Foregut Surgery

The Oregon Clinic offers sophisticated diagnosis and highly advanced surgical treatment for esophageal and gastric diseases, specializing in advanced minimally invasive techniques.

The esophageal and gastric surgeons of The Oregon Clinic Foregut Surgery are internationally recognized for providing the most advanced and comprehensive care of all aspects of upper GI tract and gastric diseases.

We specialize in advanced minimally invasive treatments of foregut diseases, including the diagnosis and definitive care of a wide variety of disorders such as: acid reflux, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), trouble swallowing, dyspepsia, hiatal hernias, heartburn, premalignant conditions, and cancer. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated by our superior outcomes, continuous quality assessment, high patient satisfaction, and more than 300 peer-reviewed publications.

Our surgical expertise is devoted to helping patients with upper GI tract problems. We believe in integrated care for digestive diseases, making all aspects of care easier and effective for patients and providers. We prioritize education for our patients, helping them understand what the root cause is of, for example, their heartburn symptoms or burning sensations. Whether it is advice/consultation, diagnostic testing or surgical care, we offer a single point of care for patients. We are also nationally known for our treatment of Barrett’s Esophagus and esophageal and gastric cancer.

Practice Highlights 

  • All aspects of surgical treatment for esophageal and gastric diseases, specializing in minimally invasive techniques. 
  • High volume experience with an international reputation for innovation and excellence in clinical care. 
  • Pioneers in the latest techniques, including transoral flexible endoscopic therapy for GERD and achalasia. 
  • Well-established regional esophageal testing laboratory with the most sophisticated modalities, including high-resolution esophageal testing, laryngopharyngeal testing, sedation-free in office, trans-nasal endoscopy. 
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CONDITIONS

  • Achalasia and other motility disorders 
  • Acid reflux
  • Atypical chest pain 
  • Barrett’s esophagus 
  • Dysphagia 
  • Esophageal diverticulum 
  • Esophageal and gastric cancer 
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) 
  • Gastroparesis 
  • Heartburn
  • Hiatal hernia 
  • Obesity-related GI problems 
  • Swallowing disorders 

PROCEDURES & TREATMENTS

  • Complex esophagogastric surgery 
  • Endoscopic radiofrequency therapy (STRETTA)
  • High-resolution esophageal manometry (HRM) 
  • Impedance testing 
  • Laparoscopic magnetic sphincter augmentation (LINX) 
  • Per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) 
  • Restech laryngeal pharyngeal reflux (LPR) testing 
  • Sedation-free trans-nasal endoscopy 
  • Traditional and wireless pH testing
  • Trans-oral incisionless fundoplication (TIF)