About
Dr. Erika Nguyen is a dedicated Anesthesiologist focused on providing safe and effective anesthesia care for surgical and medical procedures. Practicing primarily at facilities in Montréal, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams with a strong emphasis on patient safety and comfort. She adheres to the high standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), ensuring that each patient receives care aligned with provincial regulations and best practices.
With a Medical Degree earned in 2016, Dr. Nguyen completed extensive postgraduate training in Anesthesiology, obtaining her specialty certification issued on August 12, 2016. Her education and certification process involved rigorous academic coursework, clinical training, and assessment, which qualify her to deliver expert anesthesia services across a variety of medical settings.
Her clinical philosophy is centered on calm and reassuring communication, prioritizing patient safety and comfort throughout all procedures. She is committed to providing compassionate care in Montréal, speaking fluent French to better serve her diverse patient population. Dr. Nguyen strives to create a reassuring environment, guiding patients through their surgical journey with professionalism and kindness.
- Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
- Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
- 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).
- 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.
- Intraoperative Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, breathing) and anesthetic depth throughout the procedure to ensure patient safety.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Nguyen (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. Nguyen primarily practices at the Hôpital de Montréal pour enfants, located in the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG) Central neighborhood of Montréal. The hospital is conveniently situated near the Mile End District and Jeanne Mance Park, accessible via the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) by Métro and bus. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Nguyen? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen 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. Nguyen from the team covering your procedure.
- Will I definitely meet the Anesthesiologist before my surgery/procedure?
- You will always have an anesthesia assessment before your procedure. For major surgeries or complex health issues, this often occurs at a pre-admission clinic days or weeks beforehand. For healthier patients undergoing shorter procedures, the detailed discussion and assessment with Dr. Nguyen (or a colleague providing your care that day) may happen just before the procedure starts. In either case, your questions will be answered.
- 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. Nguyen. 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.
- Is anesthesia safe?
- Modern anesthesia, administered by trained Anesthesiologists like Dr. Nguyen 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.
Hôpital de Montréal pour enfants
B04.2419.1-1001 boul Décarie
Montréal, QC H4A 3J1
Phone: (514) 433-7458
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Nguyen 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=16734