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Dr. Melani Shaum, MD

Hematology & Oncology*

4.3 (18)

Lompoc, CA

Accepting new patients

44 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Melani Shaum, MD

Dr. Melani Shaum, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Specialist in Lompoc, CA. They specialize in Hematology & Oncology, has 44 years of experience, and is board certified in Hematology. They graduated from Northwestern University and is affiliated with Cedars - Sinai Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center and Lompoc Valley Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Shaum an average 4.3 star rating.

Dr. Shaum works at Lompoc Health in Lompoc, CA with other offices in Santa Monica, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Leukocytosis, Breast Cancer and Anemia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Shaum's Office Locations

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Hematology-Oncology
1213 E Ocean Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436 Directions (805) 735-1133

Monday

09:00 - 16:30

Tuesday

09:00 - 16:30

Wednesday

09:00 - 16:30

Thursday

09:00 - 16:30

Friday

09:00 - 11:30
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Santa Monica
2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 560W, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Directions (310) 231-2121

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Cedars - Sinai Medical Center
Providence Saint John's Health Center
Lompoc Valley Medical Center

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4.3

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About Dr. Melani Shaum, MD

Specialties*

Hematology & Oncology
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Years of Experience

44 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English

NPI Number

1144333477

Education & Certifications

Medical Education

Northwestern University

Board Certifications

Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology

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Is Dr. Melani Shaum, MD accepting new patients?

Dr. Melani Shaum, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Shaum is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

Does Dr. Melani Shaum, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Shaum accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. Melani Shaum, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Shaum has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

What practice does Dr. Melani Shaum, MD work with?

Dr. Shaum works at Lompoc Health in Lompoc, CA with other offices in Santa Monica, CA. View the full addresses on Dr. Shaum’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. Melani Shaum, MD treats?

Dr. Shaum has seen patients for Leukocytosis, Breast Cancer and Anemia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Shaum on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

How do patients rate Dr. Melani Shaum, MD in reviews?

18 patients have reviewed Dr. Shaum. The overall rating for this provider is 4.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shaum.

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Dr. Melani Shaum, MD

Overview of Dr. Melani Shaum, MD

Dr. Shaum's Office Locations

Hospital Affiliations

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