Travis Raye Patient Story

A devastating accident became a lifesaving turning point for Travis Raye. After being sideswiped by an 18-wheeler, a visit to the emergency room at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center revealed something far more serious than his injuries—colon cancer. In this powerful patient story, Travis shares how months of unexplained abdominal pain were overshadowed by work, family responsibilities, and the demands of everyday life. Following emergency surgery to remove an obstructing mass, Travis began chemotherapy and faced another unexpected challenge when treatment caused concerning heart-related symptoms. Dr. Tushar Samdani, Dr. Ankit Madan, and Dr. Brian Case explain how a collaborative approach between surgeons, cancer specialists, and cardiovascular experts helped diagnose, treat, and manage complications so Travis could continue his cancer treatment safely. The story also highlights the lifesaving importance of routine colon cancer screenings and paying attention to warning signs before symptoms become severe. Today, Travis is a proud colon cancer survivor and father of six who considers the accident that changed his life “a blessing in disguise.” Learn more about the importance of colon cancer screening, coordinated cancer care, and listening to your body in this inspiring survivor story. To learn more about the MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, visit: https://www.medstarhealth.org/locatio.... To learn more about MedStar Health's interventional cardiology program, visit: https://www.medstarhealth.org/service....