Optimizing GERD Outcomes: A Guide to Diagnostic Evaluation, Treatment, and Monitoring

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30 min

Gastroenterology

0.5 Credits

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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.

Course Details

Expiry Date: 2026-04-29

Professions: Physician

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 activity meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Quebec College of Family Physicians, a continuing professional development accrediting organization recognized by the Collège des médecins du Québec and has been approved for up to 0.5 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credit(s).

CERT+ Session ID : 203894-001

Learning Objective(s)

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
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