Dr. Marina Belda – Anesthesiologist | Rivière-du-Loup, QC

With expertise in Anesthesiology, Dr. Marina Belda ensures patients receive appropriate anesthetic management tailored to their needs. Practicing primarily at facilities in Rivière-du-Loup, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology. Her practice adheres to the high standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), ensuring safe and effective anesthetic services for all patients requiring surgical or medical procedures.

Dr. Belda graduated with her Medical Degree in 2015 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology, issued on July 1, 2015, after completing extensive post-graduate medical training in the field. Her education and certification underscore her commitment to maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice and patient safety.

Her clinical philosophy is rooted in a calm and reassuring approach, prioritizing patient safety and comfort throughout the perioperative experience. She speaks French fluently and is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to patients in Rivière-du-Loup and the surrounding areas.

• 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.
• Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC) / Sedation: Providing varying levels of sedation (light to deep) and analgesia, combined with close monitoring of vital signs, for procedures not requiring general anesthesia.
• 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.

Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Belda (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. Belda primarily practices at the Hôpital régional du Grand-Portage, located near the central area of Rivière-du-Loup. This hospital is conveniently situated close to local points of interest such as Parc des Chutes and the downtown core. The facility is easily accessible via local public transit options, making it convenient for patients to attend appointments. The hospital is wheelchair accessible, ensuring comfort and accessibility for all patients. Parking is available at the facility, providing ease of access for those arriving by car.

How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Belda? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?

In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Belda 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. Belda 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. Belda from the team covering your procedure.

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. Belda needs to know about all conditions like heart disease, lung problems (asthma, COPD, sleep apnea), diabetes, kidney disease, etc. This information allows she to choose the safest anesthetic drugs and techniques, anticipate potential issues, and optimize monitoring during your procedure. Adjustments might be made for sleep apnea or specific cardiac monitoring used for heart conditions.

How will my pain be managed after the procedure?

Effective pain management is a priority. Depending on the procedure, Dr. Belda may use strategies like regional nerve blocks placed before or during surgery for prolonged numbness, patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pumps, epidural infusions, or a combination of different types of pain medications (multimodal analgesia). The goal is to keep you comfortable to aid recovery and mobility. This plan is often coordinated with the surgical team.

Hôpital régional du Grand-Portage
75 Rue Saint-Henri
Rivière-du-Loup, QC G5R 2A4

Phone: (418) 868-1000

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Belda 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=15231