Tag Archives: advanced care for GERD
Untreated acid reflux can cause esophageal cancer
April is dedicated to raising awareness about esophageal cancer and educating the public on the risks posed by persistent heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Esophageal cancer is one of the deadliest cancers and is increasing faster than any other cancer in the United States. Sadly, only one in five esophageal cancer patients survives five […]
More flu clinics to be held
Riverwood Healthcare Center is offering additional flu clinics for the public by appointment at all three of its clinics on the dates and times listed here. Aitkin clinic: Nov. 11 and 23, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Garrison clinic: Nov. 15, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. McGregor clinic: Nov. 8, 16 and 23, 8:30 a.m. […]
Learn about reflux, heartburn solutions
Are you or someone you know suffering from heartburn or reflux disease? If so, there’s good news about the treatment options available locally. Learn more at a Reflux and Heartburn Solutions program on Wed., Oct. 19, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Riverwood Healthcare Center in Aitkin. Hear from Dr. Shawn Roberts, reflux specialist with the […]
Learn about reflux and heartburn relief
Are you or someone you know suffering from heartburn or reflux disease? If so, there’s good news about the treatment options available locally. Learn more at a Solutions for Reflux and Heartburn program on Tues., June 23, 12 to1 p.m. at Riverwood Healthcare Center, room C & D, Aitkin. Hear from Dr. Tim LeMieur, reflux […]
Learn about reflux and heartburn care
To learn more, attend a Reflux and Heartburn Lunch and Learn program on Tues., Nov. 17, 12 to 1 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Aitkin. Hear from Dr. Paul Severson, reflux specialist and director of the Minnesota Reflux and Heartburn Center at Riverwood in Aitkin and Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby, about the […]
Donor challenges Riverwood supporters with matching gift
Goal to raise $100,000 for advanced reflux care An anonymous donor couple from the Aitkin area is challenging Riverwood Healthcare Center supporters with a $50,000 one-to-one matching gift for the advanced treatment of heartburn and reflux. The gift comes just in time for the 2015 Riverwood Gala on Sept. 26, where attendees will hear from […]