About
Dr. Frédéric Chalifoux is a dedicated Anesthesiologist focused on providing safe and effective anesthesia care for surgical and medical procedures. Practicing primarily at facilities in Laval, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the perioperative experience. As a licensed physician under the standards of the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), Dr. Chalifoux is committed to maintaining the highest professional standards and delivering compassionate care.
He graduated with a Medical Degree in 2018 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on June 22, 2018. His training involved extensive postgraduate medical education in anesthesiology, equipping him with comprehensive expertise in perioperative medicine, airway management, and pain control techniques. This rigorous training underpins his ability to provide personalized and安心 care tailored to each patient's needs.
Dr. Chalifoux's clinical philosophy emphasizes a calm and reassuring approach, prioritizing patient safety and comfort at all times. He speaks French fluently and is dedicated to fostering a trusting environment where patients feel confident and well-informed about their anesthesia care in Laval.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. Chalifoux (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. Chalifoux primarily practices at the Hôpital de la Cité-de-la-Santé, situated in the Chomedey North neighborhood of Laval. The hospital is conveniently located near the Commercial Corridor and Gare Vimont, making it easily accessible by public transportation via the Société de transport de Laval (STL). The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility, providing ease of access for patients and visitors.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Chalifoux? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Chalifoux 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. Chalifoux 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. Chalifoux 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. Chalifoux (or a colleague providing your care that day) may happen just before the procedure starts. In either case, your questions will be answered.
Hôpital de la Cité-de-la-Santé
1755 boul René-Laennec
Laval, QC H7M 3L9
Phone: (450) 668-1010
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Chalifoux 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=18448