The Board denied service connection for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and a left foot disability, to include plantar fasciitis, as the evidence did not support a finding that these conditions were related to the Veteran's active military service.
The deciding factor: The evidence of record did not persuasively establish a nexus between the Veteran's current GERD or left foot disability and his in-service experiences, including any stressors or injuries sustained during service.
- Claimed conditions
- gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), left foot disability, to include plantar fasciitis
- How they argued it
- Direct service connection
- Exposure basis
- None
- Rating assigned
- None in this decision
- Decision date
- April 2, 2025
- Citation
- A25030649
What this means for you
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