SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! The docs break down the process of getting your first locums gig. They share their own experiences of learning about locums for the first time and having to navigate through before locums was all the rave. Things to expect in this episode: The surprising person who first mentioned locums to Dr. Renée How many locums companies you’re allowed to work with simultaneously The different ways that a locums interview...
Oct 13, 2023•39 min•Ep. 383
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! The docs get a question from a 4th-year surgery resident about how to take journaling about his experiences as a resident to the next step and start sharing his content with the public. Then they dive into accomplished Harvard surgeon Dr. Carrie Cunnigham’s speech announcing that she struggles with substance abuse. Things to expect in this episode: Find out what Usher and Dr. Nii have in common Ways to jumpsta...
Oct 09, 2023•49 min•Ep. 382
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We love audience questions! 2 ER doctors who want to quit their jobs and start working locums wrote in to find out the blueprint to starting their own locums company. There’s a lot to cover with this subject. So much so that we decided to answer this question over several episodes. For the next six weeks, every Friday we'll answer aspects of this question. Every medical professional should listen in. Things to...
Oct 06, 2023•36 min•Ep. 381
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In this fun episode, Dr. Nii and Dr. Renée chop it up about some IG reels that are trending. Things to expect in this episode: Philippines nursing school hack to avoid student loans Mother causes her children stress by taking them through a personal finance exercise Nurse shares her cautionary message about dating doctors and why dating a dentist is preferable. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE! Join our community...
Oct 02, 2023•40 min•Ep. 380
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In this episode, Drs. Nii & Renee discuss: Is there a Deion Sanders-like person in medicine? Coco Gauff wins the US Open vs the long journey of becoming a doctor Dr. Qaali Hussein’s video on fitting into medicine Physician Burnout & Depression Report by Medscape discussion Catching up with Dr. Steven Bradley, Host of The Black Doctor’s Podcast . Dr. Steven Bradley IG: @stevenbradleymd WATCH THIS EPISOD...
Sep 25, 2023•53 min•Ep. 379
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! On this episode, Dr. Renee and Nii talk Origins of Docs Outside the Box Podcast Did you get into medicine to be broke? Biggest a-ha moments over the last 10 years of practice Dr. Renee realized how hard it was to focus on marriage vs her career aspirations. Dr. Nii talks about the hardest part of medicine Docs Outside the Box Podcast is about lifestyle WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE! Join our community Text wor...
Sep 18, 2023•36 min•Ep. 378
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In this episode, you’ll get a reintroduction to Dr. Nii Darko. We’re talking about everything from growing up in New York City, finding out when he wanted to be a doctor, applying to medical school twice, and his life as a locum tenens trauma surgeon. Things to expect in this episode: Getting rejected from medical schools and the plan to reapply Doing General Surgery residency with Morehouse at Grady Memorial ...
Sep 11, 2023•34 min•Ep. 377
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Nii is joined by Eric McGlothen, CPA and CEO of Eric McGlothen, LLC, to kick off a special tax series for doctors looking to save on taxes and build wealth. Eric brings over 20 years of experience to a conversation focused on teaching physicians and other high-earning professionals how to give less of their money to the IRS and government. This show is for those going into side hustles, real estate, who are in...
Sep 04, 2023•18 min•Ep. 376
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! While we’re in Ghana for the month of August, we didn’t want to leave you hanging so we will be running replay episodes of our top listened to episodes in the past year with a few new tidbits thrown in. In this episode, Nii and Renée are sharing some money traps that doctors fall into with Money Trap #3: Doctors not negotiating their worth and not maximizing or diversifying their income. Things to expect in th...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 375
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! While we’re in Ghana for the month of August, we didn’t want to leave you hanging so we will be running replay episodes of our top listened to episodes in the past year with a few new tidbits thrown in. We’ve officially completed our medical mission and are now taking the next week to spend time with family in Ghana before heading back to the States. We’ve really enjoyed having our kids here with us for this t...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 374
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! While we’re in Ghana for the month of August, we didn’t want to leave you hanging so we will be running replay episodes of our top listened to episodes in the past year with a few new tidbits thrown in. Before we dive into the episode, Dr. Nii gives everyone a behind the scenes look at what’s currently happening on their medical mission in Ghana so make sure to tune in. Julien and Kiersten Saunders are on toda...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 373
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! While we’re in Ghana for the month of August, we didn’t want to leave you hanging so we will be running replay episodes of our top listened to episodes in the past year with a few new tidbits thrown in. If you could see your life as a series of time slots, how would you fill each one? Listen in as Nii talks to Jordan Grumet, MD (a.k.a. Doc G and host of the Earn and Invest podcast) about his new book Taking St...
