Anesthesia Excellence in Houston.
Trusted Perioperative Leadership. Proven Local Impact.
For more than 50 years, USAP–Texas Gulf Coast has been a cornerstone of anesthesiology care across the Houston region—earning the trust of leading hospitals, surgeons, and the communities we serve.
Our physicians and care teams bring together deep local roots and the strength of a national clinical network. Guided by our commitment to clinical excellence, we deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care across every setting—from routine procedures to the most complex surgical cases.
Our long-standing hospital relationships and physician governance reflect a clear purpose: advancing care for patients, supporting our clinical teams, and strengthening the health systems we serve across Houston and beyond.
A Culture of
Excellence.
A Commitment
to Houston.
At USAP–Texas Gulf Coast, our clinicians provide more than 200,000 anesthetics to patients each year in the greater Houston area—caring for neighbors and families and the communities we proudly call our own.
This is more than where we practice—it’s where we live. Our teams are deeply invested in the health and well-being of Houston and its surrounding communities, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in every setting, from hospitals at the forefront of innovative care delivery to community facilities and ambulatory surgical centers. Guided by our purpose to care for our patients and our people, that commitment extends beyond the OR through ongoing community engagement and improvement initiatives across the region.
Our culture is intentionally built and actively led. Houston-based clinical leaders play a defining role in shaping the broader USAP experience—leading national culture efforts, advancing initiatives that support clinician well-being, and fostering meaningful connection across teams. The result is an environment where clinical excellence, collaboration, and shared purpose come together to elevate care—for our patients and for one another.
Build Your Career Where Excellence and Purpose Meet
At USAP–Texas Gulf Coast, you’ll practice at the forefront of anesthesiology—caring for a broad spectrum of cases including cardiovascular, neurosurgery, obstetrics, orthopedics, pediatrics, transplant, and critical care. This depth and diversity of experience is matched by a shared commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and continuous improvement.
Here, you’re not just joining a practice—you’re joining a team that invests in your growth, values your voice, and supports you at every stage of your career. Guided by our purpose to care for our patients and our people, we foster an environment where collaboration, mentorship, and professional development are part of the everyday experience.
Backed by U.S. Anesthesia Partners, Inc., you’ll have access to the resources of a national network while building your career in a local practice known for its leadership, culture, and impact across Houston.
If you’re looking for a place to grow, lead, and make a difference—we invite you to explore what’s possible here.
Clinicians & Professionals Committed to Extraordinary Care.
Our leadership team brings deep clinical expertise and a commitment to collaboration, supporting exceptional anesthesia care across Houston and surrounding communities.
Rooted in Houston’s dynamic energy and Gulf Coast lifestyle, our leaders foster an environment where clinicians can grow, contribute, and enjoy a balanced, fulfilling life.
Mohamad Abdalla M.D.
Sandra Alexander M.D.
Lane Cooper M.D.
Deanna Crawford
Chief Financial Officer
Diane Freeman
VP of Operations
David Green M.D.
James Guo M.D.
Kelly LeBlanc M.D.
Andrea Lewis
VP of Human Resources
Matthew Maxwell M.D.
Luis Mujica M.D.
Karl Nazareth M.D.
Derek Schoppa M.D.
Prince Thommen M.D.
Bill Waldrop M.D.
M.D.
Sherif Zaafran M.D.
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