Academic and Professional Background
After earning his bachelor’s degree in physical Activity in 1987, Dr. Houde pursued his studies in Family Medicine at Université Laval, completing his residency in 1993. He then practiced at a hospital center in Côte-Nord before obtaining his specialty in Emergency Medicine (CCFP-MU) in 2000, working exclusively at universities trauma centers for 20 years.
His outstanding contribution to family medicine earned him Fellowship status from the College of Family Physicians of Canada (FCFP) in 2004, a distinction reflecting his dedication to his patients and the medical community. In 2009, he achieved independent practitioner status in ultrasound, expanding his expertise. In 2012, advanced training in aeromedical transport in England enabled him to conduct numerous patient transfers to specialized centers in Europe and the United States.
Teaching and Humanitarian Engagement
Dr. Houde has shared his expertise by teaching emergency medicine residents, focusing on essential aspects such as advanced cardiac and pediatric care, trauma, ultrasound, and difficult intubations. Alongside his clinical practice, he has dedicated time to humanitarian missions abroad, enhancing healthcare in underserved regions.
Through organizations like the Red Cross and Training without Borders, he has provided assistance in Syrian refugee camps and participated in medical training programs in several countries including Morocco, Jordan, Sudan, Egypt, Eritrea, and others.
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Expertise
Continually striving to refine his skills, Dr. Houde completed extensive training in musculoskeletal ultrasound in the United States and Canada in 2019. For over four years, he has been providing ultrasound-guided infiltration services, ensuring superior quality care for his patients.
At Your Service
Dr. Alain Houde is dedicated to meeting your medical needs, whether for medical emergencies, sports medicine evaluations, or musculoskeletal ultrasounds (infiltration and PRP). He looks forward to meeting you.
We are privileged to have Dr. Houde join the Médicym team in 2019.