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Dr. Vaughan is the Medical Director of the Institute for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, the surgical weight control program at Jupiter Medical Center in South Florida. Dr. Vaughan started this program in 2001 with an extensive background in weight loss surgery both here and overseas.

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May17

Heartburn Meds Can Raise Hip Fracture Risk in Post-Menopause

Studies show that extended use of proton pump inhibitor (PPI) heartburn medication could put women at risk for hip fractures.

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May10

Prevent Heartburn, Acid Reflux with Workout Routine

Studies show that losing excess weight can significantly reduce acid reflux (GERD) and heartburn.

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May03

Stressed Women May Experience Acid Reflux, Heartburn and More

Women dealing with stress may experience gastrointestinal problems such as acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, heartburn and stomach ulcers.

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News

Heartburn Meds Can Raise Hip Fracture Risk in Post-Menopause

Prevent Heartburn, Acid Reflux with Workout Routine

Stressed Women May Experience Acid Reflux, Heartburn and More