About
As a skilled Anesthesiologist, Dr. Jean-Marc Sauvé plays a crucial role in patient safety and comfort during the perioperative period. Practicing primarily at facilities in Gatineau, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams by providing expert anesthesia care in accordance with the standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ). His focus is on ensuring optimal patient outcomes through meticulous anesthetic management before, during, and after procedures.
Dr. Sauvé graduated with a Medical Degree in 1982 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on November 12, 1982. He completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, acquiring the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver comprehensive anesthetic care across a broad spectrum of clinical scenarios. His training emphasizes patient safety, pain management, and the latest advances in anesthetic techniques.
With a professional and clinical approach, Dr. Sauvé is committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and comfort in Gatineau. He is fluent in French and communicates clearly with his patients to ensure they are well-informed and reassured 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.
- 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.
- Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Sauvé (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. Sauvé primarily practices at the CSSS de Papineau Hôpital de Buckingham, located in the Buckingham Sector neighborhood of Gatineau. The facility is situated near Federal Government Buildings, including Place du Portage, making it easily accessible for patients working or visiting in the area. Accessibility is supported by the Société de transport de l'Outaouais (STO), including the Rapibus BRT system, facilitating convenient public transit options. The hospital is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility, providing ease of access for patients arriving by car.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Sauvé? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Sauvé 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. Sauvé 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. Sauvé from the team covering your procedure.
- What are the main types of anesthesia you might use?
- Dr. Sauvé selects the safest and most appropriate anesthetic based on your health and the procedure. Options include:
- General Anesthesia: You'll be completely unconscious and unaware.
- Regional Anesthesia: A specific body part is numbed (e.g., spinal/epidural for lower body, nerve block for arm/leg). You might be awake or sedated.
- Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC)/Sedation: Medication helps you relax and feel drowsy, often used with local anesthetic by the surgeon.
The choice will be discussed with you beforehand.
- Is it possible to wake up during general anesthesia?
- Awareness under general anesthesia is extremely rare with modern techniques and monitoring used by Anesthesiologists like Dr. Sauvé. Specialized monitors help track the depth of anesthesia, and drug doses are carefully adjusted throughout the procedure to ensure you remain safely unconscious and unaware.
- 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.
CSSS de Papineau Hôpital de Buckingham
155 rue MacLaren E
Gatineau, QC J8L 0C2
Phone: (819) 986-4115
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Sauvé 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=82626