Dr. Michael Anthony Levesque – Internist / Geriatrician | St Catharines, ON

Dr. Michael Anthony Levesque, a respected Internist / Geriatrician, focuses on evidence-based medicine and personalized care plans. Practicing in St Catharines, ON, he serves the surrounding communities with a commitment to improving health outcomes through comprehensive and compassionate care. His practice is situated within Erie Shores HealthCare, providing easy access for patients in the region. The facility is wheelchair accessible, and parking is available at the facility.

Dr. Levesque graduated with a Medical Degree from the University of Toronto in 2003 and has completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics. He holds certifications relevant to his specialties and adheres to the high standards of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). His training ensures that he offers up-to-date, evidence-based management for a broad spectrum of adult and geriatric health issues.

Driven by a clear and educational approach, Dr. Levesque is dedicated to serving the residents of St. Catharines with a focus on patient-centered care. He speaks English fluently and emphasizes open communication to ensure his patients understand their health conditions and treatment options. His philosophy centers on providing thorough assessments, personalized treatment plans, and fostering a collaborative doctor-patient relationship.

Dr. Levesque provides expert care for adults with a wide range of medical conditions, including:

Complex Diagnostic & Multi-System Issues

• Management of Patients with Multiple Comorbidities: Coordinating care and treatment plans for individuals managing several complex health conditions simultaneously.
• Evaluation of Undifferentiated Symptoms: Investigating complex presentations like fatigue, weight loss, or pain without a clear diagnosis.
• Syncope (Fainting) Evaluation: Comprehensive work-up to determine the cause of fainting spells or loss of consciousness.

Management of Chronic Diseases

• Chronic Respiratory Diseases: Care for conditions like COPD, asthma, and interstitial lung disease, focusing on optimizing lung function and managing symptoms.
• Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): Diagnosis, treatment titration, and long-term management of primary and secondary hypertension to mitigate cardiovascular risk.
• Chronic Liver Disease: Diagnosis and management of various liver conditions such as fatty liver disease, chronic hepatitis, and cirrhosis complications.

Geriatric Syndromes & Focused Elder Care

• Frailty Assessment & Management: Identifying and managing frailty to improve resilience, maintain function, and enhance quality of life in older adults.
• Urinary Incontinence Assessment: Evaluation and management of bladder control issues common in older adults.
• Falls, Mobility & Balance Disorders: Multifactorial assessment to identify causes of falls and gait instability; implementation of prevention strategies.

Dr. Levesque 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.

• Preventative Health Risk Assessment: Evaluating individual risk factors for major chronic diseases (e.g., cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis) and developing preventative strategies.
• Driving Safety Assessment Consultation (Medical): Evaluating medical fitness to drive in older adults, considering cognitive, sensory, and physical factors.
• Medication Review and Optimization (Deprescribing): Systematic review of all medications (polypharmacy) to ensure appropriateness, minimize side effects and interactions, and deprescribe unnecessary drugs.
• Internal Medicine Consultation for Primary Care: Providing specialist opinion and management recommendations to family physicians for complex adult patient cases.
• Management of Chronic Respiratory Conditions: Ongoing care for conditions such as COPD, asthma, and interstitial lung diseases, focusing on symptom control and exacerbation prevention.

Note: This list represents some of the key services offered by Dr. Levesque. As a specialist in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care, he provides comprehensive diagnostic and management services. For specific inquiries about whether your condition falls within Dr. Levesque'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 College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO).

Dr. Levesque's practice is located near the central neighborhood of St. Catharines, within Erie Shores HealthCare. The location provides convenient access from surrounding areas, with proximity to local points of interest, public transit routes, and main roadways. The facility is wheelchair accessible, ensuring ease of access for all patients. Parking is available at the facility.

How is payment handled for appointments with Dr. Levesque? Is it covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)?

In ON, medical consultations with specialists like Dr. Levesque are typically covered by your provincial health insurance (Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)) 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 Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) 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. Levesque. 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.

When should someone be referred to an Internist or Geriatrician?

Referrals are typically appropriate for adults with complex diagnostic challenges, poorly controlled chronic diseases (like advanced Urinary Incontinence Assessment or Evaluation of Inflammatory Markers), multiple interacting medical conditions, or unexplained symptoms. For older adults, referrals are common for geriatric syndromes such as falls, memory decline, frailty, or complex medication management (Osteoporosis & Metabolic Bone Disease). Your family doctor can best determine if a specialist consultation is needed.

Erie Shores HealthCare
1200 Fourth Avenue
St Catharines, ON L2S 0A9

Phone: (905) 682-6451 | Fax: (905) 682-3391

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Levesque is a licensed physician regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) under the Medicine Act, 1991 in ON. Patients are typically seen by referral from their primary care physician.

Verify registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO): https://doctors.cpso.on.ca/DoctorDetails/Levesque-Michael-Anthony/0201338-79435