Aug 07, 2023•46 min•Ep. 372
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In today’s episode, we discuss the exact steps we took to make our vacation to Ghana a tax write off. We also dive into some common things you can expense in your business to decrease your tax burden, tax deductible travel expenses, health insurance and pregnancy, and so much more. In this episode: [02:22] Keeping up with the Darkos segment [07:10] How our Ghana trip is 100% tax deductible [09:50] What the Dar...
Jul 31, 2023•58 min
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In today’s episode, we discuss several listener questions like “am I too old for medical school” and how to manage personal struggles alongside medical training. In this episode, we discuss: [00:50] Keeping up with the Darkos segment [09:17] Question: Am I too old for medical school? [29:01] What is Medeq? [30:03] Question: How do we manage our personal struggles alongside our medical training? ▶️ WATCH THIS E...
Jul 24, 2023•50 min
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In today’s episode, we discuss the recent Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action and how we think it will impact medical school admission going forward. In this episode: [02:47] Keeping up with the Darkos segment [16:50] The recent Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action [18:20] Dr. Renee’s thoughts on the recent ruling [22:44] Reasons for low diversity numbers in medical school [27:14] A deeper look in...
Jul 17, 2023•54 min
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Considering going from a traditional W2 employee to a locum tenens gig? In this episode, we’re dishing the ins and outs of what it’s like to be a locums doctor - both the good and the bad. In this episode: [02:10] Logistics of pursuing locum tenens vs. W2 employment [04:14] Dr. Nii’s experience working as a locum tenens doctor [12:09] Cons of locum tenens work [15:29] Dr. Derrick’s transition from traditional ...
Jul 10, 2023•48 min•Ep. 368
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In this episode, we’re talking about the slap heard around ACOG and diving into if violence like this is ever really justified and when is the right time to discuss these issues. We also address an article from our good friend over at Physicians on Fire about the Top 5 Reasons Not to Retire Early and why you’re actually leaving millions on the table if you decide to retire early. Press play and tune in to this...
Jul 03, 2023•54 min
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In this episode, we address doctor’s student loan debt and if the public should care or not in addition to answering two listener submitted questions about pursuing an MBA while in med school and bullying in residency. In this episode: [03:51] Keeping up with the Darkos segment [13:01] Student loan debt from college, med school, and beyond [16:29] Should the public care about doctors’ student loan debt? [21:10...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 2 min
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! This week we’re covering some topics we’ve seen circulating on the Internet the past couple weeks like Dave Ramsey’s lawsuit, DJ Envy’s partnership with Cesar Piña, and so much more. In this episode: [0:34] Juneteenth commemoration [03:47] Current happenings for the Darkos [02:16] Dave Ramsey being sued for $150 million [06:14] DJ Envy and business partner Cesar Piña deny scamming real estate clients out of mi...
