Cardiology & Primary Care
Dr. L.K. Lala, MD, PhD
Cardiologist and Internal Medicine Physician
About Dr. Lala MD, PhD
Meet Dr. Lala
Dr. L.K. Lala has been a practicing cardiologist and internal medicine physician for more than 30 years. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, and Geriatric Medicine. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor at Hackensack University Medical Center/UMDNJ.
Dr. Lala received his M.D. in 1979 from the University of Brussels in Belgium, an Internationally renowned medical school. In addition, he received his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the University of California San Francisco, after which he completed fellowships in reputed basic science laboratories.
After earning his M.D., Dr. Lala completed his Internal Medicine residency at Yale-affiliated St. Vincent Hospital, and his Cardiology Fellowship at St. Louis University Hospital.
Dr. Lala is fluent in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
Hindi
Philosophy of Patient Care
Dr. Lala's philosophy toward healthcare is to treat each patient as a whole, with an emphasis on prevention. He believes that the patient-doctor relationship must always be based on trust, respect and compassion. Every patient should feel completely comfortable with Dr. Lala to address any and all concerns they have about their health. Dr. Lala's goal is to develop a proactive partnership with you to maximize your own health.
Treating The Whole Person
You should feel supported, cared for, and feel that you can express all your concerns and that your top priority. I am here for you. You are my priority. Each of our patients will receive an individually designed treatment plan Be proactive and take ownership of your health.
Since the whole intent is to treat the person as a whole, when need be I can refer to the most reputable specialists in surgery, gastroenterology, dermatology, orthopedics, urology, obstetrics and gynecology.
Healing Through Words
Dr. Lala has long believed that our mindset shapes our health—and that our health, in turn, shapes our mindset.
Over the years, he has gathered thousands of meaningful quotations that have guided and uplifted him throughout his life.
Together with his son, Dr. Om Lala, he recently compiled these quotes into a single volume, thoughtfully organized by topic to make them easy to explore.
We’re pleased to share this digital collection with you below. May it offer the same insight, strength, and inspiration it has brought to us.
Family
Dr. Lala lives with his family in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey and serves patients from Bergen County as well as from the larger tri-state area. He is married to Kavita Lala, a certified practicing electrologist and Professor of Textiles. Dr. and Mrs. Lala have two children, Dr. Anu Lala-Trindade, an internationally renowned cardiologist and professor at Mount Sinai hospital in New York, and Dr. Om Lala, a leading executive coach for physician leaders and entrepreneurs, and teaches mindfulness stress reduction techniques and coaching at Harvard University. Their son-in-law, Dr. Arvind Trindade, is an internationally renowned gastroenterologist and the Chief of Endoscopy and Professor at Rutgers University’s state-wide health system.
Patient Testimonials
"Without question, Dr. L.K. Lala is the finest doctor we have had the advantage of knowing, and at the ages of 85 and 89, we have known many. He literally saved Ken's life when several physicians wanted to use an experimental technique on his heart. We took Dr. Lala's advice to have open heart surgery and later followed with a Pace Maker. We go to his office very five weeks, and Kaye gets his advice after seeing any other doctor. He has always been proven to be correct. Now our grown-up children have Dr. Lala as their primary doctor too."
–Ken & Kaye B.
"Dr. Lala is primary care physician to three generations in our family. His professional expertise and compassionate bed-side manner are a rare combination in today's medical practices. That same professionalism and compassion is present in the staff that makes you feel like family."
-River Watts
"For the past 25 years, Dr. Lala has provided my husband and me with the best medical care. He is a kind, caring, gentle doctor, dedicated to his profession. He has always been there when needed. With all his professional skills, he remains a humble man."
–Helen K.
"For the past many years, Dr. Lala has given us excellent medical care. Paula and I appreciate it so much. Thank you, you are a credit to the human race."
–Harry M.
Patient Testimonials
"Without question, Dr. L.K. Lala is the finest doctor we have had the advantage of knowing, and at the ages of 85 and 89, we have known many. He literally saved Ken's life when several physicians wanted to use an experimental technique on his heart. We took Dr. Lala's advice to have open heart surgery and later followed with a Pace Maker. We go to his office very five weeks, and Kaye gets his advice after seeing any other doctor. He has always been proven to be correct. Now our grown-up children have Dr. Lala as their primary doctor too."
–Ken & Kaye B.
"Dr. Lala is primary care physician to three generations in our family. His professional expertise and compassionate bed-side manner are a rare combination in today's medical practices. That same professionalism and compassion is present in the staff that makes you feel like family."
-River Watts
"For the past 25 years, Dr. Lala has provided my husband and me with the best medical care. He is a kind, caring, gentle doctor, dedicated to his profession. He has always been there when needed. With all his professional skills, he remains a humble man."
–Helen K.
"For the past many years, Dr. Lala has given us excellent medical care. Paula and I appreciate it so much. Thank you, you are a credit to the human race."
–Harry M.