‘I refuse to cave in’: ‘World’s hottest doctor’ hits back at critics

A female doctor dubbed the “world’s hottest” has claimed pretty privilege has worked against her – as people declare she’s too attractive to be successful.

A female doctor dubbed the “world’s hottest” has claimed pretty privilege has worked against her – as people in the medical field declare she’s too attractive to be successful.

Physician and bodybuilder Stacey Naito, who lives in California, knows that she isn’t the type of person patients expect to see when they go for treatment.

But, speaking to The Sun, Dr Naito said she loves to prove doubters wrong – and is fed up with outdated stereotypes.

Stacey Naito, who serves as a medical director at a 'rejuvenation centre' in Los Angeles, competes in bodybuilding competitions. Picture: Instagram

Dr Naito refuses to conceal her incredible looks. Picture: Instagram

“I definitely feel that people pay more attention to me because of my combination of my career as a physician and my involvement in bodybuilding and fitness,” she said.

“Many people seem to think that it isn’t appropriate for a doctor – especially a female – to compete in the bodybuilding world, because that means she must step onstage in a blingy bikini and strut her stuff.

“However, I love bashing stereotypes. I consider the title of ‘world’s hottest doctor’ an incredible honour.

“And yes, I know that people don’t expect doctors to be attractive or sexy, as if being a medical professional and being alluring are mutually exclusive.

“While I don’t consider myself glamorous, I take pride in being a woman, being feminine, and being well put together when it comes to my personal appearance.

'I refuse to cave in to such stereotypical mindsets and am not afraid to fend off the harsh and unkind words of people who are that narrow-minded.' Picture: Instagram

'I have had numerous patients express concern over my appearance, as if being attractive somehow diminishes my credibility as a doctor.' Picture: Instagram

Dr Naito said that “over the years, I have had some frustrating situations arise in which I have been criticised simply for being an attractive woman who is a physician”.

“Back when I was in medical school, a medical resident approached me and said that I didn’t ‘look like a doctor’ because I was pretty and in shape,” she recalled.

“He went on to say that I probably wouldn’t be taken seriously as a doctor because of it.

“I have also had numerous patients express concern over my appearance, as if being attractive somehow diminishes my credibility as a doctor.

“There is a lot of criticism out there against professional people who choose to model, show off their physiques in bikinis or fitness outfits, and otherwise refuse to remain covered up and ultra conservative.

“However, I refuse to cave in to such stereotypical mindsets, and am not afraid to fend off the harsh and unkind words of people who are that narrow-minded.

“The message I always strive to communicate to followers is that ANYONE can live an empowered life, and that by adopting healthy lifestyle habits, they can transform their bodies and their lives.”

This article originally appeared on The Sun and was reproduced with permission