Summary

Dr. Daren Kest is a board-certified otolaryngologist specializing in head and neck surgery with more than three decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and has dedicated his career to treating conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. Dr. Kest speaks English and brings extensive surgical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Kest maintains affiliations with Valleywise Health Medical Center, Desert Regional Medical Center, and Eisenhower Medical Center, with practice locations in Rancho Mirage and La Quinta, California. He specializes in treating various forms of hearing loss, including sensorineural hearing loss and hearing difficulties in children. His practice offers comprehensive diagnostic services such as CT scans and audiograms, along with therapeutic procedures like earwax removal. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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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

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. Mario Villafuerte Manese, MDDr. Hector Daniel Ludi, MDDr. Kristen Lynn Dauphinee, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryAddiction MedicineCritical Care MedicineAnesthesiology
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4.3 
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32 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Rancho Mirage , CARiverside , CAPalm Springs , CARancho Mirage , CA
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery Med School: Universidad Nacional De Cordoba Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, 2025, Expired
Doctor Of Osteopathy, Arizona, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1994

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Where is Dr. Daren Kest's office located?
Dr. Daren Kest's office is located at 39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270.
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?
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