Dr. Florence Shum D.O.
Neurologist | Electrodiagnostic Medicine
1099 Targee Street Staten Island New York, 10304About
Dr. Florence Shum is a distinguished Neurologist in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Shum specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system. With expertise in handling complex conditions like epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and migraines, Dr. Shum employs advanced techniques and personalized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes. As a neurologist, Dr. Shum is committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in neurological research and therapies.
Education and Training
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Clinical Neurophysiology
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Teaches mainly for Continuing Education Purposes -
Treatments
- Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Sleep Electroencephalogram
- 24-Hour Electroencephalogram (24-Hour EEG)
- Electromyogram (EMG)
- Somatosensory Evoked Potentials (SSEP)
- Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV)
- Visual Evoked Response (VER)
- Visual Evoked Response (VER) Peripheral Stimulation
- Peripheral Stimulation
- Cervical Facet Blocks
- Radiofrequency Ablation of Joints ( RFA )
- Epidural Steroid Injections
- Epidural Lysis of Adhesions
- Occipital Nerve Blocks
- Botox Injections
- Percutaneous Discectomy
- Spinal Cord Stimulation ( SCS )
- Intrathecal Pump for Medications
- Stellate Ganglion Block
- Joint Injections
- Thoracic Facet Block Injections
- Trigger Point / Coccyx Injection
- Lumbar Sympathetic Plexus Block
- Amniotic Fluid Injections
- Adult Stem Cell Therapy Injections
- Advanced Spinal Cord Stimulators
- Electro-diagnostic Testing
- Neuropsychological Services
- Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery (MISS)
- Microlumbar Discectomy (MLD)
- Anterior Cervical Discectomy/Decompression and Fusion (ACDF)
- Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody (TLIF
- Cervical & Lumbar Disc Arthroplasty (Artificial Disc)
- Interspinous Process Decompression (IPD)
- Kyphoplasty
- Endovascular Neurosurgery
- General Orthopedics
- Trauma Care
- Sports Injuries
- Shoulder & Elbow Care
- Knee Care
- Hip and Joint Replacement
- Foot & Ankle
- Hand & Wrist
- Isokinetic Machines
- Biodex Treadmill
- Manual Therapy
Internships
- Staten Island University Hospital
Fellowships
- SUNY Downstate (Clinical Neurophysiology with Special Competence in Electrodiagnostic Medicine)
Professional Society Memberships
- Richmond County Medical Society, American Academy of Neurology, American Association of Neuromuscular Electrodiagnostic Medicine
What do you attribute your success to?
Hard Work, Perseverance
Favorite professional publications
- Neurology, Muscle and Nerve
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