She received her M.D. from UT Health Science Center in San Antonio, and her B.A. from Rice University in Houston, where she also played on the Varsity Volleyball Team. Michelle earned her IFBB Figure Pro Card in September 2008 at Team Universe in New York City and made her pro debut at the Sacramento Pro in November. Look for her to make strong showings in her home state of Texas at the Europa Supershow and Houston Pro in 2009.