Summary

Dr. Axel Shum specializes in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery and Sleep Medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients with complex ear, nose, throat, and sleep-related conditions. He completed his medical degree at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he also pursued advanced fellowship training in Head and Neck Surgery, finishing his specialized training in 2023. With nine years of experience in medicine, Dr. Shum combines surgical expertise with sleep disorder management. He provides care in English for patients throughout the region.

Dr. Shum practices at Froedtert Lutheran Memorial Hospital, seeing patients in Menomonee Falls and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He focuses on treating sleep apnea in both adults and children, along with obstructive sleep apnea conditions. His procedural expertise includes conducting comprehensive sleep studies and at-home sleep evaluations to help diagnose sleep disorders. Dr. Shum also performs polysomnograms to provide detailed analysis of sleep patterns and breathing issues. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 9 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Axel Shum has 2 locations

North Hills Health Center - Specialty Clinics

W129N7055 Northfield DrMenomonee Falls, WI 53051

Otolaryngology - Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital

8900 W Doyne AveMilwaukee, WI 53226

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9 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Menomonee Falls , WIMenomonee Falls , WIHartford , WIWaukesha , WI
Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin (Head and Neck Surgery) Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Axel Shum

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Medical Specialties

Axel Shum has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Axel Shum has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Otolaryngology
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology
  • Sleep Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

9 Years Experience

Axel Shum holds an expired medical license in the state of Wisconsin.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Medical College of Wisconsin in 2023.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin (Head and Neck Surgery) in 2022 and University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2017.

NPI Number

Axel Shum's NPI number is 1730610692.

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