Managing acid reflux involves lifestyle adjustments to reduce symptoms and prevent discomfort. Strengthening the lower esophageal sphincter can help prevent acid from rising into the esophagus. Avoiding smoking,…
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the colon and rectum, causing symptoms like abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea, rectal urgency, and fatigue. Sanjay Murthy, MD,…
Josh Levitsky, MD, Assistant Professor, Division of Hepatology from Northwestern University, provides an overview of the current treatment options for Hepatitis B. References and Resources Lok AS. HBV…
Josh Levitsky, MD, Assistant Professor, Division of Hepatology from Northwestern University, provides an overview of the epidemiology and clinical progression of Hepatitis B. References and Resources Gish RG,…
Josh Levitsky, MD, Assistant Professor, Division of Hepatology from Northwestern University provides an overview of the treatment of hepatitis C. References and Resources Seef, LB, Hoofnagle, JH. National…
Josh Levitsky, MD, Assistant Professor, Division of Hepatology from Northwestern University provides an overview of the epidemiology and diagnosis of hepatitis C. References and Resources Armstrong GL. The…
Stephen Brunton, MD, Director of Faculty Division, Cabarrus Family Medicine, Charlotte, North Carolina, discusses breakthrough symptoms in GERD and appropriate dosing of proton pump inhibitors. References and Resources…
Stephen Brunton, MD moderates a panel discussion with Brooks Cash, MD, FACP and Anthony Lembo, MD who discuss the role of probiotics in the treatment of IBS with…
Stephen Brunton, MD moderates a discussion on laxative dependence with Anthony Lembo, MD and Brooks Cash, MD, who debate the concept and make recommendations for patients taking laxatives.…
Stephen Brunton, MD, Director of Faculty Development, Cabarrus Family Medicine, Charlotte, North Carolina, discusses the most recent U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendation and supporting scientific evidence…
Stephen Brunton, MD, Anthony Lembo, MD and Brooks Cash, MD make recommendations on how to find a local biofeedback provider for patients with constipation. References and Resources A…
Prominent colorectal surgeon Norman Sohn, MD, FACS, MBA, discusses the role of anal dilatation in the management of anal fissure. Sponsored by The Doctor’s Channel