Richard M. Schuman, MD, FACP

Medical Oncology, Hematology

Language(s): English

Education
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
Residency
Internal Medicine, Brown University, Providence, RI
Fellowship
Oncology, Harvard University / Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA; Hematology, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Rutgers Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ
Honors
Jersey Choice, Top Doctor; New Jersey Monthly, Top Doctor
Member
American Society of Clinical Oncology, Fellow, American College of Physicians
Leadership
Medical Director, Oncology Services, Hackensack Meridian, JFK University Medical Center, Edison, NJ

“Over the years of my early schooling and training, treating oncology patients was always the most rewarding. I am amazed by the strength of these people, and awed by their family support, which inspires me to work harder toward building a partnership in recovery. I strive to develop the best treatment plan, ensuring that I’ve explored all options to find the right one for every person. I want you to have confidence that you’ve received a well-informed, honest representation of your condition and treatment options. It’s my goal to be approachable, to ensure your comfort with my recommendations and expertise, and to listen to your concerns and goals.”



Patient Reviews

  • "Excellent care and attention by Dr. Schumann and his nurses. They have a very caring attitude and take enough time to review everything and properly handsome my questions. Communications and follow up are also very good."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-06-23)
  • "Love this office everyone is so friendly and helpful.Dr Schuman is great 👍"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-06-18)
  • "Everyone is very professional and helpful. Dr. . Schuman is a fantastic doctor, sometimes he’s running behind schedule, not intentionally but because he gives his patients 110% and is concerned not only about treating the condition you came in for but other health issues you may have which contribute to your illness. Excellent bedside manner - we need more like him. Top Doc for sure."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-06-14)
  • "I appreciate Dr Shuman patience he is and exelent professional listened all my concerns and questions caring and compassionate also excellent staff"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-06-11)
  • "The people here are helpful and courteous."
      5.0 Stars - (2025-06-04)
  • "He was very thorough and professional. Great and caring physician"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-05-21)
  • "From diagnosis and everything in between I have nothing but appreciation and thanks for Dr. Schuman and the staff at Astera. It has been a long road but I honestly always feel like I have the best team looking out for me. Thank you"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-05-20)
  • "Yes, I liked the attention, the doctor very friendly in all aspects and thank you very much for having treated me"
      4.0 Stars - (2025-04-30)
  • "Dr Richard Schuman is one of the finest physicians I have met in my Life. Dr. Schuman is very caring, kind and takes the time to explain everything in detail no matter how long it takes. I am Thankful to have Dr. Schuman as my Doctor for over 20 years!"
      5.0 Stars - (2025-04-11)
  • "Dr Schuman was very apologetic for the 1 1/2 hour wait before he saw me. Unfortunately the scheduler over booked his appointments. Aside from that he was very attentive to my concerns and was thorough with his examination. He answered my concerns and made me feel very confident. I am extremely happy with this doctor however not with the wait."
      4.0 Stars - (2025-03-12)