RBMA 2026 RAD Honors

The RBMA RAD Honors was developed to recognize radiology practices and vendors that have demonstrated the highest degrees of creativity, innovation, and campaign success. This program was created as an expansion to the long-running Quest Marketing Awards program, to honor the full spectrum of talent across the industry.

The RBMA RAD Honors will reward best-in-class through nine remarkable categories that will be announced at the RBMA 2026 PaRADigm Conference, April 12-15, 2026, at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate.

Please be aware that there are no entry fees for the three People's Choice awards: Changemaker, Thought Leader, and Volunteer.  To submit a nomination for the changemaker award, click HERE.

Entry Deadline: February 20, 2026
When
10/27/2025 12:00 PM - 2/20/2026 1:00 PM
Central Daylight Time
Where
Orlando 37203
Registration
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Last day to register is 2/20/2026

Program

MARKETING & PR CATEGORY

Description
Best Marketing Campaign
Open ONLY to Radiology Practices
Recognizes the best use of patient- or physician-facing marketing campaigns, including mailings, tv, radio, and digital products such as mobile apps, blogs, podcasts, social media, paid search, email marketing, or pay-per-click advertising. This category focuses on brand development, communications, collateral, and techniques used to build public or referring physician awareness of your practice. Submissions should highlight tools used, engagement metrics, and ROI.
Category
MARKETING & PR CATEGORY
2/20/2026
Champion For A Cause Award (Reimagined)
Open to BOTH Radiology Practices and Vendors
Updated Focus: Recognizing community involvement, philanthropy, and volunteerism.
This award honors a radiology practice or vendor that has made a meaningful impact through community engagement, staff volunteerism, or philanthropic initiatives. Whether through local service projects, nonprofit partnerships, or impactful giving programs, the recipient of this award demonstrates a deep commitment to strengthening their community. Submissions should highlight compelling stories of service, generosity, and sustained impact beyond the workplace.
Category
MARKETING & PR CATEGORY
2/20/2026
Health Equity Advocate Award (NEW)
Open to BOTH Radiology Practices and Vendors
 New Focus: Advancing health equity and reducing disparities in access and outcomes.
This NEW award honors a radiology practice or vendor that is actively working to advance health equity. Whether through targeted outreach, partnerships with underserved communities, policy or advocacy efforts, or innovations that address disparities in care, this award celebrates those committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable healthcare system. Submissions should highlight measurable actions taken to address inequity and the resulting impact on patient populations or community health. 
Category
MARKETING & PR CATEGORY
2/20/2026

OPERATIONAL CATEGORY

Description
Open to BOTH radiology practices and vendors
Recognizes excellence in a company culture that invests in employee growth and advancement at all levels, fosters equity, nurtures employee morale, and supports a healthy work-life balance. Entries should demonstrate how they drive engagement and the enthusiasm of employees, and how it has impacted retention and employee satisfaction.
Category
OPERATIONAL CATEGORY
2/20/2026
Open ONLY to Radiology Practices 
Recognizes an innovative product or service offering within the radiology practice. We welcome your innovative, out-of-the-box solutions that were creative, and unique, that helped your practice to thrive. Entries should highlight how the product or service is both designed and delivered..
Category
OPERATIONAL CATEGORY
2/20/2026
Open ONLY to Vendors
This NEW award honors industry-leading vendors who are at the forefront of growth and innovation, distinguished by the groundbreaking solutions they provide to radiology practices. Submissions should emphasize the innovation, performance, value, and significant impact of these solutions.
Category
OPERATIONAL CATEGORY
2/20/2026

SUBMISSION DETAILS

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SUBMISSION DETAILS
2/20/2026