Jessica W. Thiesmeyer

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Dr. Jessica W. Thiesmeyer is a surgical researcher whose work centers on the pathophysiology and surgical management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), with a particular focus on post-operative outcomes and re-operative interventions. Her most-cited study, "Evaluation of post-operative dysphagia following anti-reflux surgery" (2022, 17 citations), provides critical insights into a common complication of fundoplication, helping surgeons refine patient selection and operative techniques to minimize swallowing difficulties. In a complementary 2022 study (6 citations), she pioneered the quantification of physiologic parameters at the gastroesophageal junction during re-operative anti-reflux surgery, offering objective metrics to guide complex revision procedures. This work addresses a significant gap in the literature, as re-operative cases are notoriously challenging due to altered anatomy and scar tissue. By combining rigorous physiologic measurement with clinical outcome analysis, Dr. Thiesmeyer’s research directly enhances surgical precision and patient quality of life. Her contributions are especially valuable for surgeons managing refractory GERD, providing evidence-based strategies to reduce complications and improve long-term results in both primary and revision settings.