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Dan Lister, MD, FACS is a board certified general surgeon highly experienced in a range of leading-edge laparoscopic and NOS (natural orifice surgery) surgical techniques. In addition to general surgery, his specialties include gastroesophageal disease and the latest in minimally invasive surgical technologies like the TIF procedure and LINX procedure for treating chronic GERD. He offers the latest state-of-the-art diagnostic tests for reflux, including High Resolution Impedance Manometry and the ZepHr® Impedance/pH Reflux Monitoring System. He also offers HALO, a new treatment for Barrett's Esophagus. Other surgical services offered include hernia repair, laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, colon and rectal surgery, breast surgery, skin cancer surgery, varicose vein treatment, endoscopy and the latest laparoscopic procedure techniques.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
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See your doctor. : You need to be seen by your doctor. You could have a stone stuck in the duct that drains your gallbladder and now your gallbladder is infected (acute ... Read More
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Depends on surgery.: The length of recovery depends on many factors, but the most important would be the type of antireflux surgery you have. Typically patients undergoin... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Depends. : A demeester score of 1 is normal. If this study was done off meds, then i'm not sure you have significant reflux. Get a second opinion.
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Can be serious. : Reversal surgery can be risky. Injury to the stomach or esophagus can occur. Your symptoms may recur, however there is some benefit in hiatal hernia ... Read More
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Almost immediately. : They start forming almost immediately. They are at their worst 2-4 weeks out from surgery then usually start disappearing after that. They may go comp... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Not long. : Most patients recover fully in 1-3 weeks from laparoscopic gallbladder surgery.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Yes: Chronic reflux is the main cause of esophageal adenocarcinoma. It is the fastest growing cancer in the U.S. Hiatal hernias tend to make reflux worse.... Read More
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A 38-year-old male asked:
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It could. : Bloating is a common side effect of a nissen fundoplication. With your concerns, you may want to consider a tif or linx. Both are very successful in t... Read More
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A 54-year-old female asked:
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Usually good. : Ultrasound is very good looking for gallstones. If negative, you can still have a dysfunctional gallbladder. Ask your doctor about a hida scan, a n... Read More
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A 46-year-old female asked:
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Likely Gallbladder: Right upper abdominal pain radiating to the back is often gallbladder related but could be an ulcer or pancreatitis. Best to get checked by a doctor. ... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Acid reflux surgery: A nissen fundoplication is a surgery for gerd or acid reflux. The main components of the surgery are repair of a hiatal hernia, if present, followed b... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Reflux: Gerd or gastroesophageal reflux disease is a disease where the valve between the esophagus and stomach doesn't stay closed. This allows stomach conten... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Acid reflux surgery: A nissen fundoplication is a surgery for gerd or acid reflux. It is usually performed laparoscopically. The main components of the surgery are repair ... Read More
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Be checked. : You may have just done too much but to be safe you should see your surgeon and get checked. There is always the possibility of a leak from the appendi... Read More
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Go to your doctor. : Self diagnosis is very risky, especially with appendicitis. Go to your doctor or the er. A ct would be the best test to distinguish between a cyst an... Read More
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Good: Today, the survival rate is very good. In fact, most splenic trauma is managed non-operatively. It just depends on how bad the rupture is, other injur... Read More
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Gallbladder function: Normal ejection fraction is 35-75%. Probably as important is whether the injection of cck recreated the symptoms that you are having. If it does, then... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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Sometimes: Excess gas is a common postop complaint after fundoplication surgery. It usually gets better with time but can be a permanent problem in some patients... Read More
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Common. : This is a common early complaint. Make sure you are following your surgeon's diet instructions i tell my patients to be sure to eat slowly, take sma... Read More
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Surgeon: A general surgeon is the type of doctor that repairs hernias.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Get tested. : Reflux related cough is usually caused by a special category of reflux called LPR or laryngopharyngeal reflux. It can be difficult to diagnose. The be... Read More
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GERD: You most likely have gastroesophageal reflux where acid from the stomach refluxes back up into the esophagus due to a faulty valve at the end of the e... Read More
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Trim it: You can take scissors and trim the dermabond that has pealed up so it won't catch on your clothes.
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A 66-year-old female asked:
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Try anti-gas meds. : Anti-gas medications like simethicone can be very helpful. Avoid carbonated beverages and gas producing foods.
