Patients with Gatroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), heartburn and swallowing disorders are often treated with medications. There is potential for side effects with long term usage of proton pump inhibitors. For patients who still have symptoms despite medications, have side effects from the medications, want to be off the medications or have complications of GERD (such as severe esophagitis or Barrett’s esophagus), Anti-Reflux Surgery may be indicated.
All operations are typically done with minimally invasive techniques, whether laparoscopic or robotic. Your surgeon will work with you to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of severe GERD.