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What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), sometimes simply called reflux, is a condition where acidic stomach contents flow back from the stomach into the food pipe (esophagus). This can happen when the muscular valve between the stomach and the esophagus does not close properly. Occasional reflux is normal,   but if this happens often or for a long time, it can cause troublesome symptoms and injury to the esophagus.

Scripps Mercy Hospital

4077 5th Ave.
San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: (619) 260-7026

San Diego Endoscopy Center

4033 3rd Ave., Suite 106
San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: (619) 497-2888

Office Hours

San Diego Gastroenterology

Monday  

9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tuesday  

9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wednesday  

9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thursday  

9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Friday  

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Saturday  

Closed

Sunday  

Closed

SDG Clinical Research

Monday  

7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tuesday  

7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday  

7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday  

7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Friday  

7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Saturday  

Closed

Sunday  

Closed