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TIF® Talk

by Merit Medical

Welcome to TIF® Talk, sponsored by Merit Medical, a podcast that interviews physicians and real-life patients about the most common gastrointestinal disorder, GERD, commonly known as chronic acid reflux. Listen to patients and physicians interact, break down the disease from different perspectives, and learn how taking the next step in your treatment can change your life!

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Episodes

  1. Episode 181: Dr. Marble Talks About Long-Term PPI Use and the TIF 2.0® Procedure

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  2. Episode 180: Dr. Sattler Discusses GERD Treatment Options

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  3. Episode 179: Dr. Taylor and Dr. Ivan Educate on Chronic Acid Reflux

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  4. Episode 178: Dr. Cottrell Discusses How GERD Treatments Such as the TIF 2.0 Procedure Work at an Anatomical Level

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  5. Episode 177: Dr. Bour Talks About Long-Term Solutions Beyond Daily Medication for Acid Reflux

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  6. Episode 176: Dr. Craig Smith Discusses Chronic Acid Reflux, Barrett's esophagus and Esophageal Cancer

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  7. Episode 175: Dr. Dargis Explains Chronic Acid Reflux and the TIF 2.0® Procedure

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  8. Episode 174: Dr. Morales Talks About Chronic Acid Reflux

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  9. Episode 173: Dr. Kheder Discusses Chronic Acid Reflux Symptoms

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  10. Episode 172: Dr. Ivan Harnden Discusses GERD and Chronic Reflux

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  11. Episode 171: Dr. Kheder Discusses GERD and Esophagitis

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  12. Episode 170: Dr. Ajay Bajaj Discusses Chronic Acid Reflux and the TIF 2.0® Procedure

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® Procedure.

  13. Episode 169: Dr. Marble Discusses Lifestyle Adjustments, Medications and Advanced Procedures for GERD Patients

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure.

  14. Episode 168: Dr. League Ahmed and Dr. Shahzad Iqbal Discuss Acid Reflux and It's Relation to Potential Complications

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure.

  15. Episode 167: Dr. Paul Severson Discusses Barrett’s esophagus and How It Relates to Chronic Acid Reflux

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure.

  16. Episode 166: Dr. Jorden Marble Discusses Chronic Acid Reflux and Treatment Options

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure.

  17. Episode 165: Dr. Singh, Dr. Ade, Dr. Chime Explain the Root Cause of Acid Reflux

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure.

  18. Episode 164: Dr. Jay Yepuri and Dr. Joseph Elieson Discuss GERD Education and the TIF 2.0® Procedure

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure.

  19. Episode 163: GERD Education, Management, and Preventative Care with Dr. Ivan Harnden

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in acid reflux management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure.

  20. Episode 162: Dr. Ahmed and Dr. Iqbal Discuss the Latest in GERD Management

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0 procedure!

  21. Episode 161: Dr. Amber Koon on Chronic Acid Reflux and Treatment Options

    Tune in to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  22. Episode 160: Dr. Kenneth Chang Discusses Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Procedures for GERD

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  23. Episode 159: Dr. Craig Smith Discusses the Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication for GERD Patients

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  24. Episode 158: Dr. Valentino Piacentino Discusses the Connection Between Hiatal Hernias and GERD

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  25. Episode 157: Dr. James Bardoner Discusses Chronic GERD, Symptoms, Management, and Long-Term Options

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  26. Episode 156: Dr. Paul Severson Discusses GERD, Barrett's esophagus and Esophageal Cancer

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  27. Episode 155: Dr. Haidry Discusses Chronic GERD, Symptom Management, and Long-Term Treatment Options

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  28. Episode 154: Dr. Phuong Nguyen & Dr. Daryl Pearlstein Discuss Lifestyle Modifications for Chronic GERD Sufferers

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  29. Episode 153: Dr. Lorenzo Sampson Discusses Medications, Lifestyle Therapies, and Surgical Interventions for GERD

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  30. Episode 152: Dr. Valentino Piacentino Discusses Options Available to Treat GERD

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Valentino Piacentino to discuss acid reflux, management strategies, and treatment options, including the minimally invasive TIF 2.0® procedure. Gain knowledge and empower yourself to take control of your GERD journey!

  31. Episode 151: Dr. Gilbert Simoni Answers the Internets' Questions About GERD

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  32. Episode 150: Dr. Ahmed & Dr. Shahzad Discuss Finding Relief From Chronic Acid Reflux

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0 procedure!

  33. Episode 149: Dr. Singh, Dr. Ade, and Dr. Chime Discuss Treatment Options Available For GERD

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  34. Episode 148: Dr. Valentino Piacentino Discussing the Latest in GERD Management

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0® procedure!

  35. Episode 147: Dr. Joan Kheder Explores GERD Management and Minimally Invasive Treatment Options

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0 procedure!

