--- title: Heartburn and Acid Reflux | Gastroenterology Associates description: Gastroenterology Associates specializes in the diagnoses and treatment of heartburn and acid reflux. Get protection and relief. image: https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/LICDH_OGImage1.jpg --- English | [Español](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/es/gerd/) [![Logo](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/GA-Logo_BlueWhite2b.png)](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/) [![Logo](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/GA-Logo_BlueBlack2b.png)](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/) ![Heartburn and Acid Reflux](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GA_Conditions_NewHeader1.jpg?width=1920&height=445&name=GA_Conditions_NewHeader1.jpg) # Heartburn and Acid Reflux ## Get protection and relief. Whether you call it indigestion, heartburn, reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), it’s still a potentially dangerous condition. Left untreated, GERD can lead to painful swallowing, food sticking, ulcers or even esophageal cancer. In fact, esophageal cancer is the seventh-leading cause of cancer death worldwide. That’s why it’s so much better to get evaluated and treated early. As gastrointestinal specialists, Gastroenterology Associates physicians provide care for heartburn, reflux and indigestion. [Learn more or schedule an appointment today](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/contact/) #### What You Should Know About Heartburn And Indigestion ** **GERD affects an estimated 5% to 7% of the world’s population, including men, women and children.** Yet GERD is often undiagnosed and its symptoms are misunderstood. Though generally a treatable disease, GERD can increase the risk of Barrett’s esophagus if it is not treated properly. ** **Persistent heartburn is the most frequent symptom of GERD.** (The disease may be present even without symptoms.) Heartburn is so common among people that it is often ignored. All too often, GERD is untreated, self-treated or mistreated. GERD is a chronic disease. Treatment is usually continued on a long-term basis, even after symptoms are under control. We will help patients address issues such as compliance with long-term medication use and daily living adjustments. We do this through follow-up visits, discussions and patient education. ** **Effective treatments for GERD include lifestyle adjustments, medication, and, in severe cases, surgery.** People who suffer from persistent heartburn or other recurring symptoms must seek an accurate diagnosis and the most advanced, effective treatment available. ### Request a Consultation For new and existing patients interested in making an appointment or learning more about our facility and the procedures we offer, please schedule a call or email to review your situation. **GASTROENTEROLOGY ASSOCIATES** 106 Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Suite B, Mitchel Field, Uniondale, NY 11553 ** Phone: 516.248.3737 ** Fax: 866.540-1163 **LONG ISLAND CENTER FOR DIGESTIVE HEALTH** 106 Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Suite C, Mitchel Field, Uniondale, NY 11553 ** Phone: 516.794.1868 ** Fax: 516.794.1627 [ Gastroenterology Associates on Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gastroenterology-Associates/285209374890717)[ Gastroenterology Associates on Twitter ](http://twitter.com/GIAssociatesNY) ### ABOUT - [Our Doctors](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/our-doctors/) - [Our Philosophy](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/our-philosophy/) - [Testimonials](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/testimonials/) - [Blog](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/blog/) ### LICDH - [About LICDH](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/licdh/) - [Procedure Information & Consent Forms](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/licdh/procedure-information) - [Physicians & Staff](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/licdh/physicians) ### CONDITIONS - [Colon Cancer](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/colon-cancer/) - [Heartburn and Acid Reflux](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/gerd/) - [Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/ibd/) - [Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/what-is-ibs) - [Liver, Pancreas, & Gallbladder](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/liver-pancreas-and-gallbladder/) - [Celiac Disease & H.pylori](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/celiac-disease-and-h-pylori/) - [Gluten Sensitivity](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/gluten-sensitivity) ### PROCEDURES - [Capsule Endoscopy](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/capsule-endoscopy/) - [Colonoscopy](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/colonoscopy/) - [Upper Endoscopy](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/upper-endoscopy/) [Information for Patients](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/patient-resources/) [![Northwell Health Logo](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LICDH_NorthwellHealthLogo.png?width=120&height=65&name=LICDH_NorthwellHealthLogo.png)](https://www.northwell.edu/) [![ACG logo](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/ACG-Logo2.jpg?width=121&height=121&name=ACG-Logo2.jpg)](http://gi.org/) [![AGA logo](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/AGA-Logo.jpg?width=131&height=131&name=AGA-Logo.jpg)](https://www.gastro.org/) [![ASGA logo](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/ASGA-Logo.jpg)](http://www.asge.org/)  [![APEX Awards logo](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/LICDH_AwardLogo1.jpg?width=125&height=125&name=LICDH_AwardLogo1.jpg) ](http://www.sphanalytics.com/apex-awards/)[![U.S. News Best Ambulatory Surgery CentersHealthHome Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image001.png?width=61&height=69&name=image001.png)](https://health.usnews.com/best-ascs)[![Physicians Endoscopy](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/LICDH_FooterLogos_PhysiciansEndoscopy.jpg?width=231&height=82&name=LICDH_FooterLogos_PhysiciansEndoscopy.jpg)](http://www.endocenters.com/) Gastroenterology Associates (GA) specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic and gallbladder diseases. Serving the North and South shores of Long Island, (including: Central Nassau County, Garden City, Mineola, Westbury, East Meadow, Hempstead, New Hyde Park, Hicksville, Levittown, Floral Park, Rockville Centre and Williston Park.) We have helped thousands of people by providing care for digestive diseases, colon cancer screening, IBS and IBD (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease), GERD, heartburn and acid reflux, swallowing disorders, liver, pancreatic and gallbladder disease, ulcers, celiac disease and H. pylori. [Privacy Policy](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/privacy/) Copyright © 2026 Gastroenterology Associates, PC. 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