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André Dion – Expert in Forensic Toxicology

André Dion is a highly qualified professional involved in the scientific and forensic community. He is a member of:

- Ordre des chimistes du Québec (OCQ)

- Canadian Society of Forensic Sciences (SCSJ-CSFS)

- French Society of Analytical Toxicology (SFTA)

- Society of Forensic Toxicologists (SOFT)

- The International Association of Forensic Toxicologists (TIAFT)

- International Association of Clinical and Forensic Toxicology (IACFT)

- DrugImpairment.com

His involvement in these organizations is a testament to his expertise and dedication to maintaining high standards in forensic toxicology. As President of the Association of Chemists and Biochemists of Quebec (ACBQ), he plays a key role in promoting excellence and advancing the chemical and biochemical sciences in Quebec.

Types of expertise offered by Montréal Forensique

- Forensic toxicology (live and post-mortem)

- Alcohol impairment (ADA, Breathalyzer)

- Drug recognition assessment (DRE-ERD)

- Effects of psychotropic drugs on individuals

- Chain of custody and documentary traceability

- Verification of the reliability and accuracy of blood, urine, saliva, and hair tests

In more detail

🔬 Evaluation of the reliability and accuracy of toxicological analyses

• Verification of analysis results from forensic, hospital, and private laboratories

• Critical analysis of the methods used and the conclusions reached

📊 Toxicological interpretation of analysis results

• Assessment of the effects of substances on the central nervous system

• Determination of the impact of alcohol and drugs on cognitive and motor abilities

• Analysis of drug interactions and their influence on toxicity

🚗 Expertise in impaired abilities due to alcohol and drugs

• Evaluation of impaired driving cases

• Analysis of symptomatic tests and drug recognition evaluations

• Interpretation of biological sample and screening test results

🏥 Validation of analyses in hospital and forensic settings

• Verification of test results performed in a clinical setting

• Evaluation of protocols and analytical methods used in medical settings

• Expertise in post-mortem and live toxicological analyses

📜 Verification of laboratory quality assurance processes

• Assessment of laboratory compliance with ISO 17025 standards, with a focus on forensic and judicial sciences

• Analysis of chains of custody and sample traceability

• Review of analytical protocols to ensure the scientific rigor of analyses

⚖️ Consultation and expert testimony

• Supporting lawyers and courts in understanding toxicology reports

• Drafting detailed and impartial expert reports

• Testifying in court in criminal, civil, and administrative matters

• Private and legal assistance mandate (AJ)

🎓 Training and professional support

• Specialized training in forensic toxicology and results interpretation

• Raising awareness of issues related to alcohol and drug impairment

• Supporting legal professionals in analyzing scientific evidence

Montréal Forensique is your trusted partner to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and rigorous interpretation of toxicological analyses.