Rosie Bartel is a widow, mother, grandmother, and an educator. In August of 2009 she underwent a total right knee replacement that developed a MRSA infection. This healthcare acquired infection has led to 58 surgeries, over 200 hospitalizations, 100 blood transfusions, a right leg amputation six inches above the knee, then two years later a total hip amputation with the removal of part of her pelvic bone during another surgery. She also experienced sepsis and septic shock more than fourteen times. As Rosie continues to battle this MRSA infection in her body, she is driven to share her story of survival. She believes in helping others with disabilities find their voices. She uses her story to co-design with medical professionals and researchers, and to advocate for patients and their caregivers.