Dr. Stéphane Thériault – Anesthesiologist | Rivière-du-Loup, QC

As a skilled Anesthesiologist, Dr. Stéphane Thériault plays a crucial role in patient safety and comfort during the perioperative period. Practicing primarily at facilities in Rivière-du-Loup, QC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams. His practice is aligned with the standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), ensuring high-quality and safe anesthetic care. Dr. Thériault provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on tailoring anesthesia plans to meet individual patient needs during surgical or medical procedures.

Dr. Thériault graduated with a Medical Degree in 1997 and holds specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on July 1, 1997. He completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, equipping him with the expertise required to manage a broad spectrum of anesthetic needs safely and effectively. His certification and ongoing education reflect his commitment to maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice and patient safety.

His clinical philosophy is centered around providing calm and reassuring care, fostering a trusting environment for his patients. Dr. Thériault is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of his patients in Rivière-du-Loup, speaking primarily in French, and communicating clearly to reduce anxiety and enhance understanding throughout the perioperative process.

• Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
• Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
• 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.
• Airway Management Expertise: Skilled management of the patient's airway, including intubation (placing a breathing tube) when necessary, ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation.
• 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. Thériault (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. Thériault primarily practices at the Centre Hospitalier Régional du Grand-Portage, situated in the heart of Rivière-du-Loup. The hospital is conveniently located near local points of interest such as the Rivière-du-Loup waterfront and historic downtown area. Patients can access the facility easily via local public transit, with bus stops nearby. The hospital is wheelchair accessible, ensuring comfort and ease of access for all patients. Parking is available at the facility, providing convenient options for those arriving by car.

How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Thériault? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?

In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Thériault 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. Thériault 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. Thériault from the team covering your procedure.

What are the main types of anesthesia you might use?

Dr. Thériault 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.

Is it possible to wake up during general anesthesia?

Awareness under general anesthesia is extremely rare with modern techniques and monitoring used by Anesthesiologists like Dr. Thériault. Specialized monitors help track the depth of anesthesia, and drug doses are carefully adjusted throughout the procedure to ensure you remain safely unconscious and unaware.

Do Anesthesiologists only work in the operating room?

While the OR is central, Anesthesiologists like Dr. Stéphane Thériault often work in other areas too, including:

• Labour and delivery suites (providing epidurals)
• Intensive Care Units (managing critically ill patients)
• Pre-operative assessment clinics
• Pain clinics (treating chronic pain)
• Procedure rooms (e.g., endoscopy, radiology, cardiology)

His specific areas of practice will depend on his training and hospital/clinic roles.

Centre Hospitalier Régional du Grand-Portage
75 rue Saint-Henri
Rivière-du-Loup, QC G5R 2A4

Phone: (418) 868-1010

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Thériault 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=97304