No Relief for Your Heartburn? NERD may be the culprit

Heartburn is a very common ailment in the United States. More than 60 million Americans experience the uncomfortable condition at least once a month, while an unfortunate 7 percent of the population suffers daily. Over-the-counter antacids may spell relief for milder cases. A more chronic condition, known as GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), requires the strongest acid-reducing medications, called proton-pump inhibitors … Read More

Oh, my aching gallbladder!

With gallstone disease affecting well over 25 million people in the United States, chances are that you or someone close to you has either already suffered from gallstone disease or will face it in their lifetime.

Act Now! March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

There is no time like the present to schedule your colonoscopy. March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a great time to remind you that colorectal cancer is a largely preventable, treatable and beatable disease.  But it is up to you.

Act Now! Colorectal Cancer Can be Prevented

There is no time like the present to schedule your colonoscopy. Did you know that colorectal cancer is a largely preventable, treatable and beatable disease? It’s true — but you have to take the first step.