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Dr. Helen Shum

Medical Oncology & Hematology

Dr. Helen Shum is a Board Certified Physician in the areas of Internal Medicine, Hematology, and Oncology.

Dr. Shum earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Brandeis University in Massachusetts while minoring in Anthropology and Biochemistry. After her undergraduate studies, she attended Drexel University College of Medicine in Pennsylvania where she received her Medical Degree. She completed her Internal Medicine internship and residency at Brown University and went on to complete her fellowship training in Hematology and Oncology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center.

During her training, Dr. Shum has participated in basic science research at Cornell University, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, and the New York Blood Center. She also co-authored several publications on various topics in clinical oncology. Since completing her training, Dr. Shum has treated patients with a wide variety of hematologic and oncologic disorders in Manhasset, New York. She is thrilled to be returning to Queens to continue to serve her community alongside other medical professionals at New York Cancer & Blood Specialists.

Credentials:  M.D.
Education & Training
   FACP:    Montefiore Medical Center
    Residency:    Brown University
    Medical School:    Drexel University College of Medicine
    College:    Brandeis University


Flushing Hospital Medical Center
Glen Cove Hospital
Huntington Hospital
Long Island Jewish Forest Hills
Mount Sinai Queens
NSLIJ-New Hyde Park
New York Presbyterian-Queens
Plainview Hospital
St. Francis Hospital

Patient Reviews

  • "She gave me the excellent care Thank you Dr Shum."
      from ed 5.0 Stars - (2024-09-29)
  • "Fully satisfied"
      from Rudolph 5.0 Stars - (2024-09-25)
  • "Great staff And Dr Helen is a caring Dr. And very informative"
      from VirginiaRose 5.0 Stars - (2024-09-24)
  • "Dr. Shum is amazing. I was a bit reluctant since the clinic was about 2hr away but after meeting Dr. Shum I will gladly continue to make the trip. She was so tentative and made what could be a scary appointment comfortable. Her approach on figuring out what is wrong makes me feel that I am in good hands and this gives me some ease."
      from Yesenia 5.0 Stars - (2024-09-14)
  • "I appreciate my doctor taking good care of my needs, and the staff is pleasant and helpful."
      from Caroline 5.0 Stars - (2024-09-11)
  • "Felt very comfortable with her. She is professional."
      from Stephanie 5.0 Stars - (2024-09-04)
  • "The whole staff s great. Dr pak .. is fantastic let's me know everything. Dr shum saved my life when she told me about my sleep apani. I had an Inspire installed and I sleep great. I can not wait for my next visit. THANK YOU."
      from John 5.0 Stars - (2024-08-29)
  • "Dr. Helen Shum is knowledgable and professional. I'm so great to find a doctor who is care for the well-being of her patients. The visit was very informative and thorough, it helped me to make a better decision on caring for myself. The staffs are friendly and the wait time is not too long."
      from Janice 5.0 Stars - (2024-08-27)
  • "My experience was very pleasant. Office is clean and staff very friendly."
      from Yolanda 4.0 Stars - (2024-08-27)
  • "Awesome care doctor Shum & staff are the best they make my visits easy & peaceful…."
      from Terrance 5.0 Stars - (2024-08-26)