About
Dr. Geneviève Germain, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Québec City, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams with a focus on ensuring patient safety, comfort, and well-being. She adheres strictly to the standards established by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology for patients requiring anesthesia during surgical or medical procedures.
Dr. Germain graduated with her Medical Degree in 2013 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on May 15, 2013. She completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, gaining experience and expertise in the field. Her training emphasizes the safe administration of anesthesia, patient monitoring, and pain control, ensuring high-quality clinical outcomes.
Her clinical philosophy is centered around a calm and reassuring approach, prioritizing patient safety and comfort in Québec City. She speaks fluent French and is dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate care tailored to each patient's needs. Dr. Germain is committed to fostering a reassuring environment where patients feel confident and informed throughout their perioperative experience.
- Intraoperative Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, breathing) and anesthetic depth throughout the procedure to ensure patient safety.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. Germain (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. Germain primarily practices at the Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus in Québec City, located near the vibrant central neighborhoods of Vieux-Québec (Upper Town) and Hôtel de Ville (City Hall). The hospital is easily accessible via the Réseau de transport de la Capitale (RTC), offering convenient transit options for patients. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility, providing easy access for patients and visitors.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Germain? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Germain 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. Germain 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. Germain 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. Germain (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 l'Enfant-Jésus
1401 18e Rue
Québec City, QC G1J 1Z4
Phone: (418) 649-0252
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Germain 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=13189