Allegheny Health Network’s Dr. Saad Javed joins host Jim Roddey on this week’s episode of “Heroes” to talk about the different elements to gastroenterology, including the dangers of acid reflux disease. Also, Eric Zahren (president) of the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission joins Jim to continue their 10-part series on winners of the Carnegie Medal.

“Heroes” is presented by Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield and the Allegheny Health Network, airing Saturdays at 10:00 AM and Sundays at 12:30 PM on Beaver County Radio. Archived editions of “Heroes” can be heard at the Beaver County Radio Podcast Library.