About
As a skilled Anesthesiologist, Dr. Édith Villeneuve plays a crucial role in patient safety and comfort during the perioperative period. Practicing primarily at facilities in Montréal, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams by providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology. She adheres to the standards and guidelines set forth by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ) to ensure high-quality, safe anesthetic practices for her patients requiring surgical or medical procedures.
Dr. Villeneuve graduated with a Medical Degree in 1986 and holds certification in Anesthesiology issued July 1, 1986. She completed extensive postgraduate medical training in Anesthesiology, gaining the expertise necessary to manage complex anesthetic needs across various clinical settings. Her training emphasizes evidence-based practices and continuous professional development to maintain clinical excellence.
Her clinical philosophy is centered on evidence-based and informative care, prioritizing patient safety and comfort. Dr. Villeneuve is committed to providing safe anesthetic care in Montréal and speaks both French and English fluently, facilitating clear communication with her diverse patient population. Her approach is patient-centered, ensuring individualized anesthetic plans tailored to each patient's health status and procedural requirements.
- Anesthesia for Outpatient/Ambulatory Surgery: Providing safe and effective anesthesia tailored for procedures where patients are expected to go home the same day.
- 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.
- Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
- Intraoperative Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, breathing) and anesthetic depth throughout the procedure to ensure patient safety.
- 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).
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Villeneuve (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. Édith Villeneuve primarily practices at the CHU Sainte-Justine in Montréal, situated in the Côte-des-Neiges Central (UdeM area) neighborhood. The location is conveniently close to the Plateau Mont-Royal shopping and dining district. Patients can access the facility via the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), including Métro and bus routes. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Villeneuve? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Villeneuve 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. Villeneuve 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. Villeneuve from the team covering your procedure.
- Is it possible to wake up during general anesthesia?
- Awareness under general anesthesia is extremely rare with modern techniques and monitoring used by Anesthesiologists like Dr. Villeneuve. Specialized monitors help track the depth of anesthesia, and drug doses are carefully adjusted throughout the procedure to ensure you remain safely unconscious and unaware.
CHU Sainte-Justine
3175 ch de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine
Montréal, QC H3T 1C5
Phone: (514) 345-4733 | Fax: (514) 345-4601
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Villeneuve 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=86400