Reflux Center
At Baton Rouge General’s Reflux Center, our multidisciplinary team, including gastroenterologists, social workers, nutritionists, and surgeons, is by your side from diagnosis through post-surgery follow-up. We are specially trained to treat patients suffering from diseases of the esophagus and stomach. Surgery for esophagectomies and stomach cancer can be challenging, and the advance of robotic-assisted surgery has improved outcomes.
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Achalasia is a rare disorder that occurs when nerves in the esophagus become damaged, making swallowing difficult. Some people mistake achalasia for GERD, but in achalasia the food is coming from the esophagus, not the stomach.
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We specialize in esophagectomies, where all or part of the esophagus is removed and most often performed in patients with esophageal cancer.
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GERD occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus. This creates “backwash” called acid reflux, which is very common and can irritate the lining of your esophagus.
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Paraoesophageal hernias occur when the lower part of the esophagus, the stomach, or other organs move up into the chest. Though a less common type of hernia, it is more cause for concern. Some patients don’t experience symptoms, but others can experience chest pain, upper abdominal pain, and difficulty swallowing. Many patients with this type of hernia also suffer from GERD.
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Stomach cancer is not common but because stomach cancer symptoms can be mistaken for less serious problems like indigestion or heartburn, it’s often not diagnosed until an advanced stage.
Conditions We Treat
Meet Our Surgeons
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Karalyn R. Bentley, MD
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Patrick J. McLaren, MD
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V. Keith Rhynes, MD
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John J. Tabor, MD
Become a Patient
Complete our contact form or call (225) 333-3800 to connect with our team at Advanced Robotics of Louisiana to learn if robotic surgery is the right approach for you.