GERD: Identifying symptoms and referral pathways

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Upper GI surgeon Dr Chiara Chadwick unpacks practical, evidence-based management of GERD in general practice – from recognising red flags and differentiating reflux from dyspepsia, identifying functional heartburn and knowing when to investigate, refer or consider surgery.

In this episode:

  • Recognise key red flags in GERD
  • Prescribe PPIs confidently with correct timing, realistic trial periods, adherence checks and step‑down plans
  • Distinguish reflux from dyspepsia and ulcer disease, and know when to order a urea breath test or endoscopy
  • Differentiate structural, motility and functional causes
  • Recognise when specialist or surgical referral is needed

 

Expert: Dr Chiara Chadwick, Upper Gastrointestinal and General Surgeon

Host: Dr Charlotte Hespe, GP & Medical Educator

Total time: 33 mins

 

This educational resource is proudly brought to you by Alfred Health and Healthed.

Last Updated: 13 Feb, 2026

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