Summary

Dr. John Hengesh is a thoracic surgeon who earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He completed his residency at Rush Presbyterian St. Lukes Medical Center and brings 66 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Hengesh is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Hengesh practices at multiple locations throughout the Palm Springs area, including Desert Heart Institute, Desert Regional Medical Center, Eisenhower Medical Center, and Hi Desert Medical Center, with his primary affiliation at JFK Memorial Hospital. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and myocardial ischemia, with particular expertise in coronary artery disease in women. His surgical skills include performing coronary artery bypass grafts, minimally-invasive heart surgery, and off-pump bypass procedures.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 66 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John William Hengesh has 4 locations

Desert Heart Institute

1180 N Indian Canyon Dr # E318Palm Springs, CA 92262
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Desert Regional Medical Center

1150 N Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

Eisenhower Medical Center

39000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270

Hi Desert Medical Center

6601 White Feather RdJoshua Tree, CA 92252

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Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients
66 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 68 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Palm Springs , CAIndian Wells , CARancho Mirage , CAMinneapolis , MN
Med School: University Of Illinois College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nevada School Of Medicine Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John William Hengesh

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John William Hengesh has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John William Hengesh has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

66 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Inactive

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Illinois College Of MedicineGraduated in 1961
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1960

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. John Hengesh's office located?
Dr. John Hengesh's office is located at 1180 N Indian Canyon Dr # E318, Palm Springs, CA, 92262.
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What languages does Dr. John Hengesh speak?
Dr. John Hengesh speaks English and Spanish.

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