With expertise in Anesthesiology, Dr. Stéphanie Rivard ensures patients receive appropriate anesthetic management tailored to their needs. Practicing primarily at facilities in Trois-Rivières, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, adhering strictly to the standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ). Dr. Rivard provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on patient safety and comfort during all phases of anesthesia for surgical and medical procedures.
Dr. Rivard graduated with a Medical Degree in 2017 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on July 1, 2017. She completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, which includes rigorous clinical rotations and assessments that meet the high standards required for certification. Her education and training enable her to deliver safe, evidence-based anesthetic care that is customized to each patient’s unique health profile.
Her clinical philosophy is rooted in an evidence-based and informative approach, prioritizing patient safety and comfort in Trois-Rivières. Dr. Rivard is committed to continuous learning and applying the latest best practices in anesthesia. She is fluent in French, ensuring clear communication with her patients, and maintains a professional focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the regulations of the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ).
- 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.
- Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
- Anesthesia for Outpatient/Ambulatory Surgery: Providing safe and effective anesthesia tailored for procedures where patients are expected to go home the same day.
- 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.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Rivard (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. Rivard practices primarily at the CHAUR de Trois-Rivières in the Cap-de-la-Madeleine Sector West neighborhood of Trois-Rivières. The facility is located near the Sanctuaire Notre-Dame-du-Cap in Cap-de-la-Madeleine. It is easily accessible 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. Rivard? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Rivard 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. Rivard 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. Rivard from the team covering your procedure.
- How do my existing health conditions (e.g., heart problems, asthma, sleep apnea) affect anesthesia?
- Existing health conditions are a key part of the pre-anesthetic assessment. Dr. Rivard needs to know about all conditions like heart disease, lung problems (asthma, COPD, sleep apnea), diabetes, kidney disease, etc. This information allows her to choose the safest anesthetic drugs and techniques, anticipate potential issues, and optimize monitoring during your procedure. For example, adjustments might be made for sleep apnea or specific cardiac monitoring used for heart conditions.
CHAUR de Trois-Rivières
1991 boul du Carmel
Trois-Rivières, QC G8Z 3R9
Phone: (819) 697-3333
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Rivard 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=17536