Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
GERD stands for gastroesophageal reflux disease. It happens when acid from your stomach flows back into your esophagus. This backflow, called acid reflux, causes a burning feeling in your chest or throat. GERD is more serious than occasional heartburn. It can affect your sleep, eating habits, and quality of life.
Dr. Chadha begins with a comprehensive review of your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle factors (diet, smoking, alcohol), and a focused physical exam.
An esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) lets Dr. Chadha directly inspect your esophagus and stomach lining for inflammation, erosions, or other signs of damage.
This test measures acid levels in your esophagus over a full day to correlate reflux episodes with your symptoms.
Manometry evaluates the strength and coordination of esophageal muscles and the lower esophageal sphincter to identify motility disorders.
During this fluoroscopic exam, you drink a barium solution so X-rays can reveal how food moves through your esophagus and detect hiatal hernia or strictures.
ICD-10 code for GERD: K21.9 (GERD without esophagitis)
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
It's K21.9 (GERD without esophagitis).
Mild cases might improve with diet and lifestyle changes, but most people require medication for lasting relief.
Focus on non-trigger foods like oatmeal, bananas, baked chicken, and green vegetables. Avoid spicy, acidic, or fatty foods.
Antacids can relieve symptoms within minutes, whereas proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may take a few days for full effect.
Yes, PPIs are generally safe but should be monitored by your physician to manage any potential side effects.
An endoscopy may be recommended if you experience persistent symptoms, difficulty swallowing, or unexplained weight loss.
Yes. Acid reflux can irritate your throat and airways, leading to chronic cough, hoarseness, or asthma-like symptoms.
Surgery'such as laparoscopic fundoplication or the LINX� procedure�is considered when lifestyle changes and medications fail to control symptoms.
Your follow-up schedule depends on your individual treatment plan. Dr. Chadha will determine the best timeline based on your progress.
For trusted information, visit the American Gastroenterological Association at www.gastro.org.
