About
With expertise in Anesthesiology, Dr. Claude Johnson ensures patients receive appropriate anesthetic management tailored to their needs. Practicing primarily at facilities in Montréal, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, adhering to the standards and guidelines established by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ). She provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on optimizing patient safety and comfort throughout medical interventions.
Dr. Johnson graduated with a Medical Degree in 1988 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on July 1, 1988. She completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, including residency and advanced certifications, ensuring her expertise aligns with current clinical standards and best practices.
Her clinical philosophy emphasizes a professional and meticulous approach to patient safety and comfort during procedures. Committed to delivering high-quality anesthetic care in Montréal, she communicates fluently in French and prioritizes individualized treatment plans to meet each patient's unique needs.
- Acute Postoperative Pain Management: Implementing strategies to manage pain immediately after surgery, utilizing multimodal approaches like regional blocks, IV medications, or patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
- 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.
- Intraoperative Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, breathing) and anesthetic depth throughout the procedure to ensure patient safety.
- Airway Management Expertise: Skilled management of the patient's airway, including intubation (placing a breathing tube) when necessary, ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Johnson (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. Johnson's practice is primarily based at the Programme d'aide aux médecins du Québec (PAMQ) located in the Ville-Marie East (Quartier Latin, Village) neighborhood of Montréal. The location offers proximity to Plateau Mont-Royal Shopping & Dining areas and the Mont-Royal Metro Station, facilitating easy access via Société de transport de Montréal (STM) services including Métro and Bus. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Johnson? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Johnson 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. Johnson 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. Johnson from the team covering your procedure.
- What is the role of an Anesthesiologist?
- An Anesthesiologist is a specialist medical doctor (physician) extensively trained in anesthesiology, critical care medicine, and pain management. They are responsible for developing the anesthesia plan, administering anesthetic drugs, ensuring your safety and vital functions (like breathing, heart rate, blood pressure) are stable during a procedure, managing any medical emergencies that arise, and overseeing your immediate recovery and pain control afterwards.
Programme d'aide aux médecins du Québec (PAMQ)
200-1 Boul René-Lévesque E
Montréal, QC H2X 3Z5
Phone: (514) 397-0888
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Johnson 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=88313