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Dr. Merrill Shum, MD

Hematology*

4.6 (24)

Whittier, CA

Accepting new patients

24 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Merrill Shum, MD

Dr. Merrill Shum, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Whittier, CA. They specialize in Hematology, has 24 years of experience. They graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina and is affiliated with PIH Health Whittier Hospital. Dr. Shum, completed a residency at Cooper Hospital University Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Shum an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Shum works at Cancer & Blood Specialty Clinic in Whittier, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Bleeding Disorders and Venous Embolism and Thrombosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem 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. Shum's Office Locations

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Cancer & Blood Specialty Clinic
16315 Whittier Blvd Ste 103, Whittier, CA 90603 Directions (562) 358-3360

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About Dr. Merrill Shum, MD

Specialties*

Hematology
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Years of Experience

24 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English, Cantonese and Spanish

NPI Number

1982819702

Education & Certifications

Fellowship

Cooper Hospital University Medical Center

Residency

Cooper Hospital University Medical Center

Internship

Cooper Hospital University Medical Center

Medical Education

Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina

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Is Dr. Merrill Shum, MD accepting new patients?

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

Does Dr. Merrill Shum, MD accept my insurance?

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

Does Dr. Merrill Shum, MD offer telehealth services?

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

What practice does Dr. Merrill Shum, MD work with?

Dr. Shum works at Cancer & Blood Specialty Clinic in Whittier, CA. View the full address on Dr. Shum’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. Merrill Shum, MD treats?

Dr. Shum has seen patients for Bleeding Disorders and Venous Embolism and Thrombosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Shum on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

What languages does Dr. Merrill Shum, MD speak?

Dr. Shum speaks Cantonese and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Merrill Shum, MD in reviews?

24 patients have reviewed Dr. Shum. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shum.

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Dr. Merrill Shum, MD

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Dr. Shum's Office Locations

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