began to insert it and couldn't see, he then told me to relax. The whole experience was like this. While I understand that my symptoms had improved, I felt very belittled and honestly couldn't even tell you what they said they sent to the pharmacy for me. He basically ended the visit by telling me to use nose spray and the PA said she had sent it to the pharmacy. I still haven't heard from the pharmacy that it is there. I was just very struck by the lack of care and professionally displayed during this encounter and was disappointed that this person is a chair.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-12

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-11

Dr DelGaudio did a great job with my surgery and follow up care

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-11

I have been a patient of Dr. Delgaudio since 2017 and have had multiple interactions with him over the years related to surgery and post-operative follow-up care. During this time, I have often felt that my appointments were very brief and that my concerns were not fully explored before conclusions were reached.In several visits, the assessments felt rushed, and I did not feel that my additional questions or related health concerns were given thorough consideration. Most appointments have lasted less than ten minutes, which has left me feeling unheard and uncertain about the comprehensiveness of my care.I value thoughtful, patient-centered communication and would appreciate a more thorough and collaborative approach during appointments moving forward.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-23

Dr Delguardio is the BEST .. He cares for his patients. Interested in their well being -- listens to the person -= really cares about patient's well being .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-21

Dr was great!

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-19

Dr Delgaddio had the worst bedside manner of any physician I've ever seen. He was egotistical, condescending, arrogant and unhelpful. This visit was a complete waste of time.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-24

First class as always. Doc D and PA M are always awesome.

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-17

I was not given any advice on things to try to reduce the apparent sinusitis and risk of related infection. I had no known symptoms and was told to call back if any developed, but not given any guidance on what to lookout for.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-10

I felt like Dr. D was in a rush to get somewhere! He was moving so quickly I forgot to get him to check my ears that I noted were hurting! Almost dismissive!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-10

Dr. DelGaudio always explains everything so well. I recommend him to everyone.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-10

All good!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-03

Professional but friendly, informative.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-26

Dr. DelGaudio is brilliant, kind, compassionate, thorough and does not make you feel rushed during the appointment or while gathering facts.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-12

No problem

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-07

Dr. Delgaudio was very kind with me, even after I declined the endoscopy examination.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-01

Dr DelGaudio saved my life! I am very grateful to have been referred to him and Emory. Thank you so very much for all you have done for me Dr. DelGaudio!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-29

The Dr listened to all my questions carefully & answered them. He explained where my healing process was & what I need to continue doing.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-08

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-01

Dr. DelGaudio is terrific-none better

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-26

Doctor didn't explain anything and was very belittling

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-25

My visit was excellent and clear. Everything was well explained and clear. I felt very confident with my doctor and left with no unanswered questions or doubts.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-25

Outstanding experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-25

DR DELGAURDIO IS ALWAYS INTERESTED IN PATIENT ISSUES, CONCERNS, POLITE . HE HAS EXCELLENT CLIENT PATIENT RELATIONSHIPS

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-17

Dr. D is an excellent ENT. My procedure wasn't routine and a bit uncomfortable but Dr. D did his best to minimize the pain.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

Answered all my concerns before having to ask....remarkable really.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-10

Dr. Delgaudio is the "BEST"!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-10

The visit was a good experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-03

All drs.and staff should be like ones at Emory.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-29

Care provider was straight forward. Provider made sure I was comfortable and explained everything he was doing during my checkup. Care provider kept me at ease.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-27

I trust Dr. Delgaudio completely! I feel so fortunate to have found him!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-27

Everything was well coordinated!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-09

Fabulous person & Dr

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-09

Dr. DelGaudio has the unique combination of skills that makes him one of a kind. His bedside manner is a mixture of humor, kindness, and incredible knowledge in his area of expertise.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-20

Dr. Delgadio and his PA are excellent. He reviewed my history and concerns prior to seeing me which made reaching a good plan of action was quick.

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-16

Doctor focused on what he wanted to talk about during the appointment and not addressing my concerns. Again called him out during the encounter for being condescending as he brushed my concerns of having an acute sinusitis episode when I scheduled my appointment with worsened headaches. He only wanted to focus on my headaches. He also was not gentle or showed any concern for the pain I was having during the rigid endoscopy

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-11

Dr delgaudio seemed irritated that I was there. He belittled my questions, gave answers to questions I didn't ask and had a very smug attitude towards me. He made it a point to tell me he was a surgeon and not an allergist. He also made sure to tell me spends half his time correcting other doctors misdiagnosis. My audiologist and Ortanolgist (? Ear doctor) Were absolutely100% fantastic!

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-04

This is the first time that I'm taking the time to write a bad review for any medical professional, but my experience with Dr. DelGaudio and his PA (at least that's who I think she was) who came in the room with him was so unbelievably horrifying that I felt like I had to do it. The doctor was rude, condescending, and dismissive from the beginning. He did not want to see me and insisted that I either see one of his PA's or another doctor even though my appointment was specifically with him. He insisted my problems were not sinus-related and did not even give me a thorough exam. He did not listen to my concerns at all and was convinced that my problems were not sinus-related and that essentially I was imagining having sinus problems, while his PA sat on the stool next to him with a smirk on her face during the entire appointment as he essentially berated me. As a lifelong sufferer of sinus problems which have been confirmed by multiple medical professionals and imaging done in the past, I did not feel like I was evaluated properly, so I saw another specialist at another clinic, who took the time to listen to my concerns and performed an actual, thorough exam on me, said I did have a sinus Infection and gave me medications for it. I will NEVER step foot in an Emory ENT department ever again as long as they continue employing doctors and PA's like this, and you can be certain I will share my experience with others.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-16

DR DELGUARDIO IS VERY EFFICIENT , GREAT LISTENER , GREAT COMMUNICATOR WITH PATIENT'S CONCERNS .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-12

Excellent Experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-30

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-16

Both the doctor and PA were very good, easy to talk to, talked in a straight forward manner, which I appreciate.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-03

The Doctor and PA listen to me and answered my questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-31

Excellent.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-19

Everyone we were invited with were very polite knowledgeable very explanatory

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-15

The consultation with the doctor was very good. My biggest issue was that my sinuses were not numbed before the doctor went into my nose with his tools to examine my sinuses. In past visits to my ENT, they always numb my nose before they start putting the various tools and cameras into my nose. This resulted in severe pain. I'm not sure if the MT was supposed to do this or not. I was numbed by the doctor before removing a papilloma.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-07

1st time patient. Proffesional, listen to my concern (ears bothering me) reviewed medication.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-07

Dr. Delgaudio is the "BEST"!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-05

Very satisfied by the care given

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-05

He knows my Physician from before seeing him. NP as well.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-12

Dr. DelGaudio was great in providing information about my surgery and follow-up. Everything turned out great and I'm very happy with the outcome. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing the same type of ENT surgery.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-31

Dr very personable as PA and nurse

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-23

Ooops, I thought I was answering about them previously! I'll repeat what I wrote here as he was extremely good!Dr. Choi saw me prior to Dr. Delgaudio and he is AMAZING! Extremely thorough in how he explains things. He is forthcoming with information about why one should be doing different rinses and how often. This sort of information is extremely valuable in post op care and I wish I had known it earlier. Dr. Choi has a very strong career ahead of him!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-08

Delguardio is always the best !!! He listens, cares, fior his patients!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-24

I liked him a lot!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-11

I was treated extremely well, eye contact Great, professionalism, Organized.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-11

I now understand my condition and appreciate the time that was taken to explain and answer questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-11

Absolutely fabulous experience with Dr. Delgaudio. I've been turned away from two other ENTs now in hopes of having my Eagles Syndrome diagnosed and treated. Dr. Delgaudio listened to my symptoms and concerns, made his own assessments (validating what I have been dealing with for almost 3 years now) and immediately assessed the need for surgery. Could not be more thankful for him!

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-11

The doctor explained everything that was about to take place. As well as during the procedure. As painful as it was

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-27

Dr. Delgaudio is exceptional! Excellent.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-27

We like Emory and Dr John DelGaudio!

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-02

The PA was informative and polite. The doctor came in fast and started up with a scope and didn't really explain much before happening. I felt kinda rushed and it was way too early. But he was thorough about everything.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-30

We really did not discuss the actual procedure. This is because the dr. Needs to first consult with his radiologist on my MRI. I also am getting a CT scan this week. I brought in a CT scan done at the office of another VERY good specialist in this area, however I very much respect that he wants a higher quality one. Dr. Delgadio also performed different "tests" to check symptoms that my other highly recommended dr. Didn't do, nor ask. The last dr also did not biopsy the tumor in my nose. I had wondered why. I'm glad Dr. Delgadio did. I feel very confident having him work on me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-30

My Highest compliments to Dr DelGaudio, he is an Excellent Dr and surgeon.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-20

Outstanding initial visit!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-19

Provider explained everything very clearly I recommend this provider to family and friends

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

Dr. John Delguadio and assistant were excellent at putting me at ease, explaining the procedure and executing it.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-16

The Doctor was very nice and answered all my questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-02

DELGAURDIO IS AN EXCELLENT PHYSCIAN .. HE IS COURTEOUS , EFFICIENT , CONCERNED FOR HIS PATIENTS

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-25

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-25

Provided explanation and how to address my post nasal issue

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-19

Dr. Delgaudio was concerned about my issue. He explained everything in a manner that a non-medical person could understand.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-06

Dr. Delgaudio is the "BEST"!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-28

He was attentive and patient. Addressed all of our questions and concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-28

Great interactions and straight-on interactions with Doc and PA

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-16

I was put at ease with Dr. DelGuardio as he explained my condition and what the process will be to address it.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-03

Great experience and highly recommend this Dr.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-24

I love Dr Delgaudio! He did a great operation and treatment

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-05

Doc is always awesome -- prolly the best provider I have ever encountered

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-03

I am pleased with my care under Dr. Delgadio

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-22

Very good, took his time and explained everything I never felt rushed while I was him 10/10 by far

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-12

Very good

Credentials

Education

  • Residency: Univ of Michigan Hospitals, Otolaryngology, 1995
  • Internship: Lankenau Hospital, Surgery, 1990
  • Medical Education: Jefferson Medical College, MD, 1989

Board Certifications

  • Otolaryngology, American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 1996

Awards

  • Golden Head Mirror Award- American Rhinologic Society
  • Gerald S. Gussack Award- Georgia Society of Otolaryngology
  • Lester Brown Award- Georgia Society of Otolaryngology
     

Professional Memberships

  • American Rhinologic Society- Past President
  • American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
  • The Triologic Society- Fellow
  • American Medical Association
  • Georgia Society of Otolaryngology-Past President
  • Metro Atlanta Otolaryngology Educational Society-Past President