John Hyngstrom,
MD
Languages Spoken: English
Dr. Hyngstrom is an Associate Professor in the section of Surgical Oncology, division of General Surgery within the department of Surgery at the University of Utah. His medical practice is in general surgical oncology with a focus on melanoma and sarcoma, treating patients at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. His research interests include immunotherapy clinical trial development and survivorship issues in cancer patients. He currently serves as the site primary investigator at HCI on multiple therapeutic cooperative group and industry sponsored clinical trials focusing on improving care for patients with advanced melanoma and other solid tumors. He is co-director of the physician-lead Clinical Trials Research Group and the clinical lead of the Melanoma Disease Center at HCI. He also serves as the Surgery Chair of the Melanoma Working Group of the Southwest Oncology Cooperative Group through the NCI.
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 completed 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 obtained his fellowship training in general surgical oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Since 2012, he has worked as a faculty surgeon at the University of Utah Huntsman Cancer Institute, and as a contracted surgeon at Intermountain Medical Center.
Clinical Locations
801-587-4479
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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Associate Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | General Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Surgery |
Patient Rating
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.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.9/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.9/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.9/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.2/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.9/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
May 03, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
as good as it gets when you need care
UofU Patient
April 19, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
The only decisions made were to continue the ongoing course of treatment. I expressed no worries and had no new concerns about my problem.
UofU Patient
April 07, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
my doctor was very thorough
UofU Patient
April 03, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Provider thorough in stating the problem and outlining what needed to be done.
UofU Patient
March 22, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Lyngstrom didnt tell me what to expect after surgery if cancer has spread. He said only that it wouldnt be chemotherapy. I didnt press him. not sure I wanted to know at that time.
UofU Patient
March 06, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
All aspects of my treatments have been explained
UofU Patient
March 06, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
They were very accommodating to my desires and concerns, and thorough in exam.
UofU Patient
February 23, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
very good
UofU Patient
February 23, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
I have a lot of friends that play in the huntsman senior games from out of state they ask me how treatment is I always recommend Huntsman
UofU Patient
February 14, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
PA Liz was great. great explanations and answered all my questions
UofU Patient
January 21, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Presented and explained options, very knowledgeable and courteous, respected our opinions
UofU Patient
January 19, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
NA
UofU Patient
January 17, 2020
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
one of the first doctors I. my cancer journey who was genuinely positive and specific
UofU Patient
December 08, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr Hyngstrom and his team are the best
UofU Patient
December 02, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom consistently exceeds expectations in providing the best care and information.
UofU Patient
November 29, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Caring and informative staff.
UofU Patient
November 25, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
The people I deal with seam to go up and beyond, I can say I even enjoy my visits because everyone is always so pleasant.
UofU Patient
November 17, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
If I could give excellent for these questions I would. He was very thorough in explaining things and answering my questions.
UofU Patient
November 17, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very concerned, made me feel like a person not a number.
UofU Patient
November 15, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr Hyngstrom and his team are very Professional, down to earth and are a pleasure to work with.
UofU Patient
October 20, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
considering how terrified I was for my initial visit the Dr made me feel at ease and very optimistic
UofU Patient
October 05, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hygnstrom is the person I've seen the most of.
UofU Patient
September 22, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Liz, the P.A. was so kind to my daughters and I. Dr. H was very thorough .
UofU Patient
September 13, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
ok
UofU Patient
September 08, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstom is amazing he took the time to care and provide all the information needed.for me even when he had to repeat things or clarify for me
UofU Patient
August 31, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
perfect
UofU Patient
August 23, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
I was there number 1 and took care of me like that too
UofU Patient
August 20, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
As medical problems go, this has been one of the best experiences I have had.
UofU Patient
August 17, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
excellent
UofU Patient
August 07, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
It was a courteous, frank but compassionate discussion. None of my questions were left unanswered. Even if difficult to answer precisely, an estimate based on experience was given and I appreciated that.
UofU Patient
August 02, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom was straightforward and clear and took all the necessary time to explain the problem
UofU Patient
July 29, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
very informative and caring
UofU Patient
July 24, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
nothing but great care.
