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Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month

Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month

Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month April is Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about this deadly disease and encourage people to take preventative measures against it. Esophageal cancer is a rare form of cancer that affects the esophagus, the...

The Misconceptions Behind Robotic Surgery

The Misconceptions Behind Robotic Surgery

Montana is a state praised for its conservation of tradition and preservation of old ways. That means for many residents, the thought of robotic surgery is intimidating. However, there are many misconceptions that lead many to misunderstand the use of new robotic...

Your Guide to Varicose Veins

What are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins can occur for a variety of reasons, including age, genetics, and lifestyle factors such as standing for long periods of time or being overweight. The veins in the legs have to work against gravity to send blood back to the...

Montana’s Resources for GERD Treatment and Prevention

Montana’s Resources for GERD Treatment and Prevention

What is GERD? Missoula Surgical Association is dedicated to providing Montanans resources for GERD prevention and treatment, but what even is GERD? Gastroesophageal reflux disease, also referred to as GERD, is a condition which causes the contents of the stomach to...