Eps. 162: Reflux Treatment Beyond Antacids with Ali Zakaria, M.D. & Pial Hope, D.O.

Popping an antacid might work for occasional heartburn. For many people though, acid reflux is a daily battle that affects sleep, diet and quality of life. Ali Zakaria, M.D., Gastroenterologist and Pial Hope, D.O., General Surgeon, both of Rapid City Hospital, discuss why gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may require more than over-the-counter solutions. The duo explains the cause of chronic symptoms and elaborate on their collaborative approach to diagnosis and treatment. They explore advanced care options including transoral fundoplication and robotic surgery, address concerns about long-term medication use and explain why proper diagnosis is crucial before any intervention. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.