Gastrointestinal System - Pediatric/Paediatric Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Pathway Contributor: Susan Firus

Credentials:
RD

Degree(s):
Master of Arts, Registered Dietitian

Relevant Dietetic Experience and Accomplishments:

• Editor PEN
• Advocate for Child Nutrition & Type I Diabetes
• Chair of Mindful Eating Counselling Working Group

Practice Focus:
Diabetes

Contributions:

• How is gastroesophageal reflux (GER) or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) diagnosed in infants?  

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• What changes in formula have been shown to be effective in treating infants with gastroesophageal reflux (GER)/gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?  

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• Can infants who present with gastroesophageal reflux (GER/GOR)/gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD/GORD) have an underlying cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA)?  

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• Can positioning therapy help to improve symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux (GER) in infants?  

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• What pharmacologic and surgical interventions are recommended to treat infants with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?  

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• Are infants with gastroesophageal reflux/disease (GER/GERD) susceptible to long-term feeding difficulties?  

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• Gastrointestinal System - Pediatric/Paediatric Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Background

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