Correctional Oncology, Reimagined

Cancer care, delivered inside the walls.

Traversal Health brings oncology expertise, coordination, and treatment into correctional facilities. Our model replaces costly off-site care to deliver better outcomes, fewer transports, and lower total cost of care.

Research & Insights

An evidence-based approach

Our model is grounded in peer-reviewed research led by one of our founders, Christopher R. Manz, MD, MSHP.

Recent Publications by Dr. Manz

Oct 2025

Barriers and Facilitators to Delivering Cancer Care in US Prisons

Manz CR, Nava-Coulter B, Voligny E, Gundersen DA, Wright AA. JAMA Network Open. 2025;8(10):e2537646.

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Oct 2025

Correctional Health and Oncologist Perspectives on Strategies to Improve Cancer Care in US Prisons: A Qualitative Study

Nava-Coulter B, Voligny E, Gundersen DA, Manz CR, Wright AA. JAMA Network Open. 2025;8(10):e2537640.

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Apr 2025

Feasibility Study for Using Large Language Models to Identify Goals-of-Care Documentation at Scale in Patients With Advanced Cancer

Agaronnik ND, Davis J, Manz CR, Tulsky JA, Lindvall C. JCO Oncology Practice. 2025.

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We partner with correctional administrators, health services leaders, and state agencies to improve cancer care and reduce total cost. Contact us to start the conversation.

Office

Traversal Health
1005 17th Ave S, Suite 900
Nashville, TN 37212