Dr. Allan Lara

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Allan Lara is a board-certified pediatric physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at UT Health Austin Pediatric Neurosciences, Dell Children’s. He specializes in treating children with congenital and acquired physical disabilities. Lara earned his medical degree from UT Health San Antonio and completed his internship and residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at University Hospital and Children’s Hospital San Antonio. He furthered his training with a fellowship in pediatric rehabilitation medicine at Texas Children’s Hospital in collaboration with Baylor College of Medicine. His clinical interests encompass rehabilitation for neuromuscular disorders, cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injuries, spasticity management, and electrodiagnostics. Lara actively collaborates with families and a multidisciplinary team to help each child reach their fullest potential, emphasizing that every child, regardless of their disability, should have the opportunity to experience a joy-filled life through play.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

UT Health Austin • Austin, TX

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Introductory statistics course (grade C or higher) Volunteer or paid work in social work or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Professional resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research methods syllabus (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.