About
With expertise in Anesthesiology, Dr. Mélanie Laverdière ensures patients receive appropriate anesthetic management tailored to their needs. Practicing primarily at facilities in Lévis, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, adhering to the standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ). She provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on patient safety and comfort during all phases of anesthesia management.
Dr. Laverdière graduated with a Medical Degree in 2010 and has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology for over 14 years. She completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, ensuring her expertise aligns with the latest clinical standards and best practices.
Her clinical philosophy emphasizes professionalism, safety, and individualized patient care. She is committed to optimizing patient outcomes while maintaining a high standard of safety and comfort. Fluent in French, Dr. Laverdière communicates effectively with her diverse patient population in Lévis, QC.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
- Intraoperative Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, breathing) and anesthetic depth throughout the procedure to ensure patient safety.
- Anesthesia for Outpatient/Ambulatory Surgery: Providing safe and effective anesthesia tailored for procedures where patients are expected to go home the same day.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Laverdière (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. Mélanie Laverdière primarily practices at the Hotel-Dieu de Lévis, situated in the Lévis Centre in the Lauzon neighborhood of Lévis. The facility is conveniently accessible via the Traverse Québec-Lévis ferry terminal and is well served by the Société de transport de Lévis (STLévis) public transit system. The hospital is equipped to accommodate all patients with mobility needs, and the facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility for those arriving by private vehicle, providing ease of access for patients and visitors.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Laverdière? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Laverdière 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. Laverdière 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. Laverdière from the team covering your procedure.
- How will my pain be managed after the procedure?
- Effective pain management is a priority. Depending on the procedure, Dr. Laverdière 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.
- What are the main types of anesthesia you might use?
- Dr. Laverdière selects the safest and most appropriate anesthetic based on your health and the procedure. Options include:
- General Anesthesia: You'll be completely unconscious and unaware.
- Regional Anesthesia: A specific body part is numbed (e.g., spinal/epidural for lower body, nerve block for arm/leg). You might be awake or sedated.
- Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC)/Sedation: Medication helps you relax and feel drowsy, often used with local anesthetic by the surgeon.
The choice will be discussed with you beforehand.
Hotel-Dieu de Lévis
143 Rue Wolfe
Lévis, QC G6V 3Z1
Phone: (418) 835-7121
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Laverdière 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=10597