Heartburn Treatment at Inova Alexandria Hospital

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Heartburn Treatment Center at Inova Alexandria Hospital

703-504-4282
Fax: 703-504-4267

Inova Alexandria Hospital
Endoscopy Department
4320 Seminary Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
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Heartburn Treatment Center at Inova Alexandria Hospital

Our heartburn treatment service is dedicated to evaluating, educating and treating patients with illnesses related to gastroesophageal reflux or esophageal motility disorders. Our comprehensive, streamlined approach capitalizes on the expertise of gastroenterology, surgery, pulmonary medicine and ENT physicians who are dedicated to improving the quality of life of patients and reducing the risk of long-term complications caused by these disorders and by prolonged use of medications.

We offer state-of-the-art diagnostic studies for patients, including 24-hour outpatient pH studies and esophageal motility evaluations. We also offer esophageal impedance testing, which improves accurate diagnosis of reflux disease and provides a more accurate diagnosis of esophageal motility disorders.

We offer both conservative and surgical treatment options. Our streamlined approach capitalizes on the expertise of gastroenterology, surgery, pulmonary medicine and ENT physicians who aim to improve patients’ quality of life and reduce their risk of long-term complications caused by GER and related disorders and by prolonged use of medications.

Conditions we treat

  • Heartburn not controlled with standard medical management
  • Difficulty swallowing or a chronic lump in the throat (globus)
  • Chronic hoarseness or loss of voice
  • Adult-onset asthma with reflux issues
  • Non-cardiac chest pains
  • Difficulty sleeping due to regurgitation or choking
  • Medications only “taking the edge off” heartburn symptoms

Meet our director, G. Kevin Gillian, MD

The center’s director is surgeon G. Kevin Gillian, MD, who is well-known for his expertise in treating heartburn, also known as gastroesophageal reflux (GER).

Dr. Gillian's practice has a special focus on hernia issues and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). He has over 18 years of experience treating heartburn-related disorders such as GERD, hiatal hernias and swallowing disorders.

Patient Story: Aaron

Hear from Aaron who received a LINX® Device to address his severe symptoms

Locations

Location

Heartburn Treatment Center at Inova Alexandria Hospital

703-504-4282
Fax: 703-504-4267

Inova Alexandria Hospital
Endoscopy Department
4320 Seminary Road
Alexandria, VA 22304
(Map and directions)

 

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