About
With expertise in Anesthesiology, Dr. Emmanuelle Rioux ensures patients receive appropriate anesthetic management tailored to their needs. Practicing primarily at facilities in Rimouski, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, adhering to the standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ). Her role involves providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on optimizing patient safety and comfort during various medical procedures.
Dr. Rioux graduated with a Medical Degree in 2017 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued December 18, 2017. She completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, ensuring a broad foundation in perioperative medicine, pain management, and advanced anesthetic techniques. Her training emphasizes evidence-based practices and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Her clinical philosophy is centered on professionalism and patient safety, with a commitment to delivering high-quality anesthetic care in Rimouski. She speaks French fluently and is dedicated to clear communication and patient-centered care, ensuring each individual feels informed and comfortable throughout their procedural journey.
- Regional Anesthesia Techniques: Numbing specific body regions using targeted nerve blocks (e.g., spinal, epidural, peripheral nerve blocks) for surgery or pain control, potentially allowing the patient to remain awake or sedated.
- 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).
- 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.
- Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Rioux (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. Rioux primarily practices at the Hôpital régional de Rimouski, located near the central Rimouski neighborhood. This facility is conveniently accessible from points of interest such as the Rimouski Marina and the historic downtown area. Public transit routes serve the hospital, making it accessible for patients across the region. The hospital campus offers ample parking options, and the facility is wheelchair accessible to accommodate all patients' needs.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Rioux? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Rioux 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. Rioux 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. Rioux from the team covering your procedure.
- How do my existing health conditions (e.g., heart problems, asthma, sleep apnea) affect anesthesia?
- Existing health conditions are a key part of the pre-anesthetic assessment. Dr. Rioux needs to know about all conditions like heart disease, lung problems (asthma, COPD, sleep apnea), diabetes, kidney disease, etc. This information allows her to choose the safest anesthetic drugs and techniques, anticipate potential issues, and optimize monitoring during your procedure. For example, adjustments might be made for sleep apnea or specific cardiac monitoring used for heart conditions.
Hôpital régional de Rimouski
150 av Rouleau
Rimouski, QC G5L 5T1
Phone: (418) 724-3000
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Rioux 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=17829