About
Dr. Murray Samuel Yazer, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Montréal, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams. He adheres to the professional standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), ensuring safe and effective anesthesia practices. Dr. Yazer provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on optimizing patient safety and comfort during medical procedures.
He graduated with a Medical Degree in 2013 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued September 16, 2013. Dr. Yazer completed extensive postgraduate medical training in Anesthesiology, acquiring the expertise necessary to manage a wide range of anesthetic needs. His training emphasizes evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.
Driven by a professional and clinical philosophy, Dr. Yazer is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety in Montréal. He speaks French fluently, facilitating clear communication with a diverse patient population. His commitment is to deliver safe, compassionate, and individualized anesthetic care for patients requiring surgical or medical procedures.
- Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
- Intraoperative Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, breathing) and anesthetic depth throughout the procedure to ensure patient safety.
- 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.
- Anesthesia for Outpatient/Ambulatory Surgery: Providing safe and effective anesthesia tailored for procedures where patients are expected to go home the same day.
- 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.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Yazer (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. Yazer primarily practices at Hôpital Saint-Mary, located in the Côte-des-Neiges Central (UdeM area) neighborhood of Montréal. The hospital is conveniently situated near Decarie Square, a popular shopping destination. Accessibility is facilitated via the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), with options including Métro and bus routes. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Yazer? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Yazer 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. Yazer 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. Yazer from the team covering your procedure.
- What are the main types of anesthesia you might use?
- Dr. Yazer 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.
Hôpital Saint-Mary
3830 av Lacombe
Montréal, QC H3T 1M5
Phone: (514) 345-3511
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Yazer 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=13686