Top GERD expert in the US/World?

Ted Ferguson

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Joined : Jul 2016

Posts : 6

Posted 7/7/2016 6:48 PM (GMT 0)

Hi,

I'm a 29 year old male suffering with reflux for a little under a year. I've visited a gastroenterologist who had me do an endoscopy to confirm a weakened LES. I've talked to a surgeon about surgical options too. My manometry showed my esophagus was too weak to tolerate a LINX, so he recommended a Nissen Fundoplication. Reading studies about NF online is a bit terrifying and for the last year I've stuck to PPIs for controlling my symptoms. I've also modified my diet to eliminate caffeine, fatty food, raise the head of my bed 6 inches, etc.

My question to you is - who do you think is the best GERD expert in the US or world? Who's worth visiting for a 2nd opinion on treatment options?

Thanks,
T.F.

Kar102

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Joined : Feb 2015

Posts : 42

Posted 7/8/2016 12:24 AM (GMT 0)

Dr. Jamie Koufman in NYC is the leading expert in lpr or respitory reflux. She has devoted over 35 years to the study of the condition and has written 3 bestselling books on the subject. If you want to get the very best advice and recommendation on your condition go see her. It's not difficult to make an appointment. She will do several tests on the initial visit to get a baseline of your condition. I had a severe problem with lpr. After seeing her several times I am now pretty close to being symptom free. She can tell you exactly what you need to know.

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