Robert A. Balk, MD, MACP, MCCM, FCCP, FAARC
Professor of Medicine
Associate CMO for Critical Care
Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine
Rush University Medical Center and Rush Medical College
Chicago, Illinois
Sarasota, Florida
January 15 - 18, 2026
Sarasota, Florida
January 15 - 18, 2026
Professor of Medicine
Associate CMO for Critical Care
Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine
Rush University Medical Center and Rush Medical College
Chicago, Illinois
Adjunct Associate Professor of Medicine
Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Neurocritical Care Medicine
Program Director - CCM fellowship
Department of Critical Care
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
Associate Professor of Surgery
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas
Lido Beach Resort is known as one of the most luxurious resorts in Sarasota, offering an exclusive, secluded beach escape on the white, powdery sands of Lido Key. Enjoy the outdoor, heated pools and hot tubs - with both family-friendly spaces and adults-only pool, there's an outdoor space for everyone to enjoy. Other amenities at the Lido Beach Resort include a fitness center with everything from treadmills, elliptical machines, strength training equipment, free weights, and yoga mats. When it's time to dine, cool down with a refreshing cocktail and tempting bites at the beautiful waterfront Tiki Bar or indulge in fresh seafood and Italian cuisine from Drift Kitchen & Bar while enjoying panoramic views of the Gulf and skyline.
Lido Beach Resort is also near many enjoyable attractions like the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, The Ringling Circus Museum, downtown Sarasota, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, Kayaking Mangrove Tunnels, and many more. The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle service to and from St. Armand’s Circle daily! Play golf at vibrant courses like Rolling Green Golf Club, The Highlands, and Tatum Ridge Golf Links or shop the boutiques and galleries on St. Armands Circle.
Newly renovated rooms and suites feature coastal design touches, luxe linens, spacious walk-in showers, and much more.
Tiki Tower Rooms are approx. 375 feet and offer 1 king or 2 queen beds (based on hotel availability), plus a kitchenette with a full-sized refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, and dining seating for four. Tiki Tower rooms have outside entrances.
Palm Tower studio suites offer 1 king bed plus queen-sized sleeper sofa or 2 queen beds (based on hotel availability), private balcony, kitchen with a cooktop, full sized refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, and dining seating for four.
Palm Tower One Bedroom Suites are approx. 525-650 square feet and offer 1 King bed in separate bedroom, living room with a sleeper sofa, private balcony, kitchen with a cooktop, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, and dining seating for four.
Palm Tower King/King Two Bedroom Suites are approx. 780–1,000 sq ft and feature 2 king beds in separate bedrooms, large private balcony, a living room with a sleeper sofa, two large bathrooms, kitchen with a cooktop, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, and dining seating for four.
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is about 7 miles from the resort. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is 60 miles from the resort. Parking: Self-parking is included in resort fee for hotel guests. Valet parking approximately $20 per car, per night. Parking fees subject to change without notice.
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Cancellations of room reservations accepted until 8 days prior to arrival. Cancellations received by hotel inside 7 days of arrival will forfeit their deposit for room and tax for their full reserved stay. Early departure fees apply. If you check out prior to your reserved departure date, a penalty for the entire reserved stay plus tax will apply. If you are a complete no-show, you will be charged a penalty for your entire reserved stay plus tax. Please review your reservation for accuracy. Travel insurance is recommended.
Credit card for one night's deposit plus tax required at the time of booking to reserve your room.
Group room rates only available via NWAS/NWWT reservation link (available approx. 1 year prior to program).
Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
This course is designed for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and all other medical care providers who must maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of the critical care specialty or are impacted by it.
This continuing education program is designed for healthcare professionals working in critical care settings. The program aims to provide attendees with the latest updates and advancements in critical care, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge to optimize patient outcomes. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and discussion with faculty/peers, attendees will learn about the latest evidence-based guidelines and best practices for managing critically ill patients.
Mark T. Murphy, MD, MSN Education, Cozumel, Mexico, and Medical Director, Northwest Anesthesia Seminars / Northwest Seminars, Pasco, Washington
We recommend that you register early to assure your spot. We reserve the right to close registrations to a course at any time without notice. We may not be able to accommodate onsite registrations.
We reserve the right to cancel a course for any reason. In such case, a minimum of 30 days notice will be given to those registered and 100% of tuition paid will be refunded. NWAS and NWWT will not be responsible for any non-refundable airfare, hotel, or other liabilities you may incur. We highly recommend purchase of travel insurance. Travel at your own risk.
Factors beyond our control sometimes necessitate changes in the schedule and faculty. If time permits, we will inform all registrants of any changes prior to the program. Changes on site due to local conditions will be announced in class.
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