Lonleyandscared
Welcome to HealingWell. I am sorry you have been run around in circles in identifying your problem. I apologize for the person that told you, "and that when I come in for anxiety it takes them away from actual sick people." That person was not a professional IMHO. Every patient that presents to the ER is entitled to a medical screening exam and no comments putting down anxiety is the right thing to say.
I would request copies of all of your ER visits and make my next stop at a new GI physician for testing and proper treatment for your GERD.
Also may I suggest that you think about seeing a therapist for your anxiety as learning to deal with the anxiety will help you deal better with your GERD.
One of the best remedies for anxiety is to talk about it. Here's where good friends and family can come in. The old adage "A problem shared is a problem halved" I hope you keep on talking with us.
Kindly,
Kitt