Dr. de Lara joined National Spine & Pain Centers in 2012. He was born in the Philippines and raised in the suburbs of northern New Jersey. The child of immigrant parents, he has a deep-rooted appreciation for the American Dream and desire to contribute to society, both of which have fueled his career in medicine.
He is a graduate of Rutgers University and University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), where he attended the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and served as Chief Resident during his Anesthesiology Residency. Dr. de Lara completed his fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at the NJ Pain Institute of UMDNJ.
Currently, he is a member of the following professional organizations:
- American Society of Anesthesiologists
- North American Neuromodulation Society
- American Medical Association
- New Jersey State Society of Anesthesiologists
Dr. de Lara believes successful pain management begins with treating every patient as unique. Honest, compassionate and understanding, Dr. de Lara’s excellent diagnostic and technical skills have earned him the trust of his patients and colleagues alike. He enjoys spending time with his family, exercising and playing tennis.
