Thomas Exler
About Thomas Exler
Thomas Exler is a Central Sterile Processing Technician with extensive experience in healthcare management and advocacy. He founded Courage to Shine™ and has held various leadership roles in organizations supporting individuals with bladder exstrophy and other health challenges.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Thomas Exler currently serves as a Central Sterile Processing Tech at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, a position he has held since 2015. His role involves ensuring that surgical instruments and equipment are properly sterilized and maintained to support safe medical procedures. Prior to this, he worked in various capacities at the hospital, including as an ISS/Inventory Coordinator from 2002 to 2011 and as a Supervisor in Materials Management from 2011 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Exler has extensive experience in healthcare operations and patient advocacy. His background includes roles that require knowledge of sterile processing, inventory management, and materials management within a hospital setting. Additionally, he has developed expertise in disability advocacy and consulting through his work with various organizations.
Background
Thomas Exler has been actively involved in the healthcare community for several decades. He began his career at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, where he gained valuable experience in materials management and inventory coordination. He has also worked as a Territory Account Manager at CompactCath, focusing on the Greater Pittsburgh Area.
Achievements
Thomas Exler founded Courage to Shine™ in 2010, an initiative aimed at recognizing and inspiring individuals who have overcome congenital genitourinary birth defects and major urological surgeries. He has also played a significant role in the Association for the Bladder Exstrophy Community, serving as Vice President and Past-President, and contributing to its mission for over 30 years. Additionally, he is a Board Member for Jamie's Dream Team, which supports individuals facing serious illnesses.