time off to model

[MedChic]

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seriously though, where are those pics?

haha sorry lobsterMD and those who asked, no pics esp. after being pounced on by some of you. Maybe when i get into med school i will add to the picture thread ....you're gonna have to take my word for it for now 😉

breck - yes, this is exactly why i posted: to view attitudes of various people passionate about this field. I have to say that I find it ironic that those who are considered most intelligent sometimes can have such tunnel vision (some subjective negative comments right of the bat). But we're all human, led by emotion...Perhaps, this is why I refrain from disclosing this to anyone too often.

As for why I didn't continue with it? Well it's true: you are objectified and criticized on a continuous basis. You become paranoid about getting older. You are surrounded by 2 faced people who are only concerned with what is on the outside. There is no human connection. People call you darling but snicker behind your back. It's a fake world, but without it people would not be so into buying new products, spending money and wanting something that does not really exist which perpetuates the cycle, and heck, money makes the world go round in some people's eyes. Some people fit in, some don't. My personality just didn't mesh in that I don't know how to be happy surrounded by superficial smiles.

kevster - that show made me so happy when it started! Izzy was my instant hero 😀

nibrocli - i looked for those threads. exene doesn't seem to post anymore. ALthough i did read some threads of posters asking about her and she seemed to have disappeared from the board due to negative comments

Again to those with valuble input thanks for the open-minded responses. You guys are gonna be awesome docs because you will take time to listen and understand your patients before jumping to conclusions.

As for the application process, June 1st is around the corner hence the timing of my post. I haven't taken the MCAT yet (August!),and am finishing pre-reqs in the summer, but my premed advisor gave me the option of filling it out early and sending grades/scores in as they come.

So I've decided that I won't put anything on the actual application about the modeling, but I will address it honestly if asked at interviews.

 

[Nutmeg1621]

So I've decided that I won't put anything on the actual application about the modeling, but I will address it honestly if asked at interviews.

I think that you made a wise choice. Good Luck!

 

[Jacks Mannequin]

So I've decided that I won't put anything on the actual application about the modeling, but I will address it honestly if asked at interviews.

Wait, why not?

 

[Hercules022]

So I've decided that I won't put anything on the actual application about the modeling, but I will address it honestly if asked at interviews.

Centinnel was right on target when he said "Modeling = different, and different = good"

Unless you have other really unique EC's or jobs, I'd include it. Playing it safe and sticking with the generic EC"s (research, volunteering at a hospital or clinic, etc.) just makes your app blend in with the 5k other apps the schools receive

 

[texmex2]

I did a little "escorting," and mentioned it briefly in one of my U.S. interviews. Bad idea.

 

[72531]

I did a little "escorting," and mentioned it briefly in one of my U.S. interviews. Bad idea.

Is that really comparable? I don't think I would have ever mentioned that.

 

[texmex2]

Is that really comparable? I don't think I would have ever mentioned that.

I thought it might "set me apart from the others." It seemed to light up one of the middle-aged PhD geeks who was interviewing me. Actually, I think if I had accepted his invitation to lunch after the interview I might have been accepted...

 

[pattayapus]

As for why I didn't continue with it? Well it's true: you are objectified and criticized on a continuous basis. You become paranoid about getting older. You are surrounded by 2 faced people who are only concerned with what is on the outside. There is no human connection. People call you darling but snicker behind your back. It's a fake world, but without it people would not be so into buying new products, spending money and wanting something that does not really exist which perpetuates the cycle, and heck, money makes the world go round in some people's eyes. Some people fit in, some don't. My personality just didn't mesh in that I don't know how to be happy surrounded by superficial smiles.

MedChic, I have no clue what it's like in the modelling world, and I'm sure everyone's experience is a bit different, but I've always hated the assumption that all models are superficial or stupid or self-centered. I imagine it must be extremely hard work, like someone mentioned...the pressure and the self-examination must be insane. I know you're probably tired of people responding to this thread by now, but I really want to say: Don't feel like this is something you have to defend! It's ridiculous! You should be proud of yourself, and if you've ever met any people in modeling who are good people worth admiring and worth defending (I hope you have), then defend them! This is your chance to be righteously angry. 😉 As for the application, I understand if you don't want to write about it in your personal statement, because there may have been another experience that's had a greater, more inspirational impact on your life, but if you enjoyed this at all or feel it was worth the time, can you write about it in your activities section? Seriously, I think it would be fine, if not a benefit. People will easily be able to tell from the rest of your app and from talking to you that you're not a ditz--I could tell just from reading ur very first post in this thread.

