About
Dr. Julien Roy-Blais, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Saint-Charles-Borromée, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring the delivery of safe and effective anesthesia services. His practice is aligned with the standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), emphasizing patient safety and clinical excellence. Dr. Roy-Blais provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology for patients requiring anesthesia for surgical or medical procedures, prioritizing comfort and safety throughout the perioperative period.
He graduated with a Medical Degree in 2016 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on July 1, 2016, after completing extensive post-graduate medical training in the field. His educational background ensures a thorough understanding of anesthetic techniques, pharmacology, and patient management.
Dr. Roy-Blais’s clinical philosophy is centered on professionalism, patient safety, and individualized care. He is fluent in French, facilitating clear communication with his diverse patient population in Saint-Charles-Borromée. His approach emphasizes meticulous planning, continuous monitoring, and compassionate patient interactions to optimize outcomes and comfort during all anesthetic procedures.
- Airway Management Expertise: Skilled management of the patient's airway, including intubation (placing a breathing tube) when necessary, ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation.
- Intraoperative Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, breathing) and anesthetic depth throughout the procedure to ensure patient safety.
- Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
- 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.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Roy-Blais (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. Julien Roy-Blais primarily practices at the Centre hospitalier régional de Lanaudière, situated near the central area of Saint-Charles-Borromée. The facility is conveniently accessible from the nearby neighborhoods and is within close proximity to local points of interest such as the Lanaudière Regional Museum and the local transit hubs, facilitating easy access for patients. The hospital is easily reachable via public transit options, including bus routes serving the Saint-Charles-Borromée area. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Roy-Blais? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Roy-Blais 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. Roy-Blais 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. Roy-Blais from the team covering your procedure.
- 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. Roy-Blais. 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.
- How do my existing health conditions (e.g., heart problems, asthma, sleep apnea) affect anesthesia?
- Existing health conditions are a key part of the pre-anesthetic assessment. Dr. Roy-Blais needs to know about all conditions like heart disease, lung problems (asthma, COPD, sleep apnea), diabetes, kidney disease, etc. This information allows he to choose the safest anesthetic drugs and techniques, anticipate potential issues, and optimize monitoring during your procedure. For example, adjustments might be made for sleep apnea or specific cardiac monitoring used for heart conditions.
- What about nausea and vomiting after anesthesia?
- Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) can occur, but Anesthesiologists like Dr. Roy-Blais use strategies to prevent it, especially for patients at higher risk. This may include specific anesthetic techniques, administering anti-nausea medications before, during, or after the procedure, and ensuring adequate hydration. If you do experience nausea, effective treatments are available in the recovery room.
Centre hospitalier régional de Lanaudière
1000 boul Sainte-Anne
Saint-Charles-Borromée, QC J6E 6J2
Phone: (450) 759-8222
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Roy-Blais 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=16166