About
Dr. François Gaulin, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Saint-Jérôme, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring safe and effective anesthesia services for patients. His practice adheres strictly to the standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), emphasizing patient safety, comfort, and individualized care throughout the perioperative period.
Dr. Gaulin graduated with a Medical Degree in 2012 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on July 1, 2012, after completing extensive post-graduate medical training in the field. His education and training have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of anesthetic techniques and patient management, ensuring high-quality care in diverse clinical scenarios.
With an evidence-based and informative approach, Dr. Gaulin is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety in Saint-Jérôme. He is fluent in French and communicates clearly and compassionately with his patients, ensuring they are well-informed about their anesthetic care and involved in decision-making processes.
- 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.
- 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.
- Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
- 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. Gaulin (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. Gaulin primarily practices at the CISSS des Laurentides - Saint-Jérôme, located in the Downtown Saint-Jérôme, Saint-Antoine Sector neighborhood, near the Théâtre Gilles-Vigneault. The location is easily accessible via exo (Secteur Laurentides - Bus). The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Gaulin? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Gaulin 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. Gaulin 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. Gaulin from the team covering your procedure.
- What about nausea and vomiting after anesthesia?
- Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) can occur, but Anesthesiologists like Dr. Gaulin use strategies to prevent it, especially for patients at higher risk. This may include specific anesthetic techniques, administering anti-nausea medications before, during, or after the procedure, and ensuring adequate hydration. If you do experience nausea, effective treatments are available in the recovery room.
CISSS des Laurentides - Saint-Jérôme
290 rue de Montigny
Saint-Jérôme, QC J7Z 5T3
Phone: (450) 432-2777
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Gaulin 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=12451