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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is the most prevalent esophageal disease. It is a condition affecting up to 20% of the western world and has a significant negative impact in the patient’s quality of life. The typical symptoms are heartburn and regurgitation, but other clinical presentations can be present.

The Controversies in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease virtual presentation was held on December 16, 2020. Moderated by Jan Tack, University of Leuven (The Netherlands) and Kerry Dunbar, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (USA) the 90 minute presentation is available in three segments below. What different segments when you have time or all at once, the choice is yours.

Part 1 | Long term PPI therapy with Kerry Dunbar

Part 2 | Endoscopic management of GERD with Haruhiro Inoue

Part 3 | When to consider surgery with John Lipham

ISDE wishes to recognize and thank the following individuals for their contributions to this virtual presentation:

• Jan Tack, University of Leuven (The Netherlands)
• Kerry Dunbar, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (USA) (moderator and speaker)
• Haruhiro Inoue, Showa University School of Medicine (Japan)
• John Lipham, Keck School of Medicine of USC (USA)

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