GASTRIC & ESOPHAGEAL DISEASESBariatric Surgeon, Hernia Surgeon & Gallbladder Surgeon located in Sacramento, CA and serving patients from El Dorado Hills, Folsom and Northern California
AchalasiaA disorder that makes it difficult for food and liquid to pass from the esophagus (swallowing tube connecting your mouth and stomach), into your stomach.
Hiatal Hernia A hiatal hernia occurs when your upper part of your stomach bulges through the large muscle separating your diaphragm, (abdomen & chest).
Heart BurnA burning feeling in the chest usually caused by stomach acid traveling up towards the throat (Acid reflux). If this becomes chronic it is called gastro-esophageal reflux disease.
If you need help treating any of these conditions laparoscopicallyMost experienced practice in Sacramento & Bay AreaWe have a seamless process that will include making a diagnosis, preoperative, operative and postoperative care. The first step is scheduling a consultation with Dr. Patching. We promise you will feel right at home with us. Take your first step towards a healthier happier life.’Request Appointment
Fun fact about Dr. Patching:Dr. Patching trained under Bernard Dallemagne, first surgeon in the world to perform a laparoscopic fundoplication. Where Dr. Patching did his Advanced Laparoscopic Fellowship in 1993