About
Dr. Genevieve Denise Genevieve Dupuis, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Oakville, ON, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all stages of anesthesia. Her practice adheres strictly to the standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), with license number 86919. Dr. Dupuis specializes in providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on individualized anesthesia plans tailored to each patient's needs.
Graduating with a Medical Degree from the University of Ottawa in 2007, Dr. Dupuis has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology for over 11 years, since 2013. She is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, demonstrating her expertise and commitment to maintaining high professional standards. Her extensive training ensures she is well-equipped to manage a wide range of anesthetic needs for surgical and medical procedures.
Dr. Dupuis’s clinical philosophy emphasizes clear communication, patient safety, and educational engagement. She is dedicated to providing a safe, comfortable experience for her patients in Oakville, always prioritizing the individual health and well-being of those she cares for. Fluent in both English and French, she ensures effective communication with a diverse patient population, fostering clarity and trust throughout the perioperative process.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Dupuis (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 College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).
Dr. Dupuis practices primarily at the West London Family Health Organization, located in the West Oak Trails, Glen Abbey West neighborhood of Oakville. The facility is conveniently situated near Coronation Park and Downtown Oakville, with easy access via Oakville Transit. The area offers a range of parking options, including paid parking nearby. The facility is wheelchair accessible, ensuring ease of access for all patients.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Dupuis? Is it covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)?
- In ON, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Dupuis during provincially insured surgical or medical procedures are typically covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP). 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 Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) for specific circumstances.
- Can I directly request Dr. Dupuis 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. Dupuis from the team covering your procedure.
- Is anesthesia safe?
- Modern anesthesia, administered by trained Anesthesiologists like Dr. Dupuis 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.
- Should I take my regular medications on the day of the procedure?
- This depends entirely on the specific medication and instructions given to you. You MUST discuss all your regular medications with your surgeon and the anesthesia team during your pre-assessment. Some medications (like certain blood pressure pills) may be taken with a sip of water, while others (especially blood thinners, some diabetes medications) must be stopped or adjusted days beforehand. Never change your medication routine without specific instructions.
- 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.
West London Family Health Org
3001 Hospital Gate, Westmount Mall
Oakville, ON L6M 0L8
Phone: (905) 845-2571
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Dupuis is a licensed physician regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) under the Medicine Act, 1991 in ON. Anesthesia services are typically arranged through the hospital or clinic where your procedure is scheduled.
Verify registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO): https://doctors.cpso.on.ca/DoctorDetails/Dupuis-Genevieve-Denise-Genevieve/0242535-86919