Overview
Dr. Shum an ear, nose, and throat surgeon with a practice that includes general Otolaryngology with a particular interest in the treatment of sleep disorders including sleep apnea. He is a native of Kansas City, and he obtained his undergraduate degree at Princeton University, where he conducted award-winning research in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering. He obtained his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, where he earned a research training grant from the NIH and a student research award from the Department of Otolaryngology. He completed his Otolaryngology residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he stayed to complete fellowship training in both Pediatric Otolaryngology and Sleep Medicine. His fellowship training included advanced surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.
His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, and Septoplasty.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shum is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
8900 W. Doyne Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53226
W129 N7055 Northfield Dr., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shum 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.
Clinical Research
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Otolaryngology - Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital
Dr. Joel H. Blumin is a Fellowship trained,Board Certified Otolaryngologist/Head & Neck Surgeon who has a clinical emphasis in treating patients with voice and throat problems. He is the Chief of the Division of Laryngology & Professional Voice and professor in the Department of Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences. He sees patients of all ages.Dr. Blumin graduated from the Carver College of Medicine at the University of Iowa in 1993. He was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society in 1992. Following medical school, he went back to his home of Los Angeles, CA for a residency in Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery at UCLA. As a resident, he received multiple awards for excellence in both teaching and research.After his residency he stayed at UCLA to become the first Fellow in Laryngology, Voice Disorders, and Bronchoesophagology under the mentorship of Dr. Gerald S. Berke. During this two-year Fellowship, he honed his diagnostic and surgical skills within the subspecialty of Laryngology.At the Medical College of Wisconsin, Dr. Blumin focuses his practice on diseases of the larynx and treatment of vocal professionals in all walks of life. He has a special interest and has been nationally recognized for his care of patients with spasmodic dysphonia, a neurologic disorder of the larynx. He also treats patients with airway stenosis, head & neck cancer, swallowing disorders, and tumors of the larynx.He also enjoys his role as an academic otolaryngologist, teaching residents and medical students the art and the science of medical practice. His research interests lie in neurolaryngology, laryngeal biomechanics and spasmodic dysphonia. He is a member of the council of theAmerican Laryngological Association.Dr. Blumin has a simple philosophy of patient care that was passed to him from his mentors: treat every patient as if they were your mother or father. He will carefully explain a patient's diagnosis, discuss treatment options in terms they can understand, and generate a collaborative plan. Dr. Blumin is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngitis, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Blumin is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Blumin is currently accepting new patients.
North Hills Health Center - Specialty Clinics
Dr. Woodson has dualboard certification in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Sleep Medicine. He is a nationally and internationally recognized expert in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome. He has lectured worldwide on issues related to surgery and sleep medicine.Dr. Woodson has an active clinical practice in both general Otolaryngology and in Sleep Medicine. Dr. Woodson is the Director of the Froedtert Hospital/Medical College of Wisconsin Sleep Disorders Program. He is active in developing new surgical treatments for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Additionally, he has served on Sleep Disorders, Standards of Practice, New Medical, Drug and Device, and the National Sleep Medicine Course Committees of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Dr. Woodson serves as an advisor for the American Sleep Apnea Association, Resmed (which is a world leader in respiratory equipment for sleep apnea), and professional football. He has organized multiple national and international meetings including the Cherry Blossom Conference of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, the Missouri Allergy and Sleep Disorders Update in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and the 3rd and 4th International Congress of Sleep Apnea. Dr. Woodson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Drowsiness, and Endoscopy. Dr. Woodson is board certified in Otolaryngology and Sleep Medicine.
Froedtert And The Medical College Of Wisconsin Froedtert Hospital
David Friedland is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Friedland is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Otitis, DFNB1, Myringotomy, and Mastoidectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Axel Shum
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Axel Shum?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Axel Shum by calling their office at 414-805-5580. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Axel Shum a top-rated expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Axel Shum is classified as an Experienced expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea, 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. Axel Shum specialize in?
While Dr. Axel Shum is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, and Septoplasty. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Axel Shum participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Axel Shum has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obstructive Sleep Apnea. You can view a list of Dr. Axel Shum's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Axel Shum accept my insurance?
Dr. Axel Shum accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Aspirus Arise Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 414-805-5580 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Shum isExperienced. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.