Barrett’s Esophagus Update
with Steven Sandberg-Lewis, ND
Barrett’s Esophagus Update
Barrett’s metaplasia is a first step in the reflux/esophageal carcinoma sequence. This presentation will explore factors that increase the risk of developing Barrett’s; factors which are protective against developing Barrett’s; new less invasive screening methods as well as the details of upper endoscopy and biopsy for diagnosis. Finally, evidence-based preventive and reparative dietary, nutritional, lifestyle and botanical factors will be detailed. The latest research on proton pump inhibition for the prevention of dysplasia and esophageal adenocarcinoma will examined.
Steven Sandberg-Lewis, ND
Dr. Steven Sandberg-Lewis has been a practicing naturopathic physician since his graduation from the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) in 1978. He has been a clinical and didactic professor since 1996, primarily focusing on gastroenterology and GI physical medicine. His private practice is at Hive Mind Medicine in Portland, Oregon (www.hivemindmedicine.org).
Sandberg-Lewis is a popular international lecturer at functional medicine seminars, and webinars and is frequently interviewed on issues of digestive health and disease.
His medical textbook is Functional Gastroenterology: Assessing and Addressing the Causes of Functional Digestive Disorders, Second edition, 2017. He is currently in the final design phase of Let’s Be Real About Reflux: Getting to the Heart of Heartburn, a book on underlying mechanisms and the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux.
Dr. Sandberg-Lewis lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife, Kayle. His interests include mandolin, guitar and voice; birds and bicycling; writing and lecturing.