Dr. Stéphane Pellerin, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Trois-Rivières, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams. He adheres to the rigorous standards established by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ) and provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology. His focus is always on ensuring patient safety and comfort during medical procedures, helping patients feel calm and reassured throughout their experience.
Dr. Pellerin graduated with a Medical Degree in 1987 and holds specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued July 1, 1987. He completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, acquiring the skills necessary for advanced pain management, airway management, and perioperative medicine. His training and certifications ensure that he remains at the forefront of his specialty, dedicated to delivering safe and effective anesthesia care.
His clinical philosophy is rooted in providing calm, reassuring support to patients before, during, and after procedures. Dr. Pellerin is committed to patient safety in Trois-Rivières, speaking primarily in French, and ensuring that each patient feels informed and cared for with compassion and professionalism. His approach emphasizes thorough communication and individualized care tailored to each patient's needs.
- 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.
- 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.
- Airway Management Expertise: Skilled management of the patient's airway, including intubation (placing a breathing tube) when necessary, ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation.
- 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.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Pellerin (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. Pellerin's practice is primarily based at Médispa Victoria Park, located in the Downtown Trois-Rivières neighborhood of Trois-Rivières. The facility is conveniently situated near the Sanctuaire Notre-Dame-du-Cap in Cap-de-la-Madeleine. Patients can access the clinic easily via the Société de transport de Trois-Rivières (STTR). The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Pellerin? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Pellerin 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. Pellerin 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. Pellerin from the team covering your procedure.
- Will I definitely meet the Anesthesiologist before my surgery/procedure?
- You will always have an anesthesia assessment before your procedure. For major surgeries or complex health issues, this often occurs at a pre-admission clinic days or weeks beforehand. For healthier patients undergoing shorter procedures, the detailed discussion and assessment with Dr. Pellerin (or a colleague providing your care that day) may happen just before the procedure starts. In either case, your questions will be answered.
- Is anesthesia safe?
- Modern anesthesia, administered by trained Anesthesiologists like Dr. Pellerin 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.
Médispa Victoria Park
836 Rue des Ursulines
Trois-Rivières, QC G9A 5B9
Phone: (819) 489-0523
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Pellerin 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=87460