About
With expertise in Anesthesiology, Dr. Elizabeth Larochelle 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 strictly to the standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ). Her role encompasses providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on patient safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes during medical procedures requiring anesthesia.
Dr. Larochelle graduated with her Medical Degree in 2020 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on July 1, 2020, after completing extensive postgraduate medical training. She has also obtained key certifications that support her expertise and commitment to continuing education in her field, ensuring she stays current with the latest advances and safety protocols in anesthesia practice.
Her clinical philosophy emphasizes clear and educational communication, prioritizing patient safety and comfort in Montréal. She speaks French fluently, facilitating effective communication with diverse patient populations. Dr. Larochelle is dedicated to delivering high-quality anesthetic care while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- Anesthesia for Outpatient/Ambulatory Surgery: Providing safe and effective anesthesia tailored for procedures where patients are expected to go home the same day.
- 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.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Larochelle (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. Larochelle primarily practices at the Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM), Anesthésie, located in the vibrant Ville-Marie East neighborhood of Montréal, near the Quartier Latin and Village areas. The location is easily accessible via the Major North-South Expressway and is close to Decarie Square shopping center. It is well served by 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. Larochelle? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Larochelle 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. Larochelle 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. Larochelle from the team covering your procedure.
- What are the main types of anesthesia you might use?
- Dr. Larochelle selects the safest and most appropriate anesthetic based on your health and the procedure. Options include:
- General Anesthesia: You'll be completely unconscious and unaware.
- Regional Anesthesia: A specific body part is numbed (e.g., spinal/epidural for lower body, nerve block for arm/leg). You might be awake or sedated.
- Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC)/Sedation: Medication helps you relax and feel drowsy, often used with local anesthetic by the surgeon.
The choice will be discussed with you beforehand.
- Do Anesthesiologists only work in the operating room?
- While the OR is central, Anesthesiologists like Dr. Larochelle 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)
Her specific areas of practice will depend on her training and hospital/clinic roles.
CHUM, Anesthésie
1051 rue Sanguinet
Montréal, QC H2X 3E4
Phone: (514) 890-8000
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Larochelle 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=20322