Overview
Andrew G. Shuman, MD, FACS, HEC-C is a head & neck cancer surgeon and a tenured Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School. He serves as chief of the clinical ethics service for Michigan Bioethics.He is the Assistant Dean for Veterans Affairs University of Michigan Medical School and the Associate Chief of Staff-Education at the VA Ann Arbor Health System, where he directs the educational experience for 1600 pre- and post-doctoral trainees and learners.Dr. Shuman is internationally recognized as a thought leader in ethical issues arising within the field of otolaryngology and surgical oncology. His work involves defining the conceptual dimensions of “surgical ethics,” applying his perspective as a practicing surgeon and clinical ethicist to normative and empirical bioethics research. He received extramural research funding for his work from NIH, the VA and societal grants, and has a portfolio of publications in leading journals in the fields of ethics, oncology and otolaryngology including The New England Journal of Medicine, JAMA and Nature Medicine. He has acted as PI on projects focused on cancer treatment decision-making, precision oncology and drug shortages, tailored to directly inform both the clinical practice and legal regulation of these ethically contentious and clinically complex disciplines. He was closely involved in Michigan Medicine and the VA's pandemic response, as well as at the state and national level on the ethics of scarce resource allocation including testifying in front of the United States Senate.Dr. Shuman completed fellowships in head and neck surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, and in medical ethics at Weill Medical College of Cornell University. He completed his residency in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Michigan. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan Medical School, and also graduated from the University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science and the Arts.
Dr. Shuman is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, Tongue Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Thyroidectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 191 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 1 Reception A, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
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Dr. Shuman has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Andrew G. Shuman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew G. Shuman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Andrew G. Shuman by calling their office at 734-936-8051. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Andrew G. Shuman a top-rated expert for Throat Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Andrew G. Shuman is classified as an Elite expert for Throat Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Andrew G. Shuman specialize in?
While Dr. Andrew G. Shuman is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Throat Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer, and Laryngectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Andrew G. Shuman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Andrew G. Shuman has published 191 articles and abstracts on conditions like Throat Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Andrew G. Shuman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Andrew G. Shuman accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrew G. Shuman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-936-8051 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Laryngeal CancerDr. Shuman isElite. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- LaryngectomyDr. Shuman isElite. Learn about Laryngectomy.
- Throat CancerDr. Shuman isElite. Learn about Throat Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Shuman isDistinguished. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- Tongue CancerDr. Shuman isDistinguished. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
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- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Shuman isAdvanced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- Human Papillomavirus InfectionDr. Shuman isAdvanced. Learn about Human Papillomavirus Infection.
- Male Pattern BaldnessDr. Shuman isAdvanced. Learn about Male Pattern Baldness.
- Mikulicz DiseaseDr. Shuman isAdvanced. Learn about Mikulicz Disease.
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- Abdominal Cystic LymphangiomaDr. Shuman isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Cystic Lymphangioma.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Shuman isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. Shuman isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Cavernous LymphangiomaDr. Shuman isExperienced. Learn about Cavernous Lymphangioma.
- Dry MouthDr. Shuman isExperienced. Learn about Dry Mouth.