I wish you all the best, and--yes--Izzie is a goddess! She's passionate and I love her! (I cried in the season finale.)

 

[MediMama23]

I thought it might "set me apart from the others." It seemed to light up one of the middle-aged PhD geeks who was interviewing me. Actually, I think if I had accepted his invitation to lunch after the interview I might have been accepted...

Troll.

And if not, then you were seriously on something reeeeeal nice. I want in!

 

[Mister Pie]

Troll.

And if not, then you were seriously on something reeeeeal nice. I want in!

I don't think it's "troll" so much as it is "joker".

 

[dbhvt]

Is that really comparable? I don't think I would have ever mentioned that.

I 😍 SDN.

 

[juiceman311]

I don't know **** about med schools, but why the hell not list it? I think your reasoning that they'll stereotype you is probably not wholly true. Even if at first they're like HAHA DUMB BLONDE, they'll have no reason to think so after seeing your application (I'm assuming you're not a *******). I model too. I'm AWESOME. MAC IS MY BABYDADDY

 

[juiceman311]

I did a little "escorting," and mentioned it briefly in one of my U.S. interviews. Bad idea.

You're probably really ****ing ugly.

 

[juiceman311]

You're probably really ****ing ugly.

and fat.

 

[Gabby]

MedChic, I, for one, don't buy that no one respects models. Yes, some people stereotype them, but those are the ignorant ones who don't get to know people before making assumptions.

I had a friend who paid her entire undergraduate degree by competing in scholarships pageants. Some people made fun of her, but she graduated from an Ivy League school debt-free and still had enough money left over (she placed in the top five at nationals) to pursue a graduate degree, so she went to a top 10 law school and, again, graduated debt-free, at the top of her class, by the way. She's now working as an assistant prosecutor in one of the largest cities in the U.S. and she aspires to be on the Supreme Court some day.

Until you've walked a mile in someone else's shoes...

 

[Medicineman20]

Medchic,

I ask this same question to my medical advisor. While taking time off is ok. Medical schools need proof that you can handle the academic rigorous study in medicine. Hence retaining full time status is vital. Out of curiousity have you engage in any research projects?? Most medical schools require research projects during the student's undergraduate coarsework. 😀

 

[MedChic]

Wait, why not?

Probably because I would like to be invited to interviews based solely on the adcoms thinking that I may someday be a good doctor, due to activities related to the medical field and research, and not because the modeling thing sparks an interest. It's a part of me, but a fraction, not who I really am. Plus, I would want them to get to know me first if invited to an interview without preconceived notions.


Pattayapus - It's funny because you would think modeling would be something I would not have to obscure, but more often than not it makes my life so much easier not to mention it. People, esp. women, aren't always warmed up to this idea. And yes, there are nice girls in the industry, but they don't last long. There are a lot of sharks out there!
Can you believe Izzy quit???? 😱

medicineman - 👍 yes, i have done research, mainly as a volunteer RA though

 

[runion]

Today's NY Times mag section, on the last page, has a wonderful short essay about a Standford undergraduate's nude modeling experience...beautifully written and reflective. She talks about her self-criticism and how she felt as "an object measured against impossible standards". If you are a really creative writer, I think you could even incorporate your experience into a PS.

 

[velo]

So I've decided that I won't put anything on the actual application about the modeling, but I will address it honestly if asked at interviews.

I think that's a good call. You need look no further than this thread to see that not everybody is going to view it as a positive.

If you get an old-fart doc who's still getting used to the idea of women in medicine on an adcom or as your interviewer--the whole "modeling" thing might rub him the wrong way.

Not explicitly saying it in your application gives you the ability to feel out your interviewer and devulge that information only if you think it will help you.

Good call

 

[Gabby]

Medchic,

Most medical schools require research projects during the student's undergraduate coarsework. 😀

Where did you see that? I've researched at least 50 schools and none of them "require" research. I'm sure it'll help your application, but I haven't read the word "require" anywhere. Can you tell me where I can find that?

 

[Jacks Mannequin]

Probably because I would like to be invited to interviews based solely on the adcoms thinking that I may someday be a good doctor, due to activities related to the medical field and research, and not because the modeling thing sparks an interest. It's a part of me, but a fraction, not who I really am. Plus, I would want them to get to know me first if invited to an interview without preconceived notions.

