Gastroenterology
Optimizing GERD Outcomes: A Guide to Diagnostic Evaluation, Treatment, and Monitoring
This is a 30-minute accredited eCME program for Canadian HCPs. The goal of this program is to equip clinicians with knowledge about the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in primary care. GERD represents a significant public health burden and is one of the most common conditions treated in primary care.
DURATION
30 min
PROFESSION
Physician
# OF CREDITS
0.5
ACCREDITATION
Mainpro+
EXPIRY DATE
2026-04-29
This is a 30-minute accredited eCME program for Canadian HCPs. The goal of this program is to equip clinicians with knowledge about the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in primary care. GERD represents a significant public health burden and is one of the most common conditions treated in primary care.
GERD is a common condition that develops when the reflux of stomach contents causes troublesome symptoms (such as heartburn and regurgitation) and/or complications (such as Barrett’s esophagus, esophagitis, ulcer, and esophageal adenocarcinoma). Treatment for GERD aims to improve symptoms and reduce the risk of complications. This program will provide participants with key information and practical recommendations for patients with GERD.
Faculty
- Adriana Lazarescu, MD, FRCPC
- Naomi Pliamm, MD, CCFP
- Sol Stern, MD, MCFP
- Jahan Lakhani, MD, CCFP
- Carlene Oleksyn, B.S.P., R.Ph, CTH, CDE
- Rick Siemens, B.Sc. Pharm., B.Sc. Biol., CDE, CPT
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this continuing education program participants will be better able to:
- Describe the burden of GERD on patients and the healthcare system
- Identify the typical (esophageal) and atypical (extraesophageal) symptoms of GERD
- Explore the diagnostic strategies for diagnosing GERD in patients with and without alarm symptoms
- Identify the pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options for GERD
Accreditation
This self-learning program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 0.5 Mainpro+ credits.
Cert+ Program ID#: 203894
#
of credits: 0.5
Duration: 30 min
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30 min
Duration
Physician
Profession
0.5
# of credits
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this continuing education program participants will be better able to:
- Describe the burden of GERD on patients and the healthcare system
- Identify the typical (esophageal) and atypical (extraesophageal) symptoms of GERD
- Explore the diagnostic strategies for diagnosing GERD in patients with and without alarm symptoms
- Identify the pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment options for GERD
Mainpro+
ACCREDITATION
Gastroenterology
Learning Category
GERD
Topic
0
Price
2026-04-29
Expiry Date
CAN-eng
Region/Language
Course Description
This is a 30-minute accredited eCME program for Canadian HCPs. The goal of this program is to equip clinicians with knowledge about the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in primary care. GERD represents a significant public health burden and is one of the most common conditions treated in primary care.
GERD is a common condition that develops when the reflux of stomach contents causes troublesome symptoms (such as heartburn and regurgitation) and/or complications (such as Barrett’s esophagus, esophagitis, ulcer, and esophageal adenocarcinoma). Treatment for GERD aims to improve symptoms and reduce the risk of complications. This program will provide participants with key information and practical recommendations for patients with GERD.
Faculty
- Adriana Lazarescu, MD, FRCPC
- Naomi Pliamm, MD, CCFP
- Sol Stern, MD, MCFP
- Jahan Lakhani, MD, CCFP
- Carlene Oleksyn, B.S.P., R.Ph, CTH, CDE
- Rick Siemens, B.Sc. Pharm., B.Sc. Biol., CDE, CPT
Accreditation
This self-learning program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 0.5 Mainpro+ credits.
Cert+ Program ID#: 203894
30 min
Duration
0
Price
0.5
# of credits
