Dr. Barrera completed his Residency in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Stanford Health Care in California, where he gained extensive experience in hand and microsurgical techniques. He further honed his specialization through the Orthopedic Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Fellowship at NYU Langone Grossman School of Medicine, completing his advanced training last year.

Dr. Barrera has authored numerous peer reviewed research articles and textbook chapters. His clinical research is dedicated to improving patient outcomes, with a particular focus on wrist and finger fractures, nerve recovery following decompression or repair, and cutting-edge microvascular reconstruction techniques. His expertise spans the full spectrum of hand, wrist and peripheral nerve disorders, providing comprehensive care to patients with both common and complex conditions.