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Austin, Texas · Independent · Est. 2005

Twenty years of
doing it right.

Westlake Anesthesia Group is Austin's independent, physician-owned anesthesiology practice. Founded in 2005 on the belief that exceptional patient care and a sustainable career aren't in conflict — and we've spent two decades proving it.

Est.
2005
Independently serving Austin for twenty years
11
Ambulatory surgery center sites across the Austin metro
Physician-
Owned
Independent, not corporate — decisions made for the team
Austin,
TX
Born here, built here, and growing with this city
Austin, Texas skyline

Built differently,
by design.

"We founded WAG to be the practice we actually wanted to work in. Twenty years later, that hasn't changed."

Founded in 2005, Westlake Anesthesia Group is an independently owned, physician-led anesthesiology practice serving eleven ambulatory surgery centers across Austin. We've built a model that proves outstanding clinical care and a sustainable personal life aren't mutually exclusive.

Independent & Physician-Owned Ambulatory Surgery Focused Copractica Partner Est. 2005
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A career that works
with your life.

We're actively growing. If you're a CRNA, CAA, or anesthesiologist looking for a practice built around sustainable, high-quality work — we should talk.

Monday through Friday, days only. Your evenings, weekends, and holidays are yours.

No call · No nights · No weekends · No holidays · No trauma, cardiac, or OB
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Looking for dependable
anesthesia coverage?

WAG has been a trusted anesthesia partner for Austin-area surgical facilities for over two decades. We bring a physician-led model, consistent staffing, and deep ambulatory surgery center experience.

Austin Hill Country surgical facility area served by Westlake Anesthesia Group
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Hire WAG

Looking for a dependable, physician-led anesthesia group for your ambulatory surgery center or surgical facility? WAG serves eleven sites across the Austin metro with consistent, professional coverage.

  • Physician-directed anesthesia model
  • High-volume ambulatory surgery center experience
  • Orthopedics, ENT, general, gynecology, plastics, and more
  • No trauma, cardiac, or OB — focused and reliable
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Eleven Sites, One Team

From Westlake Hills to Cedar Park, the Domain to Hays County — WAG covers the Austin metro with a single, cohesive team and a consistent standard of care.

  • Westlake Hospital · Cedar Park Surgery Center
  • Stonegate · Surgeon's Point · Legent
  • Hays Surgery Center · Buckingham · ARC
  • Sinus & Snoring Specialists · Legent Oak
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Eleven sites.
One team.

From Westlake Hills to Cedar Park, South Austin to Round Rock — all ambulatory, all lifestyle-focused.

Map of the Austin, Texas metro area served by Westlake Anesthesia Group

Westlake Hospital

Westlake Hills

Cedar Park Surgery Center

Cedar Park

Stonegate Surgery Center

South Austin

Surgeon's Point

Cedar Park

Legent Surgery Center

Domain Area

Legent Oak Surgery Center

Domain Area

Hays Surgery Center

Hays County

Buckingham Center

Westlake Hills

Sinus & Snoring Specialists

Domain Area

Austin Regional Clinic

Round Rock & South Austin

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Led by people who
built it themselves.

Dr. Paul Playfair

Paul Playfair, MD

Founder & President · Partner

Dr. Playfair founded Westlake Anesthesia Group in 2005 on a straightforward belief: that exceptional anesthesia care and a sustainable personal life aren't in conflict. Known throughout Austin for his clinical judgment and lasting relationships with surgeons and facilities, he remains the anchor of the practice he built.

WAG is a physician-led partnership supported by a deep bench of CRNAs, CAAs, and associate physicians who share a common conviction: that the best clinical environments are built on trust, communication, and mutual respect.

6
Partner physicians
13+
CRNAs & CAAs
11
Clinical sites
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In their own
words.

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Westlake Anesthesia Group consistently delivers exceptional service, ensuring a seamless surgical experience. Their skilled anesthesiologists demonstrate expertise, precision, and effective communication, fostering a collaborative environment in the operating room.
Surgical Colleague
Austin, TX
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I appreciate their commitment to patient safety and the seamless coordination that enhances overall surgical outcomes. Their commitment to efficient and practical anesthesia facilitates rapid turnovers which greatly enhance surgeon satisfaction and work-life balance.
Surgeon Partner
Austin, TX
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I felt well-cared-for, and the team's professionalism significantly eased my apprehensions about being put to sleep.
Patient
Austin, TX
"
I highly recommend Westlake Anesthesia for their exceptional services. With a team of skilled anesthesiologists and CRNAs, they prioritize patient safety and comfort throughout every surgical procedure. The collaborative approach sets them apart.
Facility Partner
Austin, TX
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Billing or pre-procedure questions?

Billing for WAG anesthesia services is managed by Copractica. For questions about a bill, insurance, or an upcoming procedure, contact their team directly or visit our contact page.