About
With expertise in Anesthesiology, Dr. Élise Lortie ensures patients receive appropriate anesthetic management tailored to their needs. Practicing primarily at facilities in Longueuil, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, adhering to the standards and guidelines set forth by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ). Her role encompasses providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on patient safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes for those requiring anesthesia for various surgical or medical procedures.
Dr. Lortie graduated with a Medical Degree in 2010 and has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology for over 14 years. She completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, acquiring certifications and competencies essential for delivering high-quality anesthetic care. Her training emphasizes a thorough understanding of perioperative medicine, airway management, and pain control techniques.
Her clinical philosophy is rooted in professionalism and precision, with a dedicated commitment to patient safety and comfort in Longueuil. Dr. Lortie communicates fluently in French, ensuring clear and compassionate interactions with her diverse patient population. She strives to provide evidence-based, individualized anesthetic plans that prioritize the well-being of each patient throughout the perioperative process.
- 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.
- Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
- 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.
- 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. Lortie (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. Lortie's practice is primarily based at CH Pierre-Boucher, located in the Vieux-Longueuil (Longueuil West) neighborhood of Longueuil. The facility is conveniently accessible from Aéroport Montréal Saint-Hubert Longueuil (YHU) and is well-connected via the Réseau de transport de Longueuil (RTL). Patients can reach the location easily by public transit or private vehicle. Parking is available at the facility, ensuring ease of access. The facility is wheelchair accessible, accommodating patients with mobility needs.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Lortie? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Lortie 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. Lortie 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. Lortie from the team covering your procedure.
- Is anesthesia safe?
- Modern anesthesia, administered by trained Anesthesiologists like Dr. Lortie using advanced monitoring, is very safe for most patients. While all medical procedures have some risk, serious complications from anesthesia are rare. Your individual risk depends on your health, the type of surgery, and the type of anesthesia used. This will be carefully assessed and discussed with you before your procedure.
- How will my pain be managed after the procedure?
- Effective pain management is a priority. Depending on the procedure, Dr. Lortie 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.
CH Pierre-Boucher
1333 boul Jacques-Cartier E
Longueuil, QC J4M 2A5
Phone: (450) 468-8111
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Lortie 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=10233