About
With expertise in Anesthesiology, Dr. Sylvie McKenty ensures patients receive appropriate anesthetic management tailored to their needs. Practicing primarily at facilities in Montréal, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, adhering to the high standards set by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ). She provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, focusing on patient safety, comfort, and individualized treatment plans for those requiring anesthesia for surgical or medical procedures.
Dr. McKenty graduated with a Medical Degree in 1987 and holds specialty certification in Anesthesiology, issued on July 1, 1987. She completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, gaining in-depth knowledge and clinical skills necessary for safe and effective anesthetic care. Her certifications and ongoing education reflect her commitment to maintaining excellence in her specialty.
Her clinical philosophy emphasizes clear and educational communication, prioritizing patient safety and comfort in Montréal. She speaks both French and English, ensuring effective communication with diverse patient populations. Dr. McKenty is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based anesthetic care aligned with current medical standards and best practices.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. McKenty (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. McKenty primarily practices at the Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM), Dép d'anesthésiologie, situated in the Ville-Marie East (Quartier Latin, Village) neighborhood of Montréal. The practice is conveniently located near Place Jacques-Cartier in Old Montreal, making it easily accessible for patients. The facility is well-connected by the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), with options including Métro and bus routes. The practice location is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility, providing convenient access for patients arriving by car.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. McKenty? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. McKenty 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. McKenty 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. McKenty from the team covering your procedure.
- What is the role of an Anesthesiologist?
- An Anesthesiologist is a specialist medical doctor (physician) extensively trained in anesthesiology, critical care medicine, and pain management. They are responsible for developing the anesthesia plan, administering anesthetic drugs, ensuring your safety and vital functions (like breathing, heart rate, blood pressure) are stable during a procedure, managing any medical emergencies that arise, and overseeing your immediate recovery and pain control afterwards.
CHUM, Dép d'anesthésiologie
D.04.5028-1000 rue Saint-Denis
Montréal, QC H2X 0C1
Phone: (514) 890-8000 | Fax: (514) 412-7310
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. McKenty 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=87136