Overview
Paul Playfair is an Anesthesiologist in West Lake Hills, Texas. Dr. Playfair is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP) and Achilles Tendon Rupture.
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- PPO
- HMO
- POS
- HMO
Locations
5656 Bee Caves Rd, West Lake Hills, TX 78746
Diagnostic Pain Center
Dr. Marks graduated with high honors from The University of Texas at Austin. From the moment he left Austin, he couldn’t wait to get back.After completing his medical school training at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, he spent two years in a General Surgery residency. The next three year residency was in Anesthesiology at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.Dr. Marks rounded out his formal medical training with a one-year Pain Management fellowship at the prestigious International Pain Center at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, one of the top Pain Management fellowships in the country. There, he was trained by the internationally renowned Dr. Gabor Racz and Dr. Miles Day.He’s now board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology in both Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology. Prior to practicing in Austin, Dr. Marks was an Assistant Professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. There he enjoyed teaching residents and medical students the fundamentals of Anesthesiology and Pain Management.Today, Dr. Marks also dedicates time to presenting at national and international meetings including the Texas Pain Society, International Anesthesia Research Society, American Society of Anesthesiologists and the Gulf Atlantic Anesthesia Residency Research Conference. He continues to give guest lectures at outside institutions and is a two-time recipient of the University Medical Center Safe Surgeon Award. As proud native Texans, Longhorns and childhood sweethearts, Dr. Marks and his wife, Amanda, have followed their long-time dream of moving back to Austin. When not treating patients, he enjoys spending with his three children, skiing, chess, reading books about quantum physics and playing the piano. Dr. Marks is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Herniated Disk, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, and Cervical Spondylosis.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Paul Playfair
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Playfair?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Paul Playfair by calling their office at 936-639-3036. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Paul Playfair a top-rated expert for Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Paul Playfair is classified as an Advanced expert for Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Paul Playfair specialize in?
While Dr. Paul Playfair is a Anesthesiology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Achilles Tendon Rupture. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Anesthesiology.
Does Dr. Paul Playfair accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul Playfair accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 936-639-3036 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- Experienced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Playfair isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.

