Acid Reflux

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About Acid Reflux

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), more commonly known as heartburn or acid reflux, is a common condition that occurs when stomach contents goes into your esophagus. There are several reasons why this can happen and several modifications that can improve your symptoms.

Getting help

What we can do
  • Assess your symptoms to see if they are due to GERD
  • Discuss lifestyle modifications to reduce recurrence
  • Suggest over the counter treatments or prescription medications that can help manage your symptoms
  • Advise you when to seek immediate medical attention
We may ask you to
  • Keep a food journal to identify your triggers
What we cannot do
  • If you have a complex medical history or features that suggest another cause, we may ask that you be seen in person for an assessment

What is Akira?

Akira is a mobile app that gives you instant access to a team of Canadian medical professionals experienced in digital healthcare.

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Get help with many common issues without leaving home or work

  • Cold & Flu
  • UTIs
  • Sexual Health
  • Family Planning
  • Mental Health
  • Skin Issues
  • Acid Reflux
  • Travel Medicine
  • Prescriptions
  • Sinus
  • Eye Conditions
  • Stomach Flu
  • Cold & Flu
  • UTIs
  • Sexual Health
  • Family Planning
  • Mental Health
  • Skin Issues
  • Acid Reflex
  • Travel Medicine
  • Medication Renewals
  • Sinus
  • Eye Issues
  • Stomach Flu

Meet your care team

We've got you covered with a growing team of over 20 healthcare professionals

Pamela is a family physician based in Toronto. She completed her residency training at the University of Toronto and has a special interest in acute ambulatory care and women's health.

Pamela is available for consultation in Korean.

Dr. Pamela An

Nhon is a Nurse Practitioner who completed her studies at the University of Ottawa. She has an interest in primary health care as well as women's health, specifically obstetrics.

Nhon is available for consultation in Vietnamese.

Nhon Bogue, NP
Katrina McCarrel, RPN

Kathryn is a Nurse Practitioner who completed her M.Sc and NP training at McMaster University. Her knowledge base is well rounded in primary health care but has a special interest in well women and infant care.

Kathryn Sharman, NP
Jennifer Skuce, RPN

April is a Nurse Practitioner who did her studies at the University of British Columbia. She has an interest in primary health care, specifically women's health. She also enjoys providing care to remote and rural communities.

April Stewart, NP

Heather is a Nurse Practitioner and alumnus of the University of Waterloo (BSc), University of Toronto (BScN) and University of Alberta (MN). She is interested in preventative medicine, women's health and mental health.

Heather Wesselo, NP
Chris Yu, RN