UofU Patient
July 22, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom is great! Takes the time to listen and answer all the questions I had.
UofU Patient
June 25, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
GOOD
UofU Patient
May 21, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hingstrum took all the time needed to answer all of my questions, and I had a lot. He spoke in a language that wasn't scientific and overly medical but totally understandable. I would recommend him to anybody.
UofU Patient
May 04, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom is amazing. So thorough and knowledgeable and friendly.
UofU Patient
April 09, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Everyone that I came in contact with treated my like I was their only patient. They care for and about me as if I were family. Amberlee - She is such a professional. She is thorough, explains everything in detail. She smiles. I love seeing the advances she has made in her career here over the years. Dr Hyngstrom. I was nervous when Dr Andtbacka left. Dr Hyngstrom is awesome. He described everything in detail and made sure I understood everything that was going to happen. I am very very pleased with everything that he has done for me. I have all the confidence in the world with him and his entire team. Again, you need Excellent boxes to mark.
UofU Patient
April 05, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom is a 4.9 star Doctor on google, but he is a 5.0 star in my book.
UofU Patient
March 08, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom is outstanding!!!
UofU Patient
March 03, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
All treatment by Huntsman personnel is the best ever! I have already recommended Huntsman to others.
UofU Patient
February 08, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom has been a remarkable combination of personal and professional expertise. He listens to my questions, answers them clearly and even asked me about my birthday which was this month!! I have already recommended him to several friends. One of whom, found a lump and had it removed by Huntsman doctors.
UofU Patient
February 01, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Beyond the previously experienced wonderful care and treatment, etc.
UofU Patient
January 13, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
A very positive hopeful experience
UofU Patient
January 12, 2019
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
very good experience!
UofU Patient
December 07, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr Hyngstrom is amazing!!
UofU Patient
November 16, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Very personal and expressed much empathy in soft voices.
UofU Patient
November 03, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
dr heygstrom was great
UofU Patient
October 30, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
It is amazing to feel you have all the time you desire with each provider. Never have we felt rushed because someone else is waiting.
UofU Patient
October 18, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Couldn't ask for a better medical staff from Dr. Hyngstrom on down to receptionist.
UofU Patient
October 12, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom is a fabulous doctor and i would recommend him to any of my family and friends if they ever needed his expertise.
UofU Patient
October 01, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
nothing but good
UofU Patient
September 25, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
can't imagine anyone doing as well as Dr Hynstrom and his team
UofU Patient
September 25, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
dr. Hyngstrom is amazing!! I couldn't ask for a better physician.
UofU Patient
September 21, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom took the unknown out of my cancer diagnosis and informed me of what is known about it. I left feeling reassured and confident for treatment to come.
UofU Patient
September 14, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom was great once again!
UofU Patient
September 08, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Awesome!!
UofU Patient
August 24, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom and his resident helping were both attentive, kind, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Good....
UofU Patient
August 19, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
De Hyngstrom and his staff are excellent
UofU Patient
August 14, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom is definitely the Bee's knees! He truly made me feel that he genuinely wanted to get this cared for, resolved ALL my fears and worries no matter how little and still kept a very upbeat outlook. I am forever grateful for him and his and his staff for having the confidence and knowledge to care for my cancer. Thank you.
UofU Patient
August 12, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Everyone was great (doctor, resident, nurse & assistant) during my appointment
UofU Patient
August 02, 2018
HUNTSMAN CANCER CENTER
Dr. Hyngstrom aggressively attacked my melanoma and expanded the team to ensure that I got the best treatment. He showed confidence which gave me hope. He showed care that kept me positive.
UofU Patient
June 21, 2018
I am grateful for the time and thorough explanation that was given to me.
UofU Patient
May 06, 2018
Staff was wonderful!!
UofU Patient
May 04, 2018
Huntsman is the best -- utmost confidence in their medical acumen.
UofU Patient
April 06, 2018
A thorough and detailed review.
UofU Patient
March 10, 2018
both he and his resident were very nice
UofU Patient
March 09, 2018
Love all the staff
UofU Patient
February 19, 2018
This Doctor is amazing, staying after hours and taking care of me, couldn't believe the positive care I received!
