In this powerful and insightful episode of UroNurse News, host Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, sits down with Thomas Exler, Vice-President of The Association for the Bladder Exstrophy Community (A-BE-C) and a patient living with bladder exstrophy, to discuss life with this rare congenital condition.

Thomas opens up about his personal journey, challenges, and triumphs living with bladder exstrophy — from childhood through adulthood — and how advocacy, education, and community support play a vital role for patients and families affected by this condition.

You’ll learn about:
✅ What bladder exstrophy is and how it impacts patients
✅ Advances in surgical management and patient care
✅ The importance of building a strong community for patients and caregivers
✅ How advocacy organizations like A-BE-C are improving outcomes worldwide

Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, clinician, or simply someone interested in rare urologic conditions, this conversation sheds light on the realities and the hope for those living with bladder exstrophy.

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