b'WE KNEW .as we approached our 40sthat it was time to dig into something that would impact others, like us, who were also moving out of their 20s and 30s. While our specialties include womens health, oncology support, acute and chronic musculoskeletal injury, much of our focus now also includes conversation about injury prevention, healthspan and longevity goals so we can help support patients moving along their life-cycle with grace, vitality and optimal functionality.SEVEN POINT WELLNESS Cristina R. de La Mar, L.Ac. & Phil Veneziano, L.Ac.150 Morris Avenue, Suite #305, Springfield917-210-1063 | sevenpointwellness.comVILLAGE DENTAL GROUP Dr. L. Dawn Christian71 Valley Street, Suite 101, South Orange973-761-4800 | southorangedentist.comI KNEW .when the hospital where I practiced closedthat I would never work for anyone again but myself. It was a cue to open my own practice, first in the evenings as I built up a clientele and then full time when my present office became available. That was 25 years ago and while practicing a career that brings together all the things I loveart, science and healthI also learned how to run a business. Whats more, Im proud to have followed my father and uncle in the profession.THE CORE PLACEClaudia Aarts-Schreiber 178 Maplewood Avenue, Maplewood973-996-2063 | thecoreplace.comI KNEW .halfway into the pandemicthat I wanted to shift my business to better serve my community. Many people had become sedentary and I wanted to meet them wherever they were in their fitness journey. My goal was to create a space to accommodate an array of levels so people can work at their own pace, be it to improve their overall fitness or to focus on particular injuries. Our Pilates studio provides one-on-one personalized training and a variety of group classes. Having experienced the physical changes from two pregnancies, I also offer postpartum sessions and classes.my path /21'