You Don’t Have to Live with GERD: Recognizing GERD Awareness Week 2025 with Premier Surgical Cleveland

by | Nov 18, 2025 | Acid Reflux Relief, GERD Causes

GERD Awareness Week 2025 takes place November 23–29, a time dedicated to increasing awareness about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), a condition that affects millions of Americans and can significantly impact daily life.

At Premier Surgical Cleveland, our board-certified surgeons—Dr. Eston Wenger, Dr. Jason Dunn, Dr. Joshua Worthington, and our newest surgeon Dr. John Boxberger—want you to know that you don’t have to live with chronic heartburn or acid reflux. With the latest surgical treatment options, lasting relief from GERD is possible.

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Understanding GERD

GERD occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, causing irritation and a burning sensation commonly known as heartburn. This happens when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), a muscle that normally keeps stomach acid in place, becomes weak or relaxes at the wrong time.

Common symptoms of GERD include:

  • Frequent heartburn or chest discomfort
  • Regurgitation of food or sour liquid
  • Hoarseness, sore throat, or chronic cough
  • Difficulty swallowing

If you experience reflux symptoms more than twice a week, and medication no longer helps,  it may be time to consider surgical treatment. Left untreated, GERD can lead to more serious issues such as esophagitis, ulcers, or Barrett’s esophagus.

Advanced GERD Treatment Options in Cleveland

At Premier Surgical Cleveland, we provide individualized, minimally invasive surgical solutions to help patients find real and lasting relief. Our team offers the most advanced surgical options, including:

  • Nissen Fundoplication: Strengthens the LES by wrapping the top of the stomach around the lower esophagus.
  • Hiatal Hernia Repair: Corrects an anatomical cause that often contributes to reflux.

These cutting-edge procedures can reduce or even eliminate the need for daily acid-suppressing medications, helping you return to a more comfortable, active lifestyle.

Find Relief This GERD Awareness Week

This November, take control of your digestive health. If you’re tired of living with heartburn, talk to the reflux experts at Premier Surgical Cleveland. Our experienced surgeons are committed to helping you find the right treatment and long-term GI relief.

You don’t have to live with GERD—lasting relief starts here.
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