For people living with swallowing disorders, feeling a choking sensation when they eat or drink is a common occurrence. But there is a newer, less invasive treatment option, people can find relief from these troublesome symptoms and gain a better quality of life: Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM).
Hartford HealthCare gastroenterologist Dr. Michael Karasik, is one of only a handful of doctors in the country offering a procedure called POEM.