About
With expertise in Anesthesiology, Dr. François Plante ensures patients receive appropriate anesthetic management tailored to their needs. Practicing primarily at facilities in Montréal, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams by providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology. He adheres to the standards and guidelines set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), maintaining the highest level of professionalism and patient safety.
Dr. Plante graduated with a Medical Degree in 1987 and holds specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued July 1, 1987. He completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, acquiring the necessary skills and knowledge to manage a wide range of anesthetic needs, from routine procedures to complex surgeries.
His clinical philosophy centers on clear and educational communication, emphasizing patient safety and comfort. He is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care in Montréal, speaking both French and English to better serve his diverse patient population.
- Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
- Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Plante (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. Plante primarily practices at the Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM), within the Dép d'anesthésiologie. His practice is situated in the vibrant Ville-Marie East neighborhood, close to the Quartier Latin and Village areas of Montréal. The location offers convenient access to the Downtown Shopping District, with excellent accessibility via the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), including Métro and bus services. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Plante? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Plante 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. Plante 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. Plante 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. Plante (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. Plante. 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.
- What if I have allergies or previous bad reactions to anesthesia?
- It is absolutely crucial to inform Dr. Plante during your pre-anesthetic assessment about any known allergies (to medications, latex, food, etc.) and any previous experiences (good or bad) with anesthesia or sedation. This information helps tailor a safe plan and avoid agents you may react to.
CHUM, Dép d'anesthésiologie
D.04.5028-1000 rue Saint-Denis
Montréal, QC H2X 0C1
Phone: (514) 890-8000 | Fax: (514) 412-7310
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Plante 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=87280