A Specialist Anaesthetist
providing expert, compassionate care

A male doctor in light blue scrubs standing in front of a reception desk at Waikato Private Hospital, smiling at the camera.

Based in Wollongong, caring for patients before, during and after their surgery

Dr James McKevith is a Specialist Anaesthetist in Wollongong who provides expert, compassionate care to patients before, during and after their procedure.

With over two decades of experience in Australia and the UK, he combines technical excellence with a calm, personal approach — focused on safety, comfort and reassurance at every stage.

Front of a modern multi-story building with a sign that reads 'Wollongong Private Hospital' and a smaller sign for 'Ramsay Health Care'.

“Helping someone feel calm and supported during surgery is a real privilege.”

— Dr James McKevith, Specialist Anaesthetist

What you can expect

Before surgery

A friendly conversation about your health and medical history

Clear explanations about your anaesthetic and recovery

Time to ask questions and discuss any concerns

During surgery

Continuous monitoring of your safety and comfort, and the application of best practices

Calm, attentive anaesthetic care throughout your procedure to provide excellent outcomes

Close collaboration with your surgical team to support your safety throughout

After surgery

Smooth and safe recovery from anaesthesia

Careful management of pain and comfort

Clear communication about your recovery, healing and getting home safely

Professional Associations

Dr McKevith is a Fellow and member of Australia’s leading professional anaesthetic organisations, including the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists and the Australian Society of Anaesthetists. He is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency to practice medicine in Australia as a Doctor and a Specialist Anaesthetist.

More
about James

Learn where he studied, what he values, and why he loves living and working in Wollongong.