UofU Patient
February 08, 2018
I still cannot get over what a great place this is! Everyone there is so friendly and so concerned with my health and well being. Dr. Hyngstrom was practically giddy with my pathology results and I just think that is so neat. I hope I actually never have to recommend these providers, but if I do, I can think of no one better to take care of someone with melanoma than Dr. Hyngstrom and his staff.
UofU Patient
February 06, 2018
The best doctor I've ever had.
UofU Patient
January 19, 2018
Dr. Hyngstrom and his PA were both very thorough with their explanations and they were able to answer all questions and concerns that I had. I feel like I am in very good hands with them.
UofU Patient
January 12, 2018
Very professional
UofU Patient
January 10, 2018
he made me feel much better about what was happening and what we needed to do to take care of the problem.
UofU Patient
November 24, 2017
doctor and staff all spent time explaining and wasn't in a hurry. they were great
UofU Patient
November 21, 2017
Staff was exceptional in their care and answering questions
UofU Patient
October 19, 2017
great doctor. truly caring and competent.
UofU Patient
September 26, 2017
ok
UofU Patient
September 22, 2017
Dr Hyngstrom is thorough and professional and always sets me at ease.
UofU Patient
July 21, 2017
Dr. Hyngstrom, his resident, and all the medical assistants were very helpful!!
UofU Patient
July 20, 2017
no bad... I am a huge fan of Dr. H and his shared PA... she is also a ROCK STAR!
UofU Patient
June 09, 2017
Dr. John Hyngstrom and Liz Flores PA are both exceptional practitioners. They take time, show genuine compassion and concern, and are clinically astute. They're both fabulous and I would recommend them without reservation.
UofU Patient
June 08, 2017
dr. Hyngstrom was great and made the process extremely comfortable.
UofU Patient
May 23, 2017
Everyone that came into the room were great with my dad.
UofU Patient
May 19, 2017
Dr. Bowen was helpful and informative but Dr. Hyngstrom was excellent in every respect
UofU Patient
May 11, 2017
I did not go more than 5 minutes without someone in the room for the two hours I was there. Everyone was friendly, helpful, and made the experience nice.
UofU Patient
April 20, 2017
Dr Hyngstrom has been wonderful helping me understand my diagnosis and treatment options. As a surgeon he did a fantastic job, ensuring insidious done where least visible and closures, steri-strips, glue, stitches, used perfectly.
UofU Patient
April 07, 2017
Dont know him well enough to have a lot of confidence. He was very nice and I think he was very knowledgeable, but this is a first visit. We were expecting to have surgery that week, but hope it will be next week. Haven't been contacted for schedule yet.
UofU Patient
March 28, 2017
It was the best experience I could've possibly hoped for.
UofU Patient
March 14, 2017
Everything has been exemplary and we are blessed to have such concerned caregivers attend to me.
UofU Patient
March 10, 2017
Very happy with my experience for this visit and previous visits.
UofU Patient
February 13, 2017
Dr. Hyngstrom could not have been better care provider. he talked openly and brought comfort through the trust we had in him. I owe my life to him and his team and Huntsman
UofU Patient
February 08, 2017
The doc is very good at his job and he genuinely cares. I don't feel like just another case to him. ever. He knows me and shows concerns about my life in every area of my health as he's helped me navigate the anxiety and depression I've been experiencing. He is amazing.
UofU Patient
December 28, 2016
Hyngstrom was as personable as ever. I don't mind driving from Wyoming for my appointments. He makes it fun.
UofU Patient
December 22, 2016
great experience, great team effort
UofU Patient
December 01, 2016
Huntsman is without compare -- and everyone is so concerned and nice.
UofU Patient
November 28, 2016
I feel confident in the care of Dr. Hyngstrom, very knowledgeable and caring.
UofU Patient
October 07, 2016
knowedgable and empathetic
UofU Patient
October 04, 2016
Dr. Hyngstrom is superlative in every respect.
UofU Patient
August 31, 2016
Always feel like I receive excellent care.
