While both groups had weight-loss success, the first group had better outcomes reducing their acid reflux symptoms compared to the group who just had gastric bypass. “This is the first study to ...

Have antacids and other medications to help control gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) failed to bring relief? Have you changed your diet but still suffer frequent heartburn or other uncomfortable ...

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Doctors at Memorial Hospital in Savannah are helping patients ditch medication and live indigestion ...

Finding relief from daily heartburn and the symptoms of acid reflux can be tough. Now, a new surgical option being discussed by a Food and Drug Administration advisory panel could offer relief and ...

LIMA — Dr. Jeremy Heffner, general surgeon at Lima Memorial Health System, has recently performed more than 100 LINX Reflux Management System procedures. According to a recent press release, Heffner’s ...

Dear Dr. Roach: For years, my 80-year-old aunt has been suffering from profound reflux problems that result in vomiting. Her esophagus was surgically detached from her stomach for over a year. Now ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Among patients who underwent lung transplantation, laparoscopic Toupet fundoplication provided objective acid reflux control and preserved lung function and foregut motility, ...

Reflux sometimes includes bile. Cutting out certain foods may help alleviate reflux, but consult with a doctor for the best ...

Repeat (also known as reoperative) anti-reflux surgery is a special kind of surgery done to fix problems that continue or come back after the first surgery to stop acid from flowing back into the food ...

Portsmouth Regional Hospital is now offering a new treatment for chronic acid reflux. The procedure, transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF), creates a barrier at the top of the stomach to prevent ...