This is Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week
Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week is observed each year from December 1 through December 7. It is designed to shed light on the challenges faced by people who suffer from these illnesses. Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract, while ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory condition limited to the colon […]
What You Need to Know About GERD
by Kelly Mercado, CRNP Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic disorder that occurs when stomach contents flow into the esophagus and irritate the lining. While occasional heartburn or acid reflux is fairly common, one in five Americans is affected by GERD which is a more serious condition. In some cases, severe reflux can lead to changes […]
Acid Reflux, Barrett’s Esophagus and Your Risk for Cancer
by Anna Strongin, MD You may have heard that esophageal cancer continues to be the most rapidly rising cancer in the U.S. But it can be prevented by detecting its early, precancerous stage called Barrett’s esophagus (BE). BE occurs when the lining of the esophagus changes or becomes damaged, often due to exposure to acid from […]
Capital Digestive Care Captures 26 “Top Doctor” Spots in 2017
Capital Digestive Care receives top-billing in the Gastroenterology category of the Washingtonian bi-annual Top Doctors issue, ranking the region’s best physicians as chosen by their peers. Of course we believe that all of our physicians are “top docs” but we wanted to take this opportunity to congratulate the following doctors on their recognition. R. Martin […]