Colorectal cancer is a significant health concern, but early detection through regular screenings, such as colonoscopies, can dramatically reduce both incidence and mortality rates. Despite their importance, many individuals hesitate to get a colonoscopy due to various fears and misconceptions. At Eisenhower Health, we aim to address these concerns to…
Have you ever experienced GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) symptoms such as heartburn or acid reflux and wondered if you should have someone take a closer look? If you’re experiencing some of the common symptoms of GERD on more than a rare occasion, it’s probably time to get better educated on…
Have you ever wondered if your heartburn is actually GERD or something worse? GERD — Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease — is considered a pre-cancerous condition that, in addition to discomfort, can lead to problems you’d like to avoid, such as cancer or Barrett’s esophagus. This is an important topic to understand,…
Bobby Bhasker-Rao, MD, specializes in the field of bariatric (weight-loss) surgery for one important reason. “I can kill many birds with one stone,” he says referring to how a single operation can help resolve the comorbidities — the presence of two or more chronic diseases — that invariably occur in…