Yeah, but it just shows that you're normal and interested in other things besides just medicine and research. I have plenty of EC's that have nothing to do with medicine or science; I did them just because I wanted to. I doubt any adcom would look down upon on it or develop any preconceived notions. If they did judge based on that, would you want to goto that kind of school anyways?

 

[dbhvt]

If they did judge based on that, would you want to goto that kind of school anyways?

This kind of reasoning works for a job where you interview with the person who will be your direct supervisor. It does not work for medical school admissions.

 

[Jacks Mannequin]

This kind of reasoning works for a job where you interview with the person who will be your direct supervisor. It does not work for medical school admissions.

Why not? The same adcoms will choose the rest of the students. If they judged based on a something like modeling, what else would they be judgmental about? Just imagine the student body...

 

[MediMama23]

Why not? The same adcoms will choose the rest of the students. If they judged based on a something like modeling, what else would they be judgmental about? Just imagine the student body...

Beggars can't be choosers in this process. Imagine if every adcom were to judge based on something like modeling. The OP would be SOL.

 

[UNCbballfan]

I haven't had time to actually read every post on this thread, but I'll add my two cents worth. I think it's a great talent and you should definitely mention it in the interview. In my opinion, being attractive (meaning well structured bones, skin, etc) is just as much of a positive trait/talent as being born with musical ability (meaning excellent hand/eye coordination, etc) or being born incredibly smart (meaning a well structured brain). Be proud to be hot...you've got it all if you're doing this and becoming a physician. Brains, looks and all! Don't be ashamed of it...the interviewers will be interested. Good luck!

 

[Doctor&Geek]

I haven't had time to actually read every post on this thread, but I'll add my two cents worth. I think it's a great talent and you should definitely mention it in the interview. In my opinion, being attractive (meaning well structured bones, skin, etc) is just as much of a positive trait/talent as being born with musical ability (meaning excellent hand/eye coordination, etc) or being born incredibly smart (meaning a well structured brain). Be proud to be hot...you've got it all if you're doing this and becoming a physician. Brains, looks and all! Don't be ashamed of it...the interviewers will be interested. Good luck!

That's the most ridiculous pile of ____ I've heard in this thread.

How is looking good going to help you at all to be a doctor?

Ridiculous.

 

[narc]

That's the most ridiculous pile of ____ I've heard in this thread.

How is looking good going to help you at all to be a doctor?

Ridiculous.

Only an ugly piece of Sh$% would say something like that

 

[Pewl]

Seriously, this thread is useless without pics. =D

 

[narc]

Seriously, this thread is useless without pics. =D

No kidding. Honestly, this thread should have been locked 3 pages ago. 🙄

 

[infiniti]

Hey Medchic, I have tried to stay away from this topic as I thought only you can decide what you will or will not include in your application.

In a profession (considered to be very serious) like medicine, models are often (sometimes unjustly) viewed as immature, materialistic .....(you get the point) sort of people. Mentioning modeling automatically raises a flag.

If your application CLEARLY shows that you are a smart, well rounded and compassionate person, Your experiencing as a model (if you include, should be stated with a positive spin) will just be something that makes you more diverse and interesting.

The opposite is however more brutal. If you are a borderline applicant (stats wise, EC wise and personality wise), the mention of modeling will negatively affect your application. It is worth remembering that medicine is a very conservative (not necessarily in the political sense) field and stereotypical models aren't exactly expected to become mother Theresas.

You know yourself, what sort of applicant you are, and should have a vague idea of how people generally percieve you. If you think adding the modeling thing will help you, by all means include it. If you have any doubts, forget it.

Good luck!

 

[Doctor&Geek]

Only an ugly piece of Sh$% would say something like that

Not really. Lookin' good as a doctor only inspires hard-ons and wet vajay-jays.

On the other hand, I'd like to ask the OP for her phone number. Maybe we'll hit it off!

 

[Igni Fera]

If your application CLEARLY shows that you are a smart, well rounded and compassionate person, Your experiencing as a model (if you include, should be stated with a positive spin) will just be something that makes you more diverse and interesting.

I agree. On top of that, I think that using what you've got to its fullest advantage just shows your willingness and capability to make use of the opportunities life presents you...how's that for positive spin? 😉

Really, though, it seems that a sentence or two about this in an app overflowing with other activities (volunteer, research, clinical, sports, etc) besides modelling will show it for exactly what it was...one of many things about you, not the only thing that defines you.