About
Dr. Sandra Jacques, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Québec City, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring safe and effective anesthesia care. She adheres to the rigorous standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ) and maintains a focus on evidence-based practices to optimize patient outcomes.
Dr. Jacques graduated with a Medical Degree in 2019 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued July 1, 2019. She completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, gaining comprehensive expertise in perioperative medicine, pain control, and patient safety. Her training emphasizes the latest clinical guidelines and safety protocols to provide high-quality anesthesia services.
Her clinical philosophy is rooted in evidence-based and informative care, prioritizing patient safety and comfort throughout the perioperative experience. In Québec City, she is dedicated to delivering personalized anesthesia care in a safe environment. Dr. Jacques is fluent in French, facilitating clear communication with patients and colleagues alike.
- Intraoperative Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, breathing) and anesthetic depth throughout the procedure to ensure patient safety.
- Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
- 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.
- 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.
- Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Jacques (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. Jacques primarily practices at the CH de l’Université Laval - CHU de Québec, Département d’Anesthésiologie, located in the Sainte-Foy Central (Cité Universitaire South) neighborhood of Québec City. The facility is conveniently situated near the Centre Vidéotron (Arena) and ExpoCité, easily accessible via the Réseau de transport de la Capitale (RTC). The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Jacques? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Jacques 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. Jacques 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. Jacques from the team covering your procedure.
- What are common side effects of anesthesia?
- Common, usually temporary side effects can include nausea, vomiting, sore throat (if a breathing tube was used), drowsiness, dizziness, shivering, or minor discomfort at an IV or block site. Dr. Jacques takes steps to minimize these (e.g., using anti-nausea medication). More serious side effects are uncommon but will be discussed if relevant to your specific situation.
CH de l’Université Laval - CHU de Québec, Département d’Anesthésiologie
2705 Boul Laurier
Québec City, QC G1V 4G2
Phone: (418) 525-4444 | Fax: (418) 654-2249
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Jacques 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=19263