INITIATIVES

Description:

Given the high prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and the various complications which can result from inadequate treatment, it is important for practitioners to have a proper understanding of the current approach to its diagnosis and management. This presentation will review the pathophysiology of GERD and associated symptoms. Traditional and novel technologies to diagnose  GERD and Barrett’s esophagus will be discussed, along with the importance of pH monitoring as both a diagnostic and therapeutic modality. Lastly, the range of treatment options for chronic reflux will be discussed.

 

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this educational activity, the participant will be able to:

1. Discuss the role of reflux and associated symptoms based on its effect of the end organ  

2. Describe noninvasive procedures to diagnose Barrett’s Esophagus 

3. Discuss the current interventional treatments  

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Faculty

Dr. Lankarani is a board-certified gastroenterologist from the American Board of Gastroenterology. He is a consultant at Borland Groover Clinic and a faculty member at Mayo Clinic and MD Anderson Cancer Center in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Lankarani is a consultant for multiple gastroenterology device companies and collaborate in design and refinement of tools used in endoscopy. His is especially interested in endoscopic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and has been the lead investigator on the international multi-center study for endoscopic anterior fundoplication using MUSE system. His research interest mainly involves development of a new classification system used for personalized endoscopic treatment of GERD.