As a skilled Internist / Geriatrician, Dr. Manon Chevalier offers expert diagnostic services and management for a wide range of adult health issues. Practicing in Québec, QC, she serves the surrounding communities with a warm and community-focused approach. Her practice adheres to the high standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), ensuring quality and safety in every patient interaction.
Dr. Chevalier graduated with a Medical Degree in 1985 and has completed extensive post-graduate medical training in internal medicine and geriatrics. Her certifications include specialized training in managing complex adult and older adult health conditions, enabling her to provide comprehensive and personalized care tailored to each patient’s needs.
With a warm and community-oriented philosophy, Dr. Chevalier is committed to fostering trusting relationships with her patients. She speaks both French and English fluently, ensuring clear communication and understanding. Her focus is on promoting health, independence, and quality of life for her patients in Québec and the broader community she proudly serves.
Dr. Chevalier provides expert care for adults with a wide range of medical conditions, including:
Endocrine & Metabolic Disorders
- Osteoporosis & Metabolic Bone Disease: Diagnosis, risk assessment, and treatment strategies for conditions affecting bone strength and metabolism.
- Thyroid Disorders: Management of hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, and other thyroid conditions.
- Calcium and Parathyroid Disorders: Evaluation and management of conditions related to abnormal calcium levels and parathyroid gland function.
Geriatric Syndromes & Focused Elder Care
- Nutritional Assessment & Weight Loss: Investigating unintentional weight loss and malnutrition, providing guidance on nutritional support for older adults.
- Delirium Prevention & Management: Identifying risk factors for delirium (acute confusion) in hospitalized or ill older adults and implementing management strategies.
- Urinary Incontinence Assessment: Evaluation and management of bladder control issues common in older adults.
Select Infectious & Inflammatory Conditions
- Complex Infections Consultation: Providing diagnostic and management expertise for challenging infections, often in consultation with primary care.
- Fever of Unknown Origin (FUO) Workup: Systematic investigation to determine the cause of prolonged, unexplained fevers.
- Evaluation of Inflammatory Markers: Investigating elevated inflammatory markers (like ESR or CRP) to identify potential underlying systemic conditions.
Dr. Chevalier manages a wide range of complex adult and geriatric health conditions. This list highlights common areas of focus. If your condition is not listed, please note that internal medicine specialists address diverse and often multi-systemic diseases. Consultation is typically initiated via referral from your primary care physician.
- Internal Medicine Consultation for Primary Care: Providing specialist opinion and management recommendations to family physicians for complex adult patient cases.
- Cognitive and Memory Assessment: Detailed evaluation for concerns about memory loss or changes in thinking; diagnosis and management of dementia and mild cognitive impairment.
- Non-Surgical Management of Cardiovascular Conditions: Medical management of conditions like stable coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and hypertension.
- Thyroid Disorder Management: Diagnosis and ongoing management of conditions like hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid nodules.
- Medication Review and Optimization (Deprescribing): Systematic review of all medications (polypharmacy) to ensure appropriateness, minimize side effects and interactions, and deprescribe unnecessary drugs.
Note: This list represents some of the key services offered by Dr. Chevalier. As a specialist in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care, she provides comprehensive diagnostic and management services. For specific inquiries about whether your condition falls within Dr. Chevalier's scope of practice, please discuss with your referring physician or contact the clinic.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standards of practice set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ).
Dr. Chevalier's practice is located near the central neighborhoods of Québec, within the CIUSSS de la Capitale Nationale and CHU de Québec. The location is easily accessible via local public transit, with nearby points of interest including major hospitals and community centers. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for appointments with Dr. Chevalier? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medical consultations with specialists like Dr. Chevalier are typically covered by your provincial health insurance (Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)) when you present a valid health card and have the required referral. You generally do not pay directly for the consultation service itself. Some specific procedures, forms, or administrative tasks might not be covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) and may incur a separate fee according to provincial guidelines. Please inquire if you have questions about uninsured services.
- Can I book an appointment directly or do I absolutely need a referral?
- A referral from your family physician or another medical specialist is required to see Dr. Chevalier. As experts in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care, Internists and Geriatricians see patients based on specific medical questions posed by the referring doctor. This ensures continuity of care and that the consultation is appropriate for your needs. Please have your doctor forward the referral information.
- Will Dr. Manon Chevalier replace my family doctor?
- No, Dr. Chevalier acts as a specialist consultant. Your family doctor (or primary care provider) remains responsible for your routine healthcare, ongoing prescriptions (unless specified otherwise by the specialist), and coordinating your overall care. Dr. Chevalier will communicate findings and recommendations back to your family doctor.
- Can Dr. Manon Chevalier provide advice on healthy aging?
- Yes, as part of a comprehensive assessment, Dr. Chevalier can discuss evidence-based strategies for healthy aging. This might include advice on appropriate exercise, nutrition, preventative health screenings, vaccinations, cognitive health maintenance, and managing chronic conditions effectively to promote longevity and well-being.
- What typically happens during a first consultation?
- During your initial visit, Dr. Chevalier will conduct a thorough review of your medical history, symptoms, and medications based on your referral and the information you provide. She will likely perform a relevant physical examination. Following this assessment, she will discuss her findings, potential diagnoses, recommended further investigations (if any), and a proposed management plan. There will be time for you to ask questions.
- What happens after the initial consultation?
- After your assessment, Dr. Chevalier will typically send a detailed consultation report with findings and recommendations to your referring physician. Depending on your specific situation and the reason for referral, she may arrange follow-up appointments, order further tests, or transition care management back to your family doctor with specialist guidance. The plan will be discussed with you.
CIUSSS de la Capitale Nationale et CHU de QC
1050 ch Sainte-Foy
Québec, QC G1S 4L8
Phone: (418) 682-7605
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Chevalier is a licensed physician regulated by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ) under the Medical Act in QC. Patients are typically seen by referral from their primary care physician.
Verify registration with the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ): https://www.cmq.org/en/directory/physicians?number=85445