Join Us at Sanibel Symposium 2025: The Premier Gathering for Perfusionists
Get ready – Sanibel Symposium 2025 is almost here! From May 7 to 10, the world’s top perfusion and cardiac experts will come together at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort in Bonita Springs, Florida. Combining groundbreaking education, global networking, and tropical relaxation, Sanibel 2025 promises a transformative experience for perfusionists around the world. Here’s a preview of what’s waiting for you at this one-of-a-kind event.
Sanibel Symposium: Where Global Perspectives Meet Scientific Breakthroughs
At its core, the Sanibel Symposium fosters a truly international community. It’s the first and only hybrid perfusion conference where you can join live or on-demand, no matter where you are in the world. Attendees from multiple continents – students, seasoned experts, and innovators alike – come together to share ideas, research, and new approaches that elevate perfusion practice worldwide.
The 2025 program unites 26 world-renowned speakers, representing a collective impact of 2,520 publications and 112,959 citations. These global leaders bring insights from every corner of the world, advancing a spirit of collaboration that helps break down silos and unify standards of care across borders. Whether you’re sitting in the lecture hall or tuning in from home, you’ll be part of a vibrant international network shaping the future of perfusion science.
Insights and Innovation from Global Experts
Sanibel’s prestigious speaker lineup is second to none. It’s a curated showcase of internationally recognized pioneers, fresh voices, and breakthrough thinkers.
Among the highlights is a keynote from Chris Lemons, a deep-sea saturation diver whose gripping survival story was depicted in the film Last Breath (starring Woody Harrelson, Finn Cole, and Simu Liu). In his unforgettable session, “Take a Deep Breath,” Chris shares the extraordinary tale of surviving over 40 minutes stranded 300 feet underwater without a functioning umbilical line. His powerful lessons on courage, teamwork, resilience, and decision-making under extreme pressure promise to inspire attendees far beyond the clinical setting.
Other trailblazing presenters include the primary author of the CPT’s general rehabilitation guidelines for ECMO patients, an inventor credited with three patents, and recipients of more than 25 prestigious career awards. With insights from speakers spanning war-torn regions to the future-focused perspectives from Australia, the Sanibel Symposium delivers a world of experience to every attendee.
Global Access, Flexible Learning: CEUs Across Four Continents
Whether you’re a student, a clinician, or a seasoned leader in the field, Sanibel Symposium makes it easy to keep your credentials current while gaining knowledge that transcends borders.
The 2025 Symposium offers an unprecedented 45 Category I CEUs approved by the ABCP, alongside credits from organizations across four continents:
- 8 CEUs from the Society of Clinical Perfusion Scientists of Great Britain & Ireland (SCPS)
- 8 CEUs from the European Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (EBCP)
- 20 CEUs from the Australian and New Zealand College of Perfusionists (ANZCP)
- 46 RN Contact Hours
- 25 CEUs for Respiratory Therapists (RRT)
Additionally, attendees can complete BLS, ACLS, and PALS renewals during the event. No matter where you’re joining from or what credential you hold, Sanibel ensures that you can earn CEUs accredited across four continents – flexibly, either in person or online.
Innovation on Display: The Largest Vendor Exhibition in Perfusion
Sanibel’s vendor exhibition isn’t just extensive – it’s a full-scale, hands-on immersion into the latest innovations and technologies. Attendees can engage with world-leading brands, explore advanced solutions, and experience next-generation simulation technologies firsthand.
New for 2025, Sanibel is dedicating space to emerging companies like Vermidex, a trailblazer in simulation education, showcasing the future of training and practice. It’s a unique opportunity to not only see what’s next but to be part of shaping it.
Building the Future: Investing in Students and Emerging Talent
Sanibel Symposium is dedicated to empowering the next generation of perfusionists. Through free access to groundbreaking research, workshops, and networking, students gain invaluable exposure to the latest advancements in the field.
The Sanibel Internship Program takes this further, offering students hands-on experience and opportunities to contribute to the conference. It’s a chance to build skills, forge connections, and engage with leaders in the field. One of last year’s interns will return as a student speaker this year, showcasing the lasting impact of this program.
By fostering the growth of future perfusionists, Sanibel creates a dynamic, inclusive community where new talent thrives alongside seasoned professionals.
Sanibel Symposium: Created by Perfusionists for Perfusionists
Sanibel Symposium is shaped by clinical perfusionists who live and breathe the field, ensuring the event reflects the real-world experiences, challenges, and goals of the profession. Designed by those who truly understand perfusion, the event brings an authenticity that makes it feel more like a reunion than a typical convention.
It’s more than just sharing knowledge; it’s about fostering a community, encouraging collaboration, and building meaningful connections that drive the field forward.
Haven’t registered yet? Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with the best in perfusion. Register now for Sanibel Symposium 2025 – we’ll see you there!
