4.9
21 Ratings with 8 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Melani Shaum is an oncologist and hematologist who earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She completed her residency at UCLA Medical Center, bringing 46 years of experience to cancer and blood disorder care. Dr. Shaum is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Shaum is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and practices at multiple Cedars-Sinai The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute locations in West Hollywood, Santa Monica, and Lompoc, California. She specializes in treating conditions such as high cholesterol in children and teens, chronic kidney disease, and hypertension. Her expertise includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differentials, and general blood tests. Patients rate Dr. Shaum 4.9 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Shaum is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and practices at multiple Cedars-Sinai The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute locations in West Hollywood, Santa Monica, and Lompoc, California. She specializes in treating conditions such as high cholesterol in children and teens, chronic kidney disease, and hypertension. Her expertise includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differentials, and general blood tests. Patients rate Dr. Shaum 4.9 out of 5 stars on average.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 46 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Ucla Medical Center
- 8 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Melani Pertcheck Shaum has 3 locationsCedars-Sinai The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute - 1919 Santa Monica
8700 Beverly BlvdWest Hollywood, CA 90048Cedars-Sinai The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute - 1919 Santa Monica
1919 Santa Monica Blvd Fl 4Santa Monica, CA 90404Lompoc Health Hematology Oncology
1213 E Ocean Ave Ste 102Lompoc, CA 93436 Tel: (805) 735-1155
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Melani Pertcheck Shaum, MD | Dr. Ronald Tang, DO | Dr. Shahrooz Eshaghian, MD, FACP | Dr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MD |
| Oncology | Oncology | Oncology | Oncology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 46 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Cantonese, Spanish | Speaks English, Farsi, Hebrew | Speaks English |
| West Hollywood , CA | Montebello , CA | Los Angeles , CA | San Clemente , CA |
| Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific | Med School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melani Pertcheck Shaum
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Melani Pertcheck Shaum has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melani Pertcheck Shaum has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
46 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Ucla Medical Center
Medical School
Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980
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- Dr. Melani Shaum speaks English and Spanish.
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- Dr. Melani Shaum is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center.
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