Recent research has shown a connection between obesity and the prevalence of digestive conditions such as heartburn, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Several factors contribute to either developing or worsening GERD when the stomach increases in size.
Reducing excess weight can typically resolve reflux.
Michael A. Russo, MD, general surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery at the MemorialCare Center for Obesity at Orange Coast, discusses this connection between obesity and digestive conditions, and how to find resolution of GERD symptoms with weight-loss surgery.
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The Reflux and Obesity Connection: Relieving GERD with Weight-Loss Surgery
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Michael A. Russo, MD
As a board certified and fellowship trained bariatric, gastro-esophageal and general surgeon, Dr. Michael Russo specializes in minimally invasive and robotic techniques to provide his patients with the best possible results. Dr. Russo earned his medical degree from the University Of Toledo College Of Medicine, and then completed a surgical internship, surgical research fellowship, and five-year general surgical residency at the University Of Nevada School Of Medicine, serving as chief resident in the final year. He continued his education with advanced training in bariatrics, minimally invasive, and robotic surgery in the prestigious fellowship program at Stanford Hospital & Clinics, where he was also a faculty surgeon.Learn more about Michael A. Russo, MD
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