Anil Minocha Shreveport, LA

Dr. Anil Minocha is a board certified in gastroenterology, internal medicine, nutrition and geriatrics. In addition, he is fellowship trained in clinical pharmacology and medical toxicology.

Dr. Minocha is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, American College of Gastroenterology and American College of Forensic Examiners. He is the former gastroenterology editor for Veterans Health Systems Journal and a medical editor of the Gastroenterology Textbook of eMedicine. He has authored or co-authored scores of articles in peer reviewed scientific literature.

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Dr. Minocha's latest book:

HOW TO STOP HEARTBURN:

Simple Ways to Heal Heartburn and Acid Reflux

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons, New York, NY, 2001

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PRAISE FOR THE BOOK

"The most comprehensive and well-researched book I have ever come across on healing heartburn and acid reflux....A must-read for anyone who suffers from heartburn and related conditions".

Ray Sahelian, M.D. author of Mindboosters: A Guide To Natural Supplements That Enhance Your Mind, Memory and Mood.

"An in depth analysis of how to heal heartburn and acid reflux, a problem that afflicts humans across the life span, from infancy to old age...A valuable home reference."

Elizabeth D. Tate, FNP, C., MN coauthor of Unforgettable Faces: Through the Eyes of a Nurse Practitioner.

"Priceless and practical...Easy to read....A must-buy for all heartburn sufferers."

Joel E. Richter, MD, FACP, FACG, Chairman, Department of Gastroenterology, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

PRESS CRITICS

".....Provides an easy-to-read guide for those who suffer from heartburn.....The book includes
self-tests, quizzes, sample food diary, charts that show which medications can cause or
worsen heartburn, chapters that explain the signs of heartburn in infants and children, plus
information on the latest prescribed and over-the-counter medicines".

-The State Journal Register, August 6th, 2001

"An authoritative guide to heartburn discusses the causes of gastroesophageal reflux
disease, its symptoms, and its potentially serious complications if left untreated and
explores a wide range of treatment, ranging from nutritional and lifestyle changes to
drugs and surgery. Original."
-Paper Clips, Bridgewater, NJ ,July, 2001

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CHAPTERS/TOPICS COVERED IN THE BOOK

Part 1: All about GERD and how to diagnose and treat it

Chapter 1: What is GERD and who suffers from it?

Common and uncommon symptoms of GERD
What is GERD and who gets it?
GERD is often not diagnosed
GERD can become dangerous when ignored
Ten common myths about GERD

Chapter 2: What causes my heartburn?

	When normal digestion goes awry
	Medical problems associated with GERD

Chapter 3: How your physician comes to a diagnosis

	Taking a medical history
	Considering your current symptoms
	The physical examination
	Diagnostic tests that help
	Valuable information you should provide to your doctor

Chapter 4: Finding medications that work

	Ancient remedies
	Basics of how GERD medications work
	Over the counter remedies
	Prescribed medications
	Deciding on treatment strategies
	When cost enters into equation
	You may be taking medications that make symptoms worse

Chapter 5: Alternative medicines and treatments that may help

Ayurveda, herbal therapy, homeopathic remedies , accupressure, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, yoga.

Part 2: Other illnesses affecting or similar to GERD

Chapter 6: Peptic ulcers

	Types and causes of ulcers
	Initial evaluation
	Diagnosing and treating H. pylori or NSAID ulcers
	Ulcers and stress

Chapter 7: Hiatal hernia

	What is hiatal hernia
	Types of hiatal hernia
	Causes of hiatal hernia
	What to do when hernia and GERD co-occur
	When surgery is needed

Part 3: Special situations and problems

Chapter 8: When surgery is needed to heal your acid reflux

	Who needs surgery
	Before surgery
	Questions you should ask
	Types of surgery
	Just before surgery
	Undergoing the surgery
	After the surgery

Chapter 9: Pregnancy and acid reflux

	Pregnancy brings massive changes to the body
	Which pregnant patients are most prone to acid reflux
	When should you consult a gastroenterologist
	Important information about medications for pregnant woman
	How GERD is diagnosed in pregnant woman
	Treating the GERD

Chapter 10: Heartburn in infants and children

	Symptoms in infancy
	Determining if your baby has GERD
	Lifestyle care changes and treatments that baby may need
	Common mistakes parents make
	Acid reflux in children and adolescents
	GERD in children with disabilities

Chapter 11: How acid affects the elderly

	Possible causes of GERD in older people
	Symptoms in elderly
	Impact medications can have
	Lifestyle changes

Part 4: Lifestyle changes that work

Chapter 12: You are what you eat

	Avoiding serious problems
	Importance of balanced diet
	Why and how certain foods affect GERD
	What you should-and should not drink
	Evaluating your diet
	Sample food diary
	Creating your own food diary

Chapter 13: You are what you sleep

	Types of sleep disorders
	Causes of suboptimal sleep
	Sleep solutions

Chapter 14: What you weigh matters

	Obesity and GERD
	Don't use usual quick fix remedies
	Sensible weight loss suggestions
	Consider weight loss clinic
	Medications and surgery for obesity
	Can-and should obese people have anti-reflux surgery