Overview
Betty Shum is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Madera, California. Dr. Shum is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Mixed Gonadal Dysgenesis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
9300 Valley Childrens Pl, Madera, CA 93636
12500 Stockdale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93314
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
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. Betty Shum
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Betty Shum?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Betty Shum by calling their office at 559-353-8700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Betty Shum a top-rated expert for Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Betty Shum is classified as an Advanced expert for Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), 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. Betty Shum specialize in?
While Dr. Betty Shum is a Pediatric Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Short Stature (Growth Disorders). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Betty Shum participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Betty Shum has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS). You can view a list of Dr. Betty Shum's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Betty Shum accept my insurance?
Dr. Betty Shum accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 559-353-8700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Familial Short Stature (FSS)Dr. Shum isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Short Stature (FSS).
- Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS)
- Short Stature (Growth Disorders)
- Experienced
- Acanthosis NigricansDr. Shum isExperienced. Learn about Acanthosis Nigricans.
- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Shum isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
- Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
- Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD)Dr. Shum isExperienced. Learn about Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD).
- HypogonadismDr. Shum isExperienced. Learn about Hypogonadism.
- Hypogonadotropic HypogonadismDr. Shum isExperienced. Learn about Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism.