About
Dr. Gabrielle Barrieau 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 standards and ethical guidelines set forth by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), ensuring the highest quality of care for her patients.
Dr. Barrieau graduated with a Medical Degree in 2018 and completed extensive postgraduate training in Anesthesiology, earning her specialty certification issued on August 6, 2018. Her comprehensive education and rigorous training prepare her to manage a wide range of anesthetic needs with confidence and precision.
Her clinical philosophy is rooted in calm, reassuring communication and meticulous attention to patient safety. She is committed to delivering personalized care in Montréal, speaking both English and French to accommodate diverse patient needs. Dr. Barrieau strives to ensure each patient feels supported and informed throughout their perioperative experience.
- Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
- 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.
- Anesthesia for Outpatient/Ambulatory Surgery: Providing safe and effective anesthesia tailored for procedures where patients are expected to go home the same day.
- 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. Barrieau (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. Barrieau primarily practices at the Hôpital du Sacré-Coeur de Montréal, located in the Cartierville North neighborhood of Montréal. The hospital is conveniently situated near Decarie Square, a well-known shopping center, and easily accessible via the Major North-South Expressway. Patients can reach the facility using the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), including metro and bus services. The hospital is wheelchair accessible, and parking is available at the facility for visitors and patients.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Barrieau? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Barrieau 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. Barrieau 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. Barrieau from the team covering your procedure.
- What happens in the recovery room (PACU)?
- After your procedure under general or regional anesthesia/sedation, you will be taken to the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), also known as the recovery room. Specially trained nurses will closely monitor your breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen level, and level of consciousness as you wake up. They will also manage any immediate pain or nausea under the guidance of the anesthesia team.
Hôpital du Sacré-Coeur de Montréal
5400 boul Gouin O
Montréal, QC H4J 1C5
Phone: (514) 338-2222
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Barrieau 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=18452