I'm trying to change my Delta profile from Mr. to Dr. but not sure how to do it and wondered if anyone else has been able to. I know you can't change it online so I called the medallion line and was told I needed to fax or mail in a copy of a government issued ID with Dr. on it.
My Michigan ID does not have a Dr. on it. My passport also does not have it. Has anyone had any success changing this? Should I send them a copy of my diploma?
Isn't it much more fun to just correct anyone who addresses you as Mr. (in a condescending tone). "Excuse me, but that is DOCTOR Stils! Best you not forget that!"
I'm trying to change my Delta profile from Mr. to Dr. but not sure how to do it and wondered if anyone else has been able to. I know you can't change it online so I called the medallion line and was told I needed to fax or mail in a copy of a government issued ID with Dr. on it.
My Michigan ID does not have a Dr. on it. My passport also does not have it. Has anyone had any success changing this? Should I send them a copy of my diploma?
Are you a MD, DDS or something similar and or do you have a PHd? If the latter, Delta FAs may contact you if there's a medical emergency on board and there won't be that much you'll be able to do to help them.
If you frequently travel internationally, especially to Europe, I would suggest trying to change it to Dr. no matter what kind of doctor you are. Otherwise it is not a big deal.
If you frequently travel internationally, especially to Europe, I would suggest trying to change it to Dr. no matter what kind of doctor you are. Otherwise it is not a big deal.
I'm trying to change my Delta profile from Mr. to Dr. but not sure how to do it and wondered if anyone else has been able to. I know you can't change it online so I called the medallion line and was told I needed to fax or mail in a copy of a government issued ID with Dr. on it.
My Michigan ID does not have a Dr. on it. My passport also does not have it. Has anyone had any success changing this? Should I send them a copy of my diploma?
I just did this successfully by faxing a letter I typed up and signed. I found the number under "My Profile" on the Delta web site, 404-773-1945. I really don't remember including anything but my request and signature, but YMMV. Diploma would certainly seal the deal, IMO.
If you are a physician, why would you want to change to a Dr. salutation? As BobH said, you will be identified as a medical provider and will be asked anything and everything related to medicine if any question arises on board. Believe me, they do. Do you really want that responsibility?
I have the opposite issue, I wanted to remove the Dr. but nevertheless, as long as it does not appear on my BP, I'm fine with it. Apparently, my travel agent can change it so that the BP and manifest does not identify me as a "Dr." I think your Michigan physician license is enough unless you are a 'different' doctor -- like a PhD, for instance, or a doctor of divinity, in which case, I think you better send in your diploma! Good luck.
As was mentioned, the respect factor. Having lived in Germany and Austria for a combined 16 years (and not being a Dr.) I did see how they are respected. Problems with your flight? You might get more help than a "kettle", perhaps as much as an elite.
Apparently it is similar in the UK from one of the above posts.
