Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a digestive disorder that occurs when acidic stomach juices, or food and fluids back up from the stomach into the oesophagus. GERD affects people of all ages—from infants to older adults. This condition also become more prevalence among community during Ramadan, where fasting is practise before Eid al-Fitr. This module provide understanding in definition, pathophysiology of GERD and how does it affect patients' life, goal of management, treatment options etc.
Course Outline
Definition of GERD
Factors involved in Reflux
Prevalence of Reflux
How does GERD affect patients' life?
Goals in Management of GERD
Treatment options
Lifestyle modification
The acid pocket and role of alginate in managing GERD
This course is presented by Prof. Dr. Raja Affendi Raja Ali, Consultant Physician & Gastroenterologist, Dean of Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Medical Center.
This CPD activity is supported by an educational grant from RB (Health) Malaysia.

There are 2 modules in this course. Participants must successfully complete all 2 modules to obtain 1 CPD point, that will be credited instantly in your MMA CPD account.