For patients experiencing GERD, lifestyle modifications are the first treatment options to be considered. Diet changes are appropriate and patients who are obese are at higher risk for GERD. Individual triggers may differ but your physician might suggest sleeping on

The most common type of esophageal cancer in the U.S. is adenocarcinoma. The precursor lesion to adenocarcinoma is called Barrett's Esophagus. It is caused when the lining of the esophagus changes to mimic the stomach. Risk factors for Barrett's Esophagus

GERD or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease is the #1 diagnosis we see in Gastroenterology. Reflux happens when the stomach's contents backs up into the esophagus. Heartburn is the most common (but not the only) symptom of GERD. In this episode of