June 13, 2016

New Stretta Data Shows 10-yr Effectiveness in Challenging GERD Patients

Stretta clinical data presented at DDW2016 shows effectiveness in challenging GERD patient populations: Obese patients, laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) symptoms, GERD post-nissen. DDW activities also included the launch of the new Stretta RFT3 system and four presentations by international Stretta expert physicians.
January 28, 2016

New Study Confirms Stretta Therapy for GERD to be Safe, Effective and Durable

Stretta Therapy, a non-ablative radiofrequency treatment for GERD, was called "effective, safe and durable following 15 years of worldwide use" and cited as a "viable complement or alternative to medical and surgical treatment" in a newly-published clinical review of endoscopic techniques for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Authors Wai-Kit Lo, MD, MPH and Hiroshi Mashimo, MD, PhD of Harvard Medical School, examined multiple alternatives to PPI therapy or surgery, including Stretta and other devices such as endoscopic plication and suturing, as well as injectable and implantable bulking agents. Their findings have been published in the Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology.
November 25, 2015

Survey Confirms Holiday Season Marks Higher Incidence Of Reflux Complaints

GERD Awareness Week reinforces the need for patient education and encourages those suffering to determine whether their reflux is diet related or is a chronic condition, as well as to explore treatment options. The results of a survey of U.S. gastroenterologists revealed that physicians see more patients complaining of reflux during the holidays. Appropriately, GERD Awareness Week 2015 kicks off the holiday season, Thanksgiving week – November 22-28.
November 18, 2015

Fall Congresses Focus on Stretta Therapy as a Versatile Option for Chronic GERD

Major medical congresses this fall showcased the role of Stretta in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Sessions featuring Stretta were part of the educational programs at Obesity Week, the International Federation for Surgery of Obesity (IFSO), American College of Surgeons (ACS), and the World Organization for Specialized Studies on Diseases of the Esophagus (OESO).
October 3, 2015

Learn about Stretta at ACS2015 – Surgical Skills Hands-On and Panels on Bariatric GERD

Learn how to perform Stretta, how Stretta can help manage GERD in multiple patient profiles - especially those with GERD after bariatric surgery, and get the latest Stretta data. In addition to the scientific sessions - be sure to visit Mederi booth 1341 in the ACS exhibit hall. Read more for detailed information on schedule and location of scientific sessions.
July 20, 2015

Mederi Stretta and Secca International Training – Izmir Turkey

International Key Opinion Leader and Stretta physician, Professor Serhat Bor will be hosting international training sessions at EGE University in Izmir Turkey. There are options of small group sessions or a special GI and Motility Course presented by Mederi, EGE University and MMS, which will include live Stretta and Secca cases.