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Frequently Asked Questions About Polyclinic 819
How do I get an appointment with a sports medicine doctor at Polyclinic 819?
In order to have a consultation with one of our physicians, your family physician or a referring physician must send us a request for a sports medicine consultation.
Once we receive your request, you will be placed on a waiting list according to the priority of your diagnosis. Please note that the priorities have been established by our physicians.
We will contact you when we are able to make an appointment.
We do not contact patients upon receipt of the request.
The request is cancelled if:
- It is outside the scope of our physicians' expertise
- After three attempts to contact the patient, with no return call.
What is the waiting period to see one of your sports doctors?
The delay can vary between 1 and 6 months. It depends on your diagnosis and the number of requests received.
What types of injections can be done at Polyclinic 819?
Our doctors can perform cortisone injections, viscosupplementation or arthrographic distension (for capsulitis).
Hematology - Oncology
Is my follow-up with the doctor done at the hospital or at your clinic?
Your doctor may have told you where your follow-up will take place. If not, you can contact us.
If you are being treated at the hospital in Gatineau for cancer, your follow-up will be done at the hospital.
Do I need to have my blood drawn before my follow-up with the doctor?
The doctor will have given you a laboratory request for your blood tests following your last appointment. If you don't have it, contact us if the doctor asked for it.
Orthopedics
How do I see an orthopedist at your clinic?
Your family doctor or primary care physician must make the request to the Dispatch Centre (DRC). The hospital will then contact you with an appointment, either at the hospital or at our clinic
Why do I need to have x-rays if I have already had other tests?
Orthopedists ask for recent x-rays (less than 1 year old), even though you may have had a magnetic resonance, a CT scan or another exam.
If I see an orthopedist at the hospital, can I have my follow-ups at your clinic?
Unfortunately, follow-ups must still be done at the hospital.
If I have seen the orthopedist at your clinic and I have an operation, will my follow-ups be done at your clinic?
Post-operative follow-ups will be done at the hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cortisone Injections
What is the purpose of cortisone (corticosteroid) injections?
Control inflammation to reduce pain, swelling and stiffness in order to improve comfort and return to activity.
When should I see a result?
You may feel better within minutes and for a few hours, due to the painkiller that is used. Cortisone can take up to 14 days to take effect.
However, it is difficult to predict how long your relief will last.
What should I do after my injection?
- It is recommended to rest the injected joint for 24 hours.
- You can apply ice up to 48-72 hours after your injection.
- It is recommended not to force your joint for 14 days post-injection.
What to watch for after an injection?
- In patients with diabetes, your blood sugar may be higher for 7 to 10 days after the cortisone injection. Therefore, you should monitor your blood sugar more carefully.
- Occasionally, there may be an increase in pain for 24 to 48 hours.
- Also watch for signs of infection (1 case / 20,000) of redness, inflammation, pain, fever. If you suspect an infection, go to the emergency room.
How often can I receive cortisone injections?
There should be a minimum of 3 months between injections.
Frequently Asked Questions About Viscosupplementation
What is viscosupplementation?
It is a hyaluronic acid gel that mimics the synovial fluid that is normally present in a healthy joint. Synovial fluid is viscous and elastic and is located in the joint.
What does viscosupplementation do?
- Lubricates and protects the joint
- Reduces pain and unpleasant sensations
- Helps protect the cartilage from further damage
- Helps to resume activities.
When should I see a result?
Some patients see results immediately after the injection, but it can also take up to 4 weeks.
What should I do after my injections?
You can apply ice up to 48-72 hours after your injection if you feel pain
You can resume your normal activities
What to watch for after an injection?
There may be an increase in pain for 24 to 72 hours (in 25% of cases).
Some viscosupplements can create an inflammatory phenomenon the week following your injection. If pain appears 4 to 5 days after the injection, continue to apply ice. You can consult your family doctor or your pharmacist about taking anti-inflammatory medication if it is recommended for your health condition or not.
How often can I have viscosupplementation injections?
You can have viscosupplementation injections every 6 months.
What is the cost for viscosupplementation?
Prices can range from $150 for small joints (ankle, wrist) to about $500 for joints such as knees and hips. Some insurance plans may cover the cost. Viscosupplementation is not covered by the RAMQ.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arthrographic Distensions
What is arthrographic distension?
It is an injection of sterile saline water, analgesic (lidocaine) and cortisone into the joint (most often the shoulder) to stretch the joint capsule and break up adhesions that restrict movement.
What should I do after my injection?
- Recent studies have shown that physiotherapy combined with arthrographic distension is the most effective treatment for capsulitis. We strongly suggest that you make a physiotherapy appointment within 4 hours of your arthrographic distension.
- It will be important to mobilize your shoulder. Your physiotherapist can prescribe an effective and personalized exercise program.
- You may apply ice within 24-48 hours following the procedure.
How often can I have an arthrographic distension?
It can be done within a minimum of 6 to 8 weeks.
WE WOULD LIKE TO REMIND ALL PATIENTS,
RESPECT for the clinic staff would be greatly appreciated.
ZERO tolerance for verbal abuse over the phone and/or in person. The staff is there to help you, not the other way around.
Thank you,
Management
Polyclinique 819 works in collaboration with MédiSport Physio.
The Team at Polyclinic 819
Sports Medicine Doctors
Dr Daphnée Ellyson
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- Medical degree from the University of Montreal and completed her residency in family medicine at McGill University
- Bachelor's degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa.
- Member of the Canadian Association of Sport and Exercise Medicine
- Sports physician for the Gatineau Olympiques (QMJHL)
- Sport First Responder (National Canadian Red Cross certification)
- Advanced Pediatric Life Support (Canadian Paediatric Society)
- Advanced Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Heart and Stroke Foundation)
Dr. Maxime Chambot
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- Diploma in Sports Medicine CASEM (Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine)
- Residency in family medicine at McGill University
- Medical degree from the University of Montreal
- Bachelor's degree in physiotherapy from Laval University.
- Chief Physician of the Gatineau Olympiques (QMJHL)
- Physician for Volleyball Canada
Other training :
- European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) musculoskeletal ultrasound course
- Ultrasound guided injection and sonopathology course (University of Toronto)
- Team Physician Course (CASEM Team Physician Development Course)
- Sport First Responder (National Canadian Red Cross certification)
- CASTED Fracture Clinic Orthopedic course (North York General Hospital of Toronto)
Orthopedists
Dr Henry Serventes Gaspard
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- Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr Nayla Gosselin-Papadopoulos
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- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Foot & Ankle Surgey
Dr Natalie Therriault, MD, FSCRC
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- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Foot & Ankle Surgery
- ISCD Osteoporosis Clinician
Dr William Desloges
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- Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Upper Extremity Surgery
- Orthopaedic Trauma
Hematologist Oncologist
Dr Daniel Plouffe
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- Hematologist
- Medical oncologist
Dr Khalid Azzouzi
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- Hematologist
- Medical oncologist
Forensic Medicine:
Dr Jean Varin
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- Orthopedist
- Forensic Expert
Contact Us
Address: 444 boul. de l’Hôpital #130, Gatineau, Qc, J8T 7X6
Phone: 819-282-7095
# 2 for Sports Medicine & Hemato-Oncology
# 3 For Orthopedics Clinic
Fax : 819-243-7081