  36. Episode 146: Dr. Ravi Prakash Discusses Potential Complications if GERD Is Left Untreated

    Tune in every week to TIF Talk to hear from leading GERD experts discussing the latest in GERD management, treatment options, and the TIF 2.0 procedure! ⁠

  37. Episode 145: Dr. David Hargroder Discusses the Connection Between Hiatal Hernias and GERD

    Join us for a conversation about GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease. In this episode of TIF Talk, Dr. Hargroder discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for this common condition. Discover what GERD is, how it can be diagnosed, and the various treatment approaches available.…

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  38. Episode 144: Dr. Kenneth Chang Educates on Minimally Invasive GERD Treatment Options

    In this episode of TIF Talk, Dr. Kenneth Chang educates us on minimally invasive GERD treatment options. He highlights the TIF 2.0 procedure, an approach that may offer relief for those struggling with chronic acid reflux. Dr. Chang expertly explains the mechanics of the procedure, discussing its...

  39. Episode 143: Dr. Paul Severson Discusses Chronic Acid Reflux and Minimally Invasive Treatment Options Available

    In this episode of TIF Talk, Dr. Paul Severson discusses chronic acid reflux, also known as GERD, and minimally invasive treatment options available such as the TIF 2.0 procedure. Tune in to learn more!

  40. Episode 142: Dr. Keith Goldberg Discusses Long-Term Progression of GERD and the TIF 2.0® Procedure

    In this episode of TIF Talk, Dr. Keith Goldberg discusses the complexities of GERD. He discusses the progression of the condition, from mild symptoms to more severe cases. We explore the role of lifestyle changes, diet modifications and medications in managing GERD, and when these approaches may…

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  41. Episode 141: Dr. Alfred Johnson Discusses the Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication for GERD Patients

    In this episode of TIF Talk, Dr. Alfred Johnson discusses the causes and symptoms of acid reflux. Discover how lifestyle adjustments may provide relief for mild reflux. For those experiencing severe symptoms impacting daily life, Dr. Johnson explores treatment options including transoral...

  42. Episode 140: Dr. Rehan Haidry Discusses GERD, Barrett's esophagus and Treatment Options

    Join us for a discussion with Dr. Rehan Haidry as we breakdown the intricacies of silent reflux, GERD progression, and the minimally invasive TIF 2.0® Procedure. Dr. Haidry, a renowned GERD expert, discusses silent reflux, GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), Barrett's esophagus, esophageal...

  43. Episode 139: Dr. Zubair Malik Discusses Lifestyle Adjustments, Medications and Advanced Procedures for GERD Patients

    This week on TIF Talk, we discuss GERD with Dr. Zubair Malik. From understanding the root causes of this persistent condition to exploring lifestyle modifications, medication options, and advanced procedures, we cover it all. Learn how to manage your GERD symptoms while discovering potential...

  44. Episode 138: Dr. Chris Cottrell Discusses Finding Relief from Acid Reflux

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Chris Cottrell to discuss acid reflux, management strategies, and treatment options, including the minimally invasive TIF 2.0 procedure. Gain knowledge and empower yourself to take control of your GERD journey!

  45. Episode 137: Dr. Adarsh Thaker Discusses Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Procedures for GERD

    Dr. Adarsh Thaker is a board-certified Gastroenterologist and advanced endoscopist with a particular interest in bariatric and metabolic endoscopy as well as other minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.…

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  46. Episode 136: Dr. Willie Melvin Discusses GERD Progression and the Minimally Invasive TIF 2.0® Procedure

    In this episode of TIF Talk, we'll explore the progression of gastroesophageal reflux disease, from mild heartburn to more severe complications if left untreated. We'll break down the difference between mild and severe GERD, and equip you with the knowledge to recognize the signs and symptoms.…

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  47. Episode 135: Dr. Mankanwal Sachdev on the Progression of PPI Therapy and When to Seek Alternative Treatment for GERD

    In this episode of TIF Talk, Dr. Mankanwal Sachdev discusses chronic acid reflux symptoms, effective management strategies, and various treatment options. Dr. Sachdev also gives listeners a comprehensive breakdown of the TIF 2.0 (transoral incisionless fundoplication) procedure, highlighting how…

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  48. Episode 134: Dr. Hiral Shah on Chronic Acid Reflux and Treatment Options

    In this episode of TIF Talk, Dr. Hiral Shah discusses the complexities of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and chronic acid reflux. Listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of acid reflux management, exploring various treatment options including lifestyle changes, medications, and...

  49. Episode 133: Dr. Joan Kheder Discusses TIF® 2.0 for GERD with Patient, Tiffany

    Joan Kheder, MD, MPH, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive and pancreas diseases. A member of MaineGeneral Gastroenterology's medical staff and MaineGeneral Medical Center's active staff, Dr. Kheder treats patients at the Alfond…

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  50. Episode 132: Dr. Eli Penn Discusses GERD and How It May Lead to Serious Complications Over Time

    Join us on this week's episode of TIF Talk, where Dr. Eli Penn discusses chronic acid reflux symptoms, effective management strategies, and various treatment options. Dr. Penn also gives listeners a comprehensive breakdown of the TIF (transoral incisionless fundoplication) procedure, highlighting...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to TIF® Talk, sponsored by Merit Medical, a podcast that interviews physicians and real-life patients about the most common gastrointestinal disorder, GERD, commonly known as chronic acid reflux. Listen to patients and physicians interact, break down the disease from different perspectives, and learn how taking the next step in your treatment can change your life!

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Welcome to TIF® Talk, sponsored by Merit Medical, a podcast that interviews physicians and real-life patients about the most common gastrointestinal disorder, GERD, commonly known as chronic acid reflux. Listen to patients and physicians interact, break down the disease from different perspectives,...

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