Mercy College of Ohio has been named the winner of the inaugural RadX National Case Competition, the first national challenge designed specifically to advance leadership and operational excellence among emerging radiology administrators. The annual competition was developed by Agfa Radiology and the AHRA: Association for Medical Imaging Management (AHRA) to support the next generation of leaders in medical imaging.

Highlights:

• Mercy College of Ohio is the national RadX champion.
• Athens Technical College in Georgia won 2^nd place, and students from The Ohio State University School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences earned 3^rd.
• The 2026 case study was developed by Brian A. King MBA, RDMA, RVT, RT(R); Director of Radiology Services at Cleveland Clinic.
• Mercy College will present its winning case study at the AHRA 2026 annual conference.
• Submissions for the 2027 RadX challenge will open later this year.

Developing the Next Generation of Radiology Administrators

The winning team members from Mercy College are:

• Julie Robinson R.T. (R)(CT)(ARRT)
• Carol Everett, B.S. Medical Imaging, R.T.(R)(CT)(MR)(ARRT), MRSO (MRSC™)
• Lauren L. Truesdale, B.S. Medical Imaging, RDCS (AE), RVT, RPhS, CET

“Participating in the RadX competition gave our students a unique opportunity to apply their knowledge in a real-world, high-level context. Their recognition as the winning team reflects their ability to think critically, collaborate effectively, and propose innovative solutions to industry leaders. Experiences like this provide authentic learning opportunities that are essential in preparing students for the evolving demands of medical imaging leadership,” said Dana R. Eskins, Ed.D., R.T(R)(CT), RDMS, Director of Imaging Sciences, Program Director, B.S. Medical Imaging, and Associate Professor at Mercy College of Ohio.

“Each team worked through a complex operational case, defended their choices under live questioning, and left with detailed feedback they can carry forward into their careers. It shows students what they’re capable of when the stakes feel real,” says Jordan Hermiller, MHA, R.T.(R)(QM), CPHQ, Technical Manager for North America at Agfa Radiology Solutions.

“The future of radiology is something we shape together – that’s the idea behind RadX, and why Agfa is fully committed to it. The Mercy College team set a high bar this year, with analysis that would hold its own at any executive table. These leaders aren’t waiting for tomorrow – they’re already here, and we’re building what comes next with them,” says François Verdeaux, President of Agfa Radiology.

Earning Industry Recognition

Team members on the Mercy College team will receive:

• $2,000 cash prize to be shared among team members—courtesy of Agfa Radiology
• Expense-paid trip to AHRA 2026 Annual Meeting—courtesy of Agfa Radiology Solutions
• Exhibit Hall passes from AHRA to the AHRA 2026 Annual Meeting
• AHRA student memberships