Dr. Shuman is a fellow of the Gerontological Society of America and nationally recognized by the American Dental Association and LeadingAge as a leader in advancing geriatric oral health.

As a professor in dentistry, he directs the Division of Hospital and Special Care Dentistry and Oral Health Services for Older Adults Program at the University of Minnesota. Recently he was the principal investigator for Dementia Friendly Dental Practice sponsored by the Metro Area Agency on Aging.