Summary

Dr. Daren Kest treats hearing loss, hearing loss in children, and enlarged turbinates, and performs earwax removal and hearing tests. He practices otolaryngology–head and neck surgery and surgery and has 32 years of experience.

Dr. Kest earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and is affiliated with Valleywise Health Medical Center, Desert Regional Medical Center, and Eisenhower Medical Center. He sees patients in Rancho Mirage and La Quinta, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kest 4.26 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 32 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Daren Gregg Kest has 2 locations

Eisenhower Medical Center

39000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270

Desert Cities Allergy And Otolaryngology

47170 Washington St Ste 120La Quinta, CA 92253
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Daren Gregg Kest, DODr. Stephen Todd Newman, MDDr. Aaron Locke Harville, MDDr. Michael Joseph Feldman, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryAnesthesiologyAnesthesiologyHand Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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3.9 
32 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Rancho Mirage , CAPalm Springs , CABellevue , WAPalm Springs , CA
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Daren Gregg Kest

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Daren Gregg Kest has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Daren Gregg Kest has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Allergy
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Daren Gregg Kest holds an expired medical license in the states of Arizona and California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Arizona that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Kest's NPI number is 1194787937.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Daren Kest speak?
Dr. Daren Kest speaks English.
Is Dr. Daren Kest accepting new patients?
Dr. Daren Kest is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Daren Kest's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Daren Kest affiliated with?
Dr. Daren Kest is affiliated with Valleywise Health Medical Center, Desert Regional Medical Center, and Eisenhower Medical Center.
Does Dr. Daren Kest accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Daren Kest accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Daren Kest accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Daren Kest has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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