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Michael J. Goldberg

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Dr. Michael Goldberg, is the Head of the NorthShore University HealthSystem Division of Gastroenterology, specializing in gastroenterology colorectal cancer, and pancreatic cancer. He also works as a Clincal Associate Professor for the University of Chicago. Since joining NorthShore, Dr. Goldberg has significantly expanded the division's services, clinical research, and educational components. He helped to establish two new research centers focusing on colorectal cancer research and genetics center, and a pancreatic cancer research clinic.  


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  • NorthShore University HealthSystem

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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Gastroenterology:
    New Device May Show Doctors More of the Colon

    SATURDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- A new device that gives doctors a better view during colonoscopies may help them miss fewer suspicious growths during those exams, a new study shows.

    Colonoscopies are the recommended screening tests for colorectal cancer, which is the second leading c...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Gastroenterology:
    Study Links Coffee to Lower Risk for Rare Liver Disease

    SATURDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- Just a few extra cups of coffee each month might help prevent the development of an autoimmune liver disease known as primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), a new study suggests.

    Investigators from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., found that drinkin...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Gastroenterology:
    Simponi Approved for Ulcerative Colitis

    WEDNESDAY, May 15 (HealthDay News) -- Simponi (golimumab) injection has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat adults with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis.

    The drug is designed to block tumor necrosis factor, which has a key role in causing abnormal inflamma...Full Article

  • Michael J. Goldberg
    Michael J. Goldberg of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
    Millions of Americans have GERD, a condition in which stomach acid backs up into the esophagus because the valve that separates the stomach from the esophagus is weak.

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  • Michael J. Goldberg
    Michael J. Goldberg of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) treated?
    GERD can be treated with reflux medications called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) that minimize the acid levels but don’t eliminate the reflux.  Full Post
  • Michael J. Goldberg
    Michael J. Goldberg of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What is a transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) for GERD?
    Unlike laparoscopic and standard surgeries, transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) is performed through the mouth with no abdominal incision. Surgeons use an endoscope to rebuild the esophageal-stomach valve restoring the body’s natural anatomy to prevent GERD. It improves symptoms more...  Full Post