About
Dr. Luis Fernando Herrera, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout all stages of anesthesia. He adheres to the rigorous standards established by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology for patients requiring anesthesia for surgical or medical procedures.
Dr. Herrera earned his Medical Degree in 2016 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology, issued on September 26, 2016, after completing extensive postgraduate training in the field. His education and certifications reflect his dedication to maintaining the highest level of expertise and clinical excellence in anesthesiology practice.
His clinical philosophy is centered on calm, reassuring communication and meticulous attention to patient safety. He is fluent in French and committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, ensuring each individual feels confident and at ease during their medical experience.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. Herrera (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. Herrera primarily practices at the Hôpital du haut-Richelieu, Anesthésiologie, located in the Saint-Jean Sector North neighborhood of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu. The hospital is conveniently situated near downtown Saint-Jean and the Théâtre des Deux Rives. Patients can access the facility via Transport Urbain / Taxibus du Haut-Richelieu. The hospital offers easy accessibility for all patients, and the facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Herrera? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Herrera 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. Herrera 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. Herrera from the team covering your procedure.
- What is the role of an Anesthesiologist?
- An Anesthesiologist is a specialist medical doctor (physician) extensively trained in anesthesiology, critical care medicine, and pain management. They are responsible for developing the anesthesia plan, administering anesthetic drugs, ensuring your safety and vital functions (like breathing, heart rate, blood pressure) are stable during a procedure, managing any medical emergencies that arise, and overseeing your immediate recovery and pain control afterwards.
- Do Anesthesiologists only work in the operating room?
- While the OR is central, Anesthesiologists like Dr. Herrera 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.
Hôpital du haut-Richelieu, Anesthésiologie
920 Boul Séminaire N
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC J3A 1B7
Phone: (450) 359-5000
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Herrera 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=16593