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1 in 4 people in the UK have heartburn. GORD happens when acid and other stomach content persistently leak up from the stomach back into the food pipe (oesophagus) causing symptoms such as heartburn and regurgitation. Some reflux is normal, but persistent reflux isn't and requires medical attention from a specialist. 

Achalasia is a disease of the food pipe (oesophagus) which causes swallowing difficulties. Achalasia does not affect any other part of the body. The exact cause of achalasia is unclear and it is a rare condition affecting 1 in 100,000 people in the UK. Ms El Kafsi offers a variety of tests and treatments for Achalasia.

Following surgery on your oesophagus or stomach, your surgeon may ask you to follow a specially tailored diet during the first few weeks of the healing process. 

 About 20% of the population in the UK has gallstones. They are often diagnosed via an ultrasound scan. Surgery for gallstones is one of the commonest general surgery operations performed In the UK. Ms El Kafsi specialises in gallstone disease and will discuss your treatment options.

Your surgeon may ask you to go on a liver reduction diet  (LRD) for a specific period before surgery. The diet is designed to reduce the size of your liver to make surgery safer. The LRD should never be used for weight loss long term. You will receive a copy of the LRD if it applies to your treatment.