Jun 19, 2023•55 min
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Trigger Warning: If you are experiencing thoughts of harming yourself, please call 988 or text the word TALK to 741741 Crisis Helpline which are open 24/7. In this episode, we discuss the unfortunate passing of Dr. Nakita Mortimer, the effects of residency on mental health, and so much more. In this episode, we discuss: [04:00] Dr. Nakita Mortimer’s unfortunate passing [06:56] The effects of residency on menta...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 364
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! On the verge of graduating from med school and want to get your finances in order from the get go? Tune into today’s episode to learn our top 6 money tips for making your money work for you not just after graduation but for the rest of your life. In this episode, we discuss: [3:37] Elmhurst Hospital strike update [5:31] The inspiration behind this episode [9:58] Make sure you’re aware of the stipulations behin...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 363
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In this episode, we’re diving into your questions about dating while in residency and quitting med school if it’s no longer your passion. In this episode, we discuss: [3:21] Elmhurst Doctors Strike [9:08] Listener question: How should I bring up having to move to another region of the US for residency? [28:34] Listener question: I’m not enjoying medicine. Should I keep going with med school or quit? ▶️ WATCH T...
May 30, 2023•58 min•Ep. 362
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Dr. Nii reviews the popular book - So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion In The Quest For Work You Love . Authored by Cal Newport in 2012, this book has sold way over 1 million copies. The basic tenets of this book are: 1. The idea of “finding your passion” to find a fulfilling career is flawed 2. Focus on developing valuable skills to become an expert in your field 3. The passion & fulfi...
May 22, 2023•45 min•Ep. 361
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Dr. Renée finally reveals where she wants to work for her next locum assignment. What will be Dr. Nii’s reaction, and how will her decision impact the family? Will they get to stay put? Will they have to move across the globe? This is the last part of Episode 1 of Doctors for Hire, Dr. Renée’s Locum Story. Things to expect in this episode: How a locum assignment can impact a significant other and family The un...
May 15, 2023•15 min•Ep. 360
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! The docs read comments from social media on the question of the week about side hustles in residency. Dr. Nii uses ChatGPT to put together a nice list for all the residents listening out there. Then they delve into the impending resident strike at 3 major NYC hospitals. Residents voted to strike and will do so starting May 15 if their grievances aren’t addressed to their satisfaction. Things to expect in this ...
May 11, 2023•41 min•Ep. 359
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Previously on Doctors for Hire, Dr. Renée talked with 3 locum recruiters to gauge her options. Today, she narrows down the possibilities of her next locum assignment to 3 VERY different locations. Will she go the practical route so as not to uproot the entire family? Or will she go for it and send the Darko family packing? Things to expect in this episode: There are a number of locations to do locum tenens Loc...
May 08, 2023•9 min•Ep. 358
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Drs. Nii and Renée do a semi-ok job at explaining the difference between 1099 independent contracting and W2 employment. Dr. Renée runs down the ways in which we give up control of our careers to others. Then the docs meet long-standing listener, Jamar Cromwell, to give him advice as a non-traditional pre-med. Things you'll learn in this episode: The difference between 1099 and W2 How to take control over your...
May 04, 2023•59 min•Ep. 357
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Previously on Doctors for Hire, Dr. Nii was not ready for Dr. Renée’s announcement about wanting to work internationally. In this episode, Dr. Renée starts the new job process by talking to locum tenens recruiters, including an agency that places doctors in countries like Australia, New Zealand, the Caribbean, and even on cruise ships! Then Dr. Renée does a quick breakdown of how any doctor can get started wit...
May 01, 2023•15 min•Ep. 356
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Dr. Nii is salty about having to pay a $40,000 tax payment. Dr. Renée is back from her locum assignment, and the docs run down how being entrepreneurs allows them to give themselves a raise. Then the docs chat it up about Dr, Renée's time at the SNMA national conference and if in-person conferences are still necessary. 💡 What you will learn in this episode: How locums docs decide what schedules they prefer to...
Apr 27, 2023•41 min•Ep. 355
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Introducing our reality video series, Doctors for Hire! Episode 1 Part 1- What happens when Dr. Renée tells her husband, Dr. Nii, that she wants to look for a new place to practice? Will Dr. Renée venture too far outside the box? The couple must confront what this move means for their marriage and their two small children. For a great visual experience... WATCH THIS EPISODE (PART 1) ON YOUTUBE ! Can't wait to ...
Apr 24, 2023•12 min•Ep. 354
