Dr. Aurore Dutilleul – Internist / Geriatrician | Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC

Dr. Aurore Dutilleul is a dedicated Internist / Geriatrician committed to providing comprehensive medical care for adults, with a focus on complex conditions and geriatric health. Practicing in Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC, she serves the surrounding communities. Her practice adheres to the high standards of the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), ensuring quality and safety in patient care. Dr. Dutilleul’s role encompasses a broad spectrum of internal medicine and geriatric services, emphasizing individualized treatment plans.

She graduated with a Medical Degree in 2018 and has completed extensive post-graduate medical training in internal medicine and geriatrics. Her certifications include specialized training in managing complex adult health issues, frailty assessment, and chronic disease management, enabling her to address a wide array of medical conditions with an evidence-based approach.

Dr. Dutilleul’s clinical philosophy is centered on evidence-based and informative patient care. She is committed to serving the Vaudreuil-Dorion community with compassion and professionalism. Fluent in French, she strives to facilitate open communication and understanding with her patients, ensuring that their values and preferences are integral to the care plan.

Dr. Dutilleul provides expert care for adults with a wide range of medical conditions, including:

Complex Diagnostic & Multi-System Issues

• Evaluation of Undifferentiated Symptoms: Investigating complex presentations like fatigue, weight loss, or pain without a clear diagnosis.
• Syncope (Fainting) Evaluation: Comprehensive work-up to determine the cause of fainting spells or loss of consciousness.
• Investigation of Anemia: Diagnosing the underlying cause of low red blood cell counts.

Select Infectious & Inflammatory Conditions

• Management of Select Rheumatologic Conditions: Care for common inflammatory conditions such as gout or polymyalgia rheumatica, or initial assessment for suspected autoimmune diseases.
• Evaluation of Inflammatory Markers: Investigating elevated inflammatory markers (like ESR or CRP) to identify potential underlying systemic conditions.
• Complex Infections Consultation: Providing diagnostic and management expertise for challenging infections, often in consultation with primary care.

Geriatric Syndromes & Focused Elder Care

• Frailty Assessment & Management: Identifying and managing frailty to improve resilience, maintain function, and enhance quality of life in older adults.
• Cognitive Impairment & Dementia Syndromes: Comprehensive assessment for memory loss/cognitive changes; diagnosis and management of Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and others.
• Urinary Incontinence Assessment: Evaluation and management of bladder control issues common in older adults.

Dr. Dutilleul manages a wide range of complex adult and geriatric health conditions. This list highlights common areas of focus. If your condition is not listed, please note that internal medicine specialists address diverse and often multi-systemic diseases. Consultation is typically initiated via referral from your primary care physician.

• Internal Medicine Consultation for Primary Care: Providing specialist opinion and management recommendations to family physicians for complex adult patient cases.
• Thyroid Disorder Management: Diagnosis and ongoing management of conditions like hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid nodules.
• Frailty Evaluation and Management: Assessing for frailty (increased vulnerability) and developing interventions to enhance resilience, function, and independence.
• Second Opinion Consultations: Providing an independent expert review and opinion on complex diagnoses or treatment plans.
• Management of Acute Medical Issues (Inpatient Focus): Diagnosis and treatment of serious acute illnesses requiring hospital admission (often a primary role in hospital settings).

Note: This list represents some of the key services offered by Dr. Dutilleul. As a specialist in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care, she provides comprehensive diagnostic and management services. For specific inquiries about whether your condition falls within Dr. Dutilleul's scope of practice, please discuss with your referring physician or contact the clinic.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standards of practice set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ).

Dr. Dutilleul's practice is located within the CLSC - Centre services ambulatoires de Vaudreuil, situated near the central Vaudreuil-Dorion neighborhood of Vaudreuil-Dorion. The facility is conveniently accessible from surrounding communities, including points of interest such as the Vaudreuil-Soulanges Hospital and the DDO train station. Patients can reach the clinic via local public transit options, including bus routes serving the area. The clinic is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.

How is payment handled for appointments with Dr. Dutilleul? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?

In QC, medical consultations with specialists like Dr. Dutilleul are typically covered by your provincial health insurance (Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)) when you present a valid health card and have the required referral. You generally do not pay directly for the consultation service itself. Some specific procedures, forms, or administrative tasks might not be covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) and may incur a separate fee according to provincial guidelines. Please inquire if you have questions about uninsured services.

Can I book an appointment directly or do I absolutely need a referral?

A referral from your family physician or another medical specialist is required to see Dr. Dutilleul. As experts in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care, Internists and Geriatricians see patients based on specific medical questions posed by the referring doctor. This ensures continuity of care and that the consultation is appropriate for your needs. Please have your doctor forward the referral information.

Does Dr. Aurore Dutilleul discuss goals of care or advance care planning?

Yes, discussing goals of care is an important part of patient-centered practice, especially in managing chronic illness or in geriatric care. Dr. Dutilleul encourages conversations about patient values, preferences for future medical treatment, and advance care planning (including identifying a substitute decision-maker) to ensure care aligns with what matters most to the patient. She can provide information and facilitate these discussions.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Please bring:

• Your provincial health card (Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) card).
• The referral letter if you have it.
• A complete list of ALL your current medications (prescriptions, over-the-counter, vitamins, herbs), including doses. Bringing the actual bottles/packaging is often very helpful.
• A list of your past medical history, surgeries, and known allergies.
• Any relevant medical reports, lab results, or imaging (X-ray, CT, MRI) reports you possess.
• A list of your specific questions or concerns for Dr. Dutilleul.

Will Dr. Aurore Dutilleul replace my family doctor?

No, Dr. Dutilleul acts as a specialist consultant. Your family doctor (or primary care provider) remains responsible for your routine healthcare, ongoing prescriptions (unless specified otherwise by the specialist), and coordinating your overall care. Dr. Dutilleul will communicate findings and recommendations back to your family doctor.

CLSC - Centre services ambulatoires de Vaudreuil
3031 Boul De La Gare
Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC J7V 9R2

Phone: (450) 455-6171 | Fax: (450) 455-5053

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Dutilleul is a licensed physician regulated by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ) under the Medical Act in QC. Patients are typically seen by referral from their primary care physician.

Verify registration with the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ): https://www.cmq.org/en/directory/physicians?number=18527