About
As a skilled Anesthesiologist, Dr. Samuël Beaupré-Béchard plays a crucial role in patient safety and comfort during the perioperative period. Practicing primarily at facilities in Chicoutimi, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams by providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology. His practice adheres to the high standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), ensuring that patients receive safe and effective anesthesia services tailored to their individual needs.
Dr. Beaupré-Béchard graduated with a Medical Degree in 2020 and completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology. He holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on September 2, 2020, by the relevant certifying body, reflecting his dedication to ongoing professional development and clinical excellence.
Dedicated to evidence-based medicine, Dr. Beaupré-Béchard emphasizes patient safety and comfort throughout his clinical practice in Chicoutimi. He communicates fluently in French and is committed to providing clear, informative care to all patients, ensuring they are well-informed and confident in their anesthesia journey.
- Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
- 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).
- 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.
- Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
- 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. Beaupré-Béchard (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. Beaupré-Béchard primarily practices at the Hôpital de Chicoutimi, Anesthésiologie et réanimation, located near the central Chicoutimi neighborhood. The hospital is conveniently accessible via local public transit, with nearby points of interest including the Chicoutimi River and local parks. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Beaupré-Béchard? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Beaupré-Béchard 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. Beaupré-Béchard 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. Beaupré-Béchard from the team covering your procedure.
- Is anesthesia safe?
- Modern anesthesia, administered by trained Anesthesiologists like Dr. Beaupré-Béchard 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.
Hôpital de Chicoutimi, Anesthésiologie et réanimation
305 rue Saint-Vallier
Chicoutimi, QC G7H 5H6
Phone: (418) 541-1000
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Beaupré-Béchard 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=20905