UofU Patient
August 23, 2016
Dr Hyngstrom did an outstanding job explaining the results of scans, need for biopsy, how melanoma might have occurred and other questions I had, but I never had to ask. The resident was also helpful. I really appreciated how quickly he got me scheduled for the lung biopsy and then contacted me the day following with the results. I drove 1250 miles round trip so it was especially appreciated to accomplish so much during my visit. All were very cognizant of my travel and seemed to move mountains to help me.
UofU Patient
June 29, 2016
Could not be more satisfied with Dr. Hyngstrom and his team, especially Abby, Marianne Bowling and the other nurses there. He not only makes me feel like he cares about me, but I believe he truly does. And that's awesome.
UofU Patient
June 29, 2016
Dr. Hyngstrom is amazing!!
UofU Patient
June 24, 2016
Like the good eye contact.
UofU Patient
June 22, 2016
I feel well cared for and was treated with genuine consideration.
UofU Patient
June 15, 2016
Dr. Hyngstrom and Marianne Bowling are an absolute dream team! I couldn't ask for better!
UofU Patient
June 08, 2016
Dr. Hyngstrom was a pleasure to have as a doctor the entire time. He was informative, kind, helpful, and respectful.
UofU Patient
June 04, 2016
I've felt and it has been confirmed to me that I am in good hands and other than having cancer I have not been dis-satisfied with the care I've received in anyway at all.
UofU Patient
May 24, 2016
Taking this survey after my surgery would be better in order to answer more questions accurately. For my initial consult, though, that was very favorable.
UofU Patient
May 10, 2016
amazing physician. he took him time, very concerned, didn't not feel rushed
UofU Patient
April 27, 2016
Dr Hymgstrom was all the Doctor he was protrayed to be.
UofU Patient
April 13, 2016
Dr. Hyngstrom (I hope I spelled it correctly) was not only professional, he was informative, caring and did a great job. A+ in my book.
UofU Patient
March 25, 2016
Both Marianne and Dr. Hyngstrom are amazing. I am so grateful to both of them for their excellent care and compassion.
UofU Patient
March 11, 2016
Marianne (NP) and Dr. Hyngstrom were both amazing. They were reassuring, took time to answer all my questions, and I would recommend them to anyone.
UofU Patient
February 23, 2016
Dr. Hyngstrom is absolutely outstanding. Having cancer was a frightening experience for me -- Dr. Hyngstrom was so calm and helpful throughout -- he truly made a difference in the entire treatment process.
UofU Patient
February 13, 2016
good visit
UofU Patient
January 29, 2016
Very good
UofU Patient
January 13, 2016
It was enjoyable. Really!
UofU Patient
November 30, 2015
Two doctors visited me and checked me out. I had a list of questions and they were all answered before I could ask them. They were very thorough.
UofU Patient
November 13, 2015
Being at Huntsman is like being with friends and family.
UofU Patient
October 23, 2015
NP(Marianne) and physician were both extremely patient, kind and shared all information w/ me. Marianne intuitively- or maybe years of experience was wonderful with my anxiety and concerns. Betweeen her and Dr. Hygnstrom I was very comfortable that I was getting the best treatment. Huntsman is fortunate to have these people. Nurse- Amberlee was great too.
UofU Patient
September 18, 2015
I drive 300 miles because of the confidence I have in my care providers. They are great!
UofU Patient
September 12, 2015
love how patient & kind everyone is when listening to & explaining our questions
UofU Patient
July 27, 2015
Great staff!!
UofU Patient
July 21, 2015
Everyone was so knowledgeable and the system in working with so many people ran flawlessly.
UofU Patient
July 14, 2015
We have become very attached to Dr. Hyngstrom. His level of care and concern have made it easier to cope with my condition. I feel he is very patient and takes the time to answers all of my questions and family's questions. He has been great to work with and we have nothing but wonderful things to say about him.
UofU Patient
June 26, 2015
Again, amazing care!!!
UofU Patient
June 26, 2015
Again -- I would recommend Huntsman (and Clinic 2E) to anyone.
UofU Patient
May 20, 2015
I have been very impressed with everyone I came in contact with at Huntsman. Just amazing care and concern!
