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Medical Oncologist, Hematologist Oncologist, specializing in Urologic Cancers, Thoracic Cancers
Dr. Primo N. Lara Jr., MD, is an internationally respected medical oncologist and physician-scientist specializing in genitourinary malignancies. He serves as Executive Associate Dean for Cancer Programs at UC Davis School of Medicine and Director of the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute-designated center. Dr. Lara earned his medical degree from the University of the Philippines and completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Davis, followed by a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the same institution. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology and is widely recognized for his leadership in academic oncology.
Dr. Lara’s research is focused on drug development and clinical trials in prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers. He has played a pivotal role in bringing innovative therapies from bench to bedside and has led numerous Phase I–III clinical trials in collaboration with national cooperative groups and pharmaceutical sponsors. As a prolific author, Dr. Lara has published extensively in high-impact journals, with contributions that have advanced the understanding of cancer biology, treatment resistance, and biomarker development. His work has received continuous peer-reviewed funding from the National Cancer Institute and other prestigious agencies, and he is a frequent contributor to national guidelines and cancer policy initiatives.
A prominent leader in academic medicine, Dr. Lara has held multiple leadership roles at UC Davis and within national oncology networks. He serves on editorial boards of major oncology journals and is a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences. Deeply committed to the advancement of cancer research and education, he mentors medical students, residents, and fellows in clinical oncology and translational science. Through his sustained contributions to research, education, and institutional leadership, Dr. Lara continues to shape the future of cancer care and discovery.
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