After dedicating eight years to a fulfilling career in acute nursing, my path took an unexpected turn due to a knee injury that brought mobility issues and chronic pain. This challenge pushed me to reassess my life and career aspirations. Following a planned surgery earlier this year, I faced a near-fatal experience with complications that required two additional major surgeries, five weeks in Intensive Care and High Dependency Units, and multiple episodes of sepsis. This harrowing journey underscored the fragility of life and prompted my husband and me to seize the moment.

In our conversations, we had often dreamed of creating something meaningful together. The trials of my recovery ignited a renewed passion, leading us to launch Vanessa Chudyk Beauty Aesthetics. Despite the challenges of healing from multiple surgeries and managing a slow-healing abdominal wound that required regular interventions, I committed to professional development courses in aesthetic treatments and semi-permanent makeup.

Today, I am proud to have gained qualifications across a diverse range of aesthetic services. With my clinical background and my husband Richard’s creativity and expertise, we are ready to embark on this exciting venture. Our experiences have not only shaped my resilience but also fueled my desire to empower others through beauty and self-care. I am eager to embrace this new chapter, transforming challenges into opportunities and providing exceptional care in a field that excites me.