Tag Archives: GERD
Take GERD out of the holidays
During the holiday season food plays such a big role in the festivities and fun. Unfortunately, huge meals and holiday snacking can bring digestive upset and misery for those suffering from chronic heartburn and acid gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). However, there are steps you can take to minimize your GERD discomfort and increase your enjoyment […]
Learn about reflux disease, local treatment
Thanksgiving is GERD Awareness Week and the Minnesota Reflux & Heartburn Center is reminding people to learn the facts about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and become familiar with its symptoms and risk factors. GERD means that acid is splashing up into the esophagus from the stomach, burning the lining of the esophagus. That can cause […]
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 Solutions for Reflux and Heartburn program on Tues., Sept. 19, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Fireside Inn in McGregor. Hear from Dr. Tim LeMieur, reflux specialist with the […]
Nurse takes on coordinator role for reflux patients
The Minnesota Reflux and Heartburn Center (MRHC) is pleased to announce a new addition for the care team in Aitkin. Dawn Harcey has been hired as MRHC nurse coordinator at Riverwood Healthcare Center. In this role, she will help gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) patients navigate customized plans of care based on their specific symptoms and […]
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 […]
