Problems of the Esophagus: GERD and Barrett's Esophagus

Lauren Gerson, professor of gastroenterology and hepatology at the Stanford University Medical Center, discusses heartburn, a condition that affects more than 15 million Americans every day. Studies suggest that Americans spend millions of dollars in search of relief from this condition. Dr. Gerson explains the nature of this condition and some of the solutions for these problems based on the latest research. Dr. Gerson also speaks on other problems of the esophagus including Barretts Esophagus.

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[MrPEDOCTOR]

Thanks Dr Greson for the explanation.

[Asgoodasgod]

How can GERD be caused by obesity? I have GERD and only weigh 130 lbs. Doesn't it make more sense to say that it is the FOOD being eaten which causes both GERD and obesity?

[shr011104]

Thanx Dr. Gerson.  Such a great explanatory video on GERD. Learnt a lot.

[kellcj]

darn. I am deaf, and with this not being captioned, am unable to access this information and benefit from it. would you consider subtittling or captioning this?

How about a link to written text resources? thank you.

[chasebrent]

This video was the best that explains my condition in laymens terms. Thank you for the amazing video.

[Randy1947]

It's a pleasure to hear a professional discuss a difficult subject in Plain English, readily understood by the average, intelligent person. Thanks for doing so in this presentation

[kiwiLapisblue]

thanks for this video it has given me a heaps better understanding of my Barretts esophagus and my ulcerated esophagus.

[renereimers]

wow; i learned so much; thanks dr gerson and stanford