UofU Patient
April 01, 2015
Exceptionally good customer service and patient treatment. Friendly, caring, and genuine. A patient couldn't receive better treatment.
UofU Patient
March 27, 2015
Dr. Hingstrom is wonderful. He is very compassionate and concerned about me and what I am going through. He listens to me and my concerns and takes time to explain things to me. I never feel rushed, which I appreciate, because sometimes I don't even know what questions to ask, but he patiently waits and lets me think.
UofU Patient
March 06, 2015
Dr. Hyngstrom is amazing!!
UofU Patient
February 08, 2015
Dr. Hyngstrom is absolutely great. I believe I received the best care possible. I couldn't have asked for a better doctor and consider myself blessed to be under his care.
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, 2014
Dr. Hyngstrom has been great through two surgeries and all my treatment
UofU Patient
October 23, 2014
Experts for sure!
UofU Patient
October 09, 2014
I walked away with a clear understanding as to why the procedure was important and what to expect from my surgery.
UofU Patient
September 05, 2014
Dr. 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, 2014
Dr. 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, 2014
I wouldn't go anywhere else.
UofU Patient
August 14, 2014
Dr. 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, 2014
Dr. 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, 2014
Dr. 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, 2014
I have never been treated so well by a Dr and their nurses.
UofU Patient
January 09, 2014
always treated great
UofU Patient
September 27, 2013
Dr Hyngstrom came to Huntsman to see me on his lunch hour at another hospital --off campus
UofU Patient
August 04, 2013
I was very glad my instructions were written so I could refer back to them as needed.
UofU Patient
May 29, 2013
Took as much time as necessary to answer questions and provide information.
UofU Patient
April 29, 2013
Dr Hynstrom is so thorough and efficient. He takes care of the problem on the first visit, if possible.
UofU Patient
March 11, 2013
I have already recommended a co-worker to this clinic.
UofU Patient
March 04, 2013
I felt like I could ask questions. He did not make me feel like he was rushed.
UofU Patient
December 03, 2012
I 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!
Dr. Hyngstrom is an Associate Professor in the section of Surgical Oncology, division of General Surgery within the department of Surgery at the University of Utah. His medical practice is in general surgical oncology with a focus on melanoma and sarcoma, treating patients at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. His research interests include immunotherapy clinical trial development and survivorship issues in cancer patients. He currently serves as the site primary investigator at HCI on multiple therapeutic cooperative group and industry sponsored clinical trials focusing on improving care for patients with advanced melanoma and other solid tumors. He is co-director of the physician-lead Clinical Trials Research Group and the clinical lead of the Melanoma Disease Center at HCI. He also serves as the Surgery Chair of the Melanoma Working Group of the Southwest Oncology Cooperative Group through the NCI.
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 completed 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 obtained his fellowship training in general surgical oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Since 2012, he has worked as a faculty surgeon at the University of Utah Huntsman Cancer Institute, and as a contracted surgeon at Intermountain Medical Center.
Academic Locations
Huntsman Cancer Hospital
801-587-8808
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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Associate Professor (Clinical) |
| Academic Divisions | General Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Surgery |
Education History
| Fellowship | The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Surgical Oncology, Program Director: Jason Fleming, MD Fellow |
| Residency | University of Chicago Medical Center, the Pritzker School of Medicine General Surgery, Program Director: Mitchell Posner, MD Resident |
| Fellowship | National Cancer Institute, Surgery Branch Surgical Oncology Clinical Research, Program Director: Steven Rosenberg, MD PhD Fellow |
| Professional Medical | The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine Medicine M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Washington University Biology and History B.A. |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Truong A, Hyngstrom JR, Andtbacka RHI, Noyes RD, Wright M, Snyder J, Winters A, Sause WT, Grossmann KF, Khong HT, Bowen GM, Hitchcock YJ, Grossman D, Bowles TL (2018). Recurrence risk of early-stage melanoma of the external ear: an investigation of surgical approach and sentinel lymph node status. (Epub ahead of print) Melanoma Res.
- Grossman D, Farnham JM, Hyngstrom J, Klapperich ME, Secrest AM, Empey S, Bowen GM, Wada D, Andtbacka RHI, Grossmann K, Bowles TL, Cannon-Albright LA (2018). Similar survival of patients with multiple versus single primary melanomas based on Utah Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results data (1973-2011). J Am Acad Dermatol, 79(2), 238-244.
- Gardner LJ1, Ward M, Andtbacka RHI, Boucher KM, Bowen GM, Bowles TL, Cohen AL, Grossmann K, Hitchcock YJ, Holmen SL, Hyngstrom J, Khong H, McMahon M, Monroe MM, Ross CB, Suneja G, Wada D, Grossman D (10/27/2017). Risk factors for development of melanoma brain metastasis and disease progression: a single-center retrospective analysis. Melanoma Res.
- Gardner LJ, Ward M, Andtbacka RHI, Boucher KM, Bowen GM, Bowles TL, Cohen AL, Grossmann K, Hitchcock YJ, Holmen SL, Hyngstrom J, Khong H, McMahon M, Monroe MM, Ross CB, Suneja G, Wada D, Grossman D (2017). Risk factors for development of melanoma brain metastasis and disease progression: a single-center retrospective analysis. Melanoma Res, 27(5), 477-484.
- Bilimoria KY, Russell MC, Hyngstrom J (8/31/2017). Melanoma Sentinel- Node Metastasis. N Engl J Med.
- Ray A, Williams MA, Meek SM, Bowen RC, Grossmann KF, Andtbacka RH, Bowles TL, Hyngstrom JR, Leachman SA, Grossman D, Bowen GM, Holmen SL, VanBrocklin MW, Suneja G, Khong HT (2016). A phase I study of intratumoral ipilimumab and interleukin-2 in patients with advanced melanoma. Oncotarget, 7(39), 64390-64399.
- Hyngstrom JR, Tzeng CW, Beddar S, Das P, Krishnan S, Delclos ME, Crane CH, Chang GJ, You YN, Feig BW, Skibber JM, Rodriguez-Bigas MA (2014). Intraoperative radiation therapy for locally advanced primary and recurrent colorectal cancer: ten-year institutional experience. J Surg Oncol, 109(7), 652-8.
- Hyngstrom JR, Chiang YJ, Cromwell KD, Ross MI, Xing Y, Mungovan KS, Lee JE, Gershenwald JE, Royal RE, Lucci A, Armer JM, Cormier JN (8/23/2013). Prospective assessment of lymphedema incidence and lymphedema-associated symptoms following lymph node surgery for melanoma. Melanoma Res, 23(4), 290--7.
- Hyngstrom JR, Hu CY, Xing Y, You YN, Feig BW, Skibber JM, Rodriguez-Bigas MA, Cormier JN, Chang GJ (2012). Clinicopathology and outcomes for mucinous and signet ring colorectal adenocarcinoma: analysis from the National Cancer Data Base. Ann Surg Oncol, 19(9), 2814-21.
Letter
- Bilimoria KY, Russell MC, Hyngstrom J (2017). Melanoma Sentinel-Node Metastasis. [Letter to the editor]. N Engl J Med, 377(9), 891.
- Duffy KL, Truong A, Bowen GM, Andtbacka RH, Hyngstrom J, Bowles T, Grossmann K, Khong H, Hyde M, Florell SR, Bowen AR, Wada D, Grossman D (2014). Adequacy of 5-mm surgical excision margins for non-lentiginous melanoma in situ. [Letter to the editor]. J Am Acad Dermatol, 71(4), 835-8.
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Journal Article
Gardner LJ1, Ward M, Andtbacka RHI, Boucher KM, Bowen GM, Bowles TL, Cohen AL, Grossmann K, Hitchcock YJ, Holmen SL, Hyngstrom J, Khong H, McMahon M, Monroe MM, Ross CB, Suneja G, Wada D, Grossman D (10/27/2017). Risk factors for development of melanoma brain metastasis and disease progression: a single-center retrospective analysis. Melanoma Res.
Global Impact: Global.Bilimoria KY, Russell MC, Hyngstrom J (8/31/2017). Melanoma Sentinel- Node Metastasis. N Engl J Med.
Global Impact: Global.