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Some...: Biologic mesh for recurrent is generally safe. Like any foreign body, it could become infected, cause a stricture, or in rare cases even erode into th... Read More
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Go to the ER: This could be a sign of a dangerous condition called intussusception. In babies, the end of the small bowel telescopes in to the colon, causing obstr... Read More
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Yes. : Barrett's esophagus is a condition that arises due to chronic acid reflux or gerd. It increases the likelihood of developing esophageal cancer. There ... Read More
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Both: Reflux surgery involves repairing the valve at the junction of the esophagus and stomach. This is usually done by wrapping the upper portion of the st... Read More
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Yes: Yes, children can suffer from reflux. It is especially common in kids that were premature at birth. See a pediatric gastroenterologist for an accurate... Read More
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Follow instructions.: Tif is an excellent anti reflux surgery. Make sure to follow the diet and don't overeat. It's very important to not vomit for the first six weeks afte... Read More
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No: No. A hiatal hernia is an enlarged opening in the diaphragm back near the spine where the esophagus comes through the diaphragm. You can not feel it o... Read More
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Yes: Yes. It is a good operation for reflux, but it does have side effects. It is one of several surgical options for reflux.
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Yes: Prevacid (lansoprazole) and the other proton pump inhibitors (ppis) are often used to treat the symptoms of reflux. They are safe but not without side... Read More
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Depends. : Barrett's esophagus is a condition that arises due to chronic acid reflux or gerd. It increases the likelihood of developing esophageal cancer. There ... Read More
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EGD. : Looking in the stomach with a scope is the best way to diagnose an ulcer. This is called an egd ( or esophagogastroduodenoscopy). And now you know why... Read More
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Could be reflux. : Your symptom could be caused by reflux. See your doctor and get tested. The tests to accurately diagnose reflux include an egd (upper endoscopy), a 24... Read More
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Gets rid of the acid: Tums (calcium carbonate) helps with indigestion by neutralizing the acid in the stomach.
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Wrap for reflux: A nissen fundoplication is an operation for reflux. It is usually done laparoscopically. First, if a hiatal hernia is present, it is repaired. The upp... Read More
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Depends: It depends on how much fluid needs to be drained. Usually between 15 and 30 minutes. Good luck.
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Several treatments. : Several treatments are available for gerd. The first is lifestyle modifications. These include raising the head of your bed, avoid eating late, losin... Read More
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Yes: Chronic reflux is the main cause of esophageal adenocarcinoma. It is the fastest growing cancer in the U.S. Hiatal hernias tend to make reflux worse.... Read More
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Yes: The tests to accurately diagnose reflux include an egd (upper endoscopy), a 24hr ph study, and an esophageal manometry. These will accurately diagnose... Read More
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Surgery can help. : There are several surgeries for reflux that are safe and effective. A nissen fundoplication, tif (transoral incisionless fundoplication), or a linx pr... Read More
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Get tested. : The tests to accurately diagnose reflux include an egd (upper endoscopy), a 24hr ph study, and an esophageal manometry. These will accurately diagnose... Read More
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Reflux: Typically heartburn is caused by reflux where stomach content come back up into the esophagus. It occurs because the valve at the junction of the stom... Read More
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Five: Wait until at least age five. Umbilical hernias in infancy will often resolve spontaneously and not need surgery.
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Ask your surgeon. : I tell my patients not to lift more than 20 lbs for 3 weeks. It is advisable to avoid very heavy lifting for six weeks.
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There are many. : The typical symptoms include heartburn, chest pain, regurgitation, difficulty swallowing and a fullness in the throat. Some atypical symptoms include ... Read More
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No. : A new procedure called halo is available to treat barrett's esophagus. It uses radio frequency ablation to eradicate the abnormal tissue. A few studie... Read More
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Yes. : A laparoscopic cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder) will rid you of those pesky stones.
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Apr 10, 2015
Dr Dan Lister is an excellent physician, very knowledgeable,passionate, and on the top of his field. He is a great value to the people of AR, and to the family of health tap
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Lister is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Dr. Lister is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Regurgitation of food contents, sour taste in mouth, weakness, loss of appetit
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences/UAMS College of Medicine, AR
Graduated 1993MD
Residency
Marshall University
Awards
Most Influential, Second Place, Little Rock Region, AR - Summer
2013
Top General Surgeon , Second Place, Arkansas - Summer
2013
HealthTap Scholar
Affiliations
Surgical Clinic of Central Arkansas
American College of Surgeons
American Society of General Surgeons
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