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Understanding the importance of maintaining digestive health “GERD can be caused by a hiatal hernia and a defective valve. This happens when a small portion of the stomach has moved up above the diaphragm,” said Dr. Phoenix Nguyen, director of therapeutic endoscopy at Hoag. “Minimally invasive surgery like endoscopic fundoplication (creation of a new valve at the bottom of the esophagus) with robotic hiatal hernia repair can fix the problem.” There are also many lifestyle changes that can help patients reduce their risk of GERD and developing further complications, like: Healthy Dietary Choices Maintain a Healthy Weight Practice good Sleeping Habits Quit Smoking Schedule Regular Health Check-ups
