About
Dr. Marie-Luce Desrosiers, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Greenfield Park, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams. Her practice is aligned with the standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), ensuring that patient safety and quality of care are at the forefront of her work. Dr. Desrosiers provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on optimizing patient comfort and safety throughout surgical procedures and diagnostic interventions.
Dr. Desrosiers graduated with a Medical Degree in 1986 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on July 1, 1986. She completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, including clinical rotations and specialized fellowships, ensuring her expertise in the field. Her certifications attest to her proficiency and dedication to maintaining the highest standards of medical practice, as recognized by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ).
Her clinical philosophy emphasizes clear communication, patient safety, and educational engagement. She is fluent in French and dedicated to providing accessible, compassionate care to her diverse patient population in Greenfield Park. Dr. Desrosiers strives to ensure each patient feels informed and comfortable before, during, and after their procedures, always prioritizing safety and individualized care.
- 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.
- 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).
- Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
- 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.
- Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Desrosiers (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. Desrosiers primarily practices at the Hôpital Charles LeMoyne, situated near the central Greenfield Park neighborhood. The hospital is easily accessible via local public transit options, including bus routes serving the area. It is conveniently located close to local points of interest such as the Greenfield Park Shopping Centre and the Greenfield Park Library. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility, providing convenient access for patients and visitors.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Desrosiers? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Desrosiers 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. Desrosiers 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. Desrosiers from the team covering your procedure.
- Is anesthesia safe?
- Modern anesthesia, administered by trained Anesthesiologists like Dr. Desrosiers using advanced monitoring, is very safe for most patients. While all medical procedures have some risk, serious complications from anesthesia are rare. Your individual risk depends on your health, the type of surgery, and the type of anesthesia used. This will be carefully assessed and discussed with you before your procedure.
- Do Anesthesiologists only work in the operating room?
- While the OR is central, Anesthesiologists like Dr. Desrosiers 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)
Her specific areas of practice will depend on her training and hospital/clinic roles.
Hôpital Charles LeMoyne
3120 boul Taschereau
Greenfield Park, QC J4V 2H1
Phone: (450) 466-5000
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Desrosiers 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=86161