| Schedule An Appointment | Clinical Office Address |
|---|---|
| Huntsman Cancer Hospital 1950 Circle of Hope Salt Lake City, UT 84112 Map |
Bio
Dr. Hyngstrom is an Assistant Professor in the Section of Surgical Oncology within the Division of General Surgery at the University of Utah. His medical practice is in general surgical oncology with a focus on melanoma, treating patients both the Huntsman Cancer Institute and at Intermountain Medical Center. His research interests include clinical trial development and survivorship issues in cancer patients.
Dr. Hyngstrom earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and stayed to complete his general surgery residency at the University of Chicago Medical Center. During his residency, he completed a two year clinical research fellowship in surgical oncology and tumor immunology at the Surgery Branch of the NCI/NIH in Bethesda, Maryland. After finishing his general surgery training, Dr. Hyngstrom spent two years in Houston, Texas and completed a fellowship in surgical oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery - Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | General Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Surgery |
Patient Ratings
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
UofU Patient December 24, 2014
Dr. Hyngstom and his staff were very attentive to my needs and helping with any questions or concerns I had.
UofU Patient December 16, 2014Dr. Hyngstrom has been great through two surgeries and all my treatment
UofU Patient October 23, 2014Experts for sure!
UofU Patient October 09, 2014I walked away with a clear understanding as to why the procedure was important and what to expect from my surgery.
UofU Patient September 05, 2014Dr. Hyngstrom is an excellent provider. He was humble with a critisim and handled himself professionally but also with authenticity not usually seen in a surgeon. I am privledged to be working with him in my success plan against cancer.
UofU Patient August 31, 2014Dr. Hyngstrom is a wonderful man, and all his staff. They all performed the medical tasks supurb and were kind and sensitive throughout a very difficult time in my life
UofU Patient August 22, 2014I wouldn't go anywhere else.
UofU Patient August 14, 2014Dr. Hyngstrom took his time explaining my condition and care. He took time to answer all my questions and never made me feel rushed. He spoke to me directly with care and concern without compromising quality of information.
UofU Patient June 04, 2014Dr. Hyngstrom did an excellent job of explaining my condition and the treatment plan. He helped to make my family and I feel comfortable with the procedure.
UofU Patient May 21, 2014Dr. Hyngstrom did an excellent job at explaining my condition and treatment plan. His confidence made me feel secure and confident in the treatment plan.
UofU Patient March 26, 2014I have never been treated so well by a Dr and their nurses.
UofU Patient January 09, 2014always treated great
UofU Patient September 27, 2013Dr Hyngstrom came to Huntsman to see me on his lunch hour at another hospital --off campus
UofU Patient August 04, 2013I was very glad my instructions were written so I could refer back to them as needed.
UofU Patient May 29, 2013Took as much time as necessary to answer questions and provide information.
UofU Patient April 29, 2013Dr Hynstrom is so thorough and efficient. He takes care of the problem on the first visit, if possible.
UofU Patient March 11, 2013I have already recommended a co-worker to this clinic.
UofU Patient March 04, 2013I felt like I could ask questions. He did not make me feel like he was rushed.
UofU Patient December 03, 2012I was surprised at the end of the appointment at how long I had been with the doctor. He spent a lot of time with me and never made me feel like he was rushed. The nurses were just as attentive!
Patient Comments
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