Marine Lorphelin, the former Miss France, has reached a significant milestone, announcing her graduation as Doctor of Medicine on March 12, 2025. After years of dedication and hard work, she successfully defended her thesis at the Faculty of Health of the University Paris-Cité, located in the 6th arrondissement of Paris.
Her thesis, which focused on the prevention and evaluation of athletes, earned her the remarkable mention "très honorable" from the jury. Dr. Victoria Tchaikovski, the jury member and sports doctor, commended Lorphelin for her "enormous work around the prevention and evaluation of athletes," solidifying her groundbreaking contributions to the field.
Upon completion of her thesis defense, Marine was awarded the notable "médaille de bronze", which acknowledges her research’s potential impact on the medical community. This accolade also includes promises for her work to be published in a French scientific journal, encapsulating the significance of her academic endeavor.
Marine’s graduation was not just marked by academic achievement but also by support from friends and family. Following the defense, Lorphelin celebrated this pivotal moment at the Maison Sauvage restaurant, accompanied by several friends, including former Misses from her promotional year, such as Charlotte Mint, Mélinda Paré, and Estelle Sabathier, as well as Sylvie Tellier, the former head of the Miss France pageant.
Her partner, Stanislas Gruau, shared his pride on social media with the heartfelt message, "Très fier de toi et du beau parcours!" (Very proud of you and your beautiful path!), as they posed together celebrating this significant occasion.
Throughout her lengthy academic career, Marine has remained open about her experiences via social media. Reflecting on her student life, she commented, "Que d’émotions et de souvenirs…" (What emotions and memories...) sharing the ups and downs from the night shifts to examinations and internships she successfully navigated.
Following her reign as Miss France, where she enchanted audiences across France, Lorphelin focused on medicine, returning to her studies after the pageant. This dedication stands out as she became the presenter of France 5's health magazine, "Prenez soin de vous!", succeeding medical expert Michel Cymes.
On Instagram, Marine expressed her delight and anticipation for her new chapter with the words, "Ça y est appelez-moi docteure!" (Here it is, call me doctor!), highlighting her eagerness to practice medicine officially.
With 14 years invested since she first entered medical school, Lorphelin's passion for medicine has only grown. Her resilience and determination serve as inspiration for many young women aspiring to balance ambition with personal passion.
Through her public visibility and continued engagement with health matters, including her role as UNICEF ambassador, Marine Lorphelin demonstrates her commitment to making valuable contributions to the medical field and beyond. This graduate will undoubtedly continue to inspire both professionally and personally as she embarks on new adventures as Dr. Marine Lorphelin.