SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Nii and Renée return from their Disney vacation to discuss Money Trap #5. This conversation is about what physicians, at every level, should be spending their money on. They also discuss the perceived notion that all doctors are millionaires and the reality and implications of overspending. Things to expect in this episode: Nii and Renée talk about their hella expensive Disney vacation The perception that all ...
Apr 15, 2025•43 min
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Your dreams of becoming a doctor don't come with an expiration date, but they do require careful planning and strategy especially for non-traditional students. In this episode we advise a listener who is interested in getting into med school on the steps she can take to increase her chances of being admitted. She is a non traditional student who graduated more than 10 years ago with a psychology degree. FREE D...
Apr 08, 2025•10 min•Ep. 456
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Join us for an insightful and fun conversation as we answer a listener's question on becoming a better candidate before applying to med school, even with a low GPA. We discuss what it truly takes to pursue medical school as a non-traditional student and why having a master's degree doesn't automatically strengthen medical school applications. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - http...
Apr 08, 2025•19 min•Ep. 456
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We discuss whether Dr. Nii has what it takes to achieve his fitness goals of breaking 20 Minutes in a 5K Race and also benching 250 pounds. We then relate it to taking the MCAT's and studying in med school. Whether you're a pre-med student or a medical trainee this episode delivers a powerful message that you never start where you want to finish. Success requires honest baseline assessment, structured improvem...
Apr 08, 2025•20 min•Ep. 456
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Work-life balance in medicine isn't about finding time away from work. It's about knowing what works for you. Satisfaction in medicine often comes down to finding the practice style that matches your preferences. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locums LINKS MENTIONED Q&A and Suggestions Form - https://forms.clickup.com/9010110...
Apr 04, 2025•16 min•Ep. 455
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Drawing from our combined experiences, we tackle a question from our longtime listener Jamar, on which medical specialties truly allow physicians to leave their work at work, maintaining boundaries between professional and personal lives? Listen now to gain perspective on which paths might give you the best chance. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-consi...
Apr 04, 2025•13 min•Ep. 455
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Bullