ImageFIRST®, King of Prussia, PA, announced the winners of its Fifth Annual HeroesFIRST Contest. Each year, ImageFIRST service team members recognize “exceptional healthcare heroes” who go above and beyond to positively impact the lives of their patients.
This year, more than 600 nominations were submitted nationwide. From those nominations, 20 healthcare heroes were selected as finalists. Votes were cast by the public on the contest’s website for the hero who inspired them the most. Following the nationwide vote, the heroes that received the most votes will be awarded a cash prize, totaling $16,500.*
The 2025 HeroesFIRST Top Eight Winners are:
- Javen Hinojosa, Edinburg Regional Medical Center in Edinburg, TX
- Amanda Fricke, Allina Health Surgery Center – Brooklyn Park in Brooklyn Park, MN
- Emma Young, Canyon Ridge Surgery Center in Las Vegas, NV
- Taylor Miech, Boston IVF in Providence, RI
- Talania Cook, Children’s West Surgery Center in Knoxville, TN
- Cheryl Dicus, Durango Outpatient Surgery Center in Las Vegas, NV
- Anthony Whitley, Novant Health in Winston-Salem, NC
- Debra Bell, Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center in Middlebury, IN
*If preferred, an equivalent donation will be made to a charity of their choice.
“HeroesFIRST is a reflection of the values we share with the healthcare industry,” said ImageFIRST CEO Edward H. Orzetti. “Every year, we’re moved by the stories of quiet leadership and compassion in action. These individuals don’t seek the spotlight, but their actions speak volumes. This campaign brings those stories forward and reminds us why our work matters.”
Local celebrations will be held for each winner.
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