About
Dr. Aida Ruth Gordon, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Montréal, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams by providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology. Her approach emphasizes patient safety, comfort, and personalized treatment plans, ensuring each individual receives attentive and reassuring care during their procedures.
She graduated with a Medical Degree in 1988 and holds specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued September 1, 1988. Dr. Gordon completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, including clinical rotations and fellowships, to develop a thorough understanding of all aspects of perioperative anesthesia care. Her certifications and continued education reflect her dedication to maintaining the highest professional standards.
Dr. Aida Ruth Gordon’s clinical philosophy is rooted in a calm and reassuring approach. She is dedicated to ensuring patient safety in Montréal, speaking fluent French to facilitate clear communication and comfort. Her commitment is to provide compassionate, expert anesthesia care, supporting patients through their surgical journeys with professionalism and kindness.
- Regional Anesthesia Techniques: Numbing specific body regions using targeted nerve blocks (e.g., spinal, epidural, peripheral nerve blocks) for surgery or pain control, potentially allowing the patient to remain awake or sedated.
- Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC) / Sedation: Providing varying levels of sedation (light to deep) and analgesia, combined with close monitoring of vital signs, for procedures not requiring general anesthesia.
- Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
- Pre-Anesthetic Assessment and Consultation: Thorough evaluation of patient health, medical history, medications, and surgical/procedural plan to create the safest and most effective anesthesia plan.
- Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Gordon (or an associate) in consultation with you and your surgeon/proceduralist based on your health and the requirements of the procedure. Subspecialty services like chronic pain management may require a separate referral pathway.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standards of practice set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ).
Dr. Gordon primarily practices at the Hôpital Général de Montréal, within the Department of Anesthesia, located in the Ville-Marie West (Golden Square Mile West, Concordia U area) neighborhood of Montréal. The facility is situated near the major North-South Arterial, ensuring easy access for patients. It is accessible via the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), including Métro and bus routes. The hospital is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Gordon? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Gordon during provincially insured surgical or medical procedures are typically covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ). Pre-anesthetic consultations related to these procedures are also usually covered. Fees for specific uninsured services (e.g., certain non-medically required procedures, form completion) may apply based on provincial guidelines. Please confirm coverage with Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) for specific circumstances.
- Can I directly request Dr. Gordon for my anesthesia?
- While you can discuss preferences with your surgeon, the assignment of an Anesthesiologist is typically managed by the hospital's anesthesia department or the surgical group based on scheduling, expertise required, and availability. Your surgeon arranges the necessary anesthesia care, which includes consultation with an anesthesiologist like Dr. Gordon from the team covering your procedure.
- How will my pain be managed after the procedure?
- Effective pain management is a priority. Depending on the procedure, Dr. Gordon may use strategies like regional nerve blocks placed before or during surgery for prolonged numbness, patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pumps, epidural infusions, or a combination of different types of pain medications (multimodal analgesia). The goal is to keep you comfortable to aid recovery and mobility. This plan is often coordinated with the surgical team.
Hôpital Général de Montréal, Department of Anesthesia
D10-1650 av Cedar
Montréal, QC H3G 1A4
Phone: (514) 934-1934 | Fax: (514) 934-8249
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Gordon is a licensed physician regulated by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ) under the Medical Act in QC. Anesthesia services are typically arranged through the hospital or clinic where your procedure is scheduled.
Verify registration with the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ): https://www.cmq.org/en/directory/physicians?number=88569