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Abstract:
We commonly see individuals complaining of acidity and heartburn. Gastrointestinal disorders, particularly those involving acid-related conditions, represent a significant global health concern affecting quality of life and healthcare utilization. This talk will provide a comprehensive overview of three interconnected conditions: acidity, heartburn, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Stomach acid plays a crucial role in digestion and pathogen defence, but its overproduction or mis regulation can lead to various pathological conditions. The talk will explore the physiological mechanisms underlying these disorders, particularly focusing on the role of the lower oesophageal sphincter (LES) and its dysfunction in GERD development.
There are many factors responsible for these conditions. Common triggers are dietary factors such as spicy foods, alcohol, citrus fruits, and caffeine, will be analysed alongside lifestyle factors like obesity, smoking, and stress. The talk will discuss progression from occasional heartburn to chronic GERD, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and intervention.
There are many approaches to these from lifestyle modifications and dietary adjustments, progressing through various pharmaceutical interventions including antacids, H2 receptor antagonists, and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). Surgical options for refractory cases will be also discussed but they are uncommon. The presentation emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment approaches, considering factors such as symptom severity, frequency, and impact on quality of life.
We will specially discuss preventive strategies and long-term management techniques, including weight management, dietary modifications, and timing of meals. The talk will address the potential complications of untreated GERD, including Barrett's oesophagus and its associated cancer risk. We will also discuss H Pylori infections and its treatment. The importance of proper diagnosis through clinical evaluation and diagnostic tools such as endoscopy and pH monitoring will also be emphasized, particularly in cases with atypical presentations or warning symptoms.
About Speaker:
Dr. Avinash Nivritti Supe
MS, FCPS, FICS, DNBE, FAMS, PGDME, DHA, FMAS, FAIS, FAIGES, MHPE (UIC, USA), FRCS (Edin, UK)
Director – Clinical Governance – Hinduja Hospital.
Consultant GI Surgeon, Zen Hospital, Chembur
Ex – Director and Dean, Medical Education and Major Hospitals, MCGM, Mumbai
Emeritus -Professor of Surgical Gastroenterology & Medical Education, Seth G S Medical College, Mumbai
Visiting Faculty – Tata Institute of Social Sciences – Hospital Administration
Past - Secretary - Asia Pacific Hepato Biliary Association
Past President, Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology
Past President Indian Chapter of IHPBA
Past - President of Academy of Health Professions Educators of India
Founder Director, GSMC FAIMER Regional Institute,
Ex- Chairman, State Covid Death Analysis Committee
Ex - Chairman, Expert group Medical Council of India, National Medical Commission
Chairman – GI Surgery Board, National Board of examinations
Editorial Board – Medical education, Indian J of Gastroenterology, Journal of Postgraduate Medicine, Korean J ME, Past - Associate Editor, The Clinical Teacher
Dr. B C Roy award, ANBI, MMC, MUHS and National Board awards for best teacher.
Mumbai Bhushan 2020, Chembur Bhushan 2019, Maharashtra Bhushan 2019 awards
55 awards at State, National and International forums
Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center – New York and Hamburg
FAIMER Fellow 2002, International Fellowship in Medical Education 2007
Master in Health Professions Education – University of Illinois, Chicago- USA
8 books, 12 Booklets, 325 publications, More than 600 presentations across the world.
Dr. Pandalai, AMASI, Dr. GM Phadke, Dr Manohar Joshi, Dr. M J Mehta, Dr Bhadre, Dr Shenoy. Dr S S Pandya, Goa State, JK State Orations, AHPE oration
Trustee- Budhrani Trust
Centurion Donor Award – Govt. of India – Donating Blood more than 126 times.
Hon. Membership of Photographic Society of India for contribution to Medical, Nature and Wildlife Photography
Column writings in Indian Express, Free Press, Loksatta, Lokprabha, Maharashtra Times, Sakal, Navakal, Lokmat, Kalnirnay etc.
Trekking and Hiking in Himalayas, Sanhyadris – Kailash Mansarovar, Everest Base camps , South America, Arctic circle and Antarctica
H index 36, I index 76. Citations 9625