About
With expertise in Anesthesiology, Dr. Gilles Girard ensures patients receive appropriate anesthetic management tailored to their needs. Practicing primarily at facilities in Longueuil, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, adhering to the high standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ). His role involves providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on patient safety and comfort during various medical procedures.
Dr. Girard graduated with a Medical Degree in 1984 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued July 1, 1984, after completing extensive post-graduate medical training in the field. His certifications affirm his expertise and commitment to maintaining current best practices in anesthesia care.
He is dedicated to clear and educational communication, prioritizing patient safety and comfort in Longueuil. Dr. Girard speaks French fluently and strives to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care, ensuring each patient understands their anesthesia plan and feels at ease 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
- 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.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Girard (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. Girard primarily practices at the Centre Hospitalier Pierre-Boucher, Département d’anesthésiologie, located in the Vieux-Longueuil (Longueuil West) neighborhood of Longueuil. The facility is situated near a major commercial corridor and is easily accessible via the Réseau de transport de Longueuil (RTL). The hospital offers convenient access for patients coming from various parts of the region. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Girard? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Girard 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. Girard 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. Girard from the team covering your procedure.
- Do Anesthesiologists only work in the operating room?
- While the OR is central, Anesthesiologists like Dr. Gilles Girard often work in other areas too, including:
- Labour and delivery suites (providing epidurals)
- Intensive Care Units (managing critically ill patients)
- Pre-operative assessment clinics
- Pain clinics (treating chronic pain)
- Procedure rooms (e.g., endoscopy, radiology, cardiology)
His specific areas of practice will depend on his training and hospital/clinic roles.
Centre Hospitalier Pierre-Boucher, Département d’anesthésiologie
1333 boul Jacques-Cartier E
Longueuil, QC J4M 2A5
Phone: (450) 468-8111
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Girard 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=84091