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UConn Health's Esophageal Disease Center
At UConn Health, our experienced and renowned surgeons, radiologists, and ear, nose, and throat doctors work together to provide you with the best esophageal care for both common and complex conditions. Using a full range of advanced diagnostic and imaging procedures, we will identify your health condition, and develop a personalized treatment plan to improve your overall condition and quality of life.
Disorders of the Esophagus
The esophagus is the part of the digestive tract that carries food and water from your mouth to your stomach. Various genetic and acquired disorders affect the esophagus. One of the most common conditions is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), which may cause discomfort, pain, heartburn, and swallowing problems. Some of these conditions may also increase your risk of esophageal cancer. Our treatment options include medications, dietary and lifestyle changes, and surgery.
Esophageal Services & Specialties
Why Choose Our Esophageal Disease Center?
Convenient Care
We understand the discomfort esophageal disease can cause. To make managing your condition easier, we centered our services at our one-of-a-kind Outpatient Pavilion so you can get the care and attention you deserve close to home. Every aspect of our facility was designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. In this soothing, healing environment, UConn Health experts provide world-class care for the community.
Team of Specialists
When you come to us, you will have access to a team of physicians from different specialties, such as surgery, radiology, ear, nose, and throat (otolaryngology), and more. Instead of prioritizing their area of care, they communicate and collaborate with one another to provide the best care possible for you and your family.
Expertise in Esophageal Disease Research
The Esophageal Disease Center conducts in-depth, world-class research in esophageal disease. If you choose to participate in one of our clinical trials, you may get early access to innovative treatments while helping us understand the mechanisms behind various esophageal disorders.
Part of an Academic Medical Center
As an academic medical center, we focus on research and education. We conduct research studies to boost the evolution of knowledge in the field of esophageal disease and also teach and train the healthcare professionals of tomorrow.