About
Dr. André Roy is a dedicated Anesthesiologist focused on providing safe and effective anesthesia care for surgical and medical procedures. Practicing primarily at facilities in Lévis, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Dr. Roy adheres to the high standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ) and provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology to patients requiring anesthesia for a wide range of surgical and medical interventions.
He graduated with a Medical Degree in 1986 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued July 1, 1986. Dr. Roy completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, including advanced coursework and clinical practice, which qualifies him to manage complex anesthetic cases with a focus on patient safety and comfort.
With a professional and clinical approach, Dr. Roy is committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety in Lévis. He speaks French fluently and is dedicated to clear communication and personalized care, ensuring that each patient feels informed and confident throughout their perioperative experience.
- 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.
- Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
- Airway Management Expertise: Skilled management of the patient's airway, including intubation (placing a breathing tube) when necessary, ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation.
- General Anesthesia Administration: Inducing and maintaining a controlled state of unconsciousness ('sleep') using intravenous or inhaled medications, ensuring patient comfort and immobility during major surgery.
- Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Roy (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. Roy primarily practices at CHA-Hôtel-Dieu de Lévis, in the Anesthésie, salle d’opération located in the Lévis Centre, Lauzon neighborhood of Lévis. The facility is conveniently situated near Les Galeries Chagnon and is accessible via the Société de transport de Lévis (STLévis). The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Roy? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Roy 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. Roy 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. Roy from the team covering your procedure.
- Do Anesthesiologists only work in the operating room?
- While the OR is central, Anesthesiologists like Dr. André Roy often work in other areas too, including:
- Labour and delivery suites (providing epidurals)
- Intensive Care Units (managing critically ill patients)
- Pre-operative assessment clinics
- Pain clinics (treating chronic pain)
- Procedure rooms (e.g., endoscopy, radiology, cardiology)
His specific areas of practice will depend on his training and hospital/clinic roles.
CHA-Hôtel-Dieu de Lévis, Anesthésie, salle d’opération
143 rue Wolfe
Lévis, QC G6V 3Z1
Phone: (418) 835-7121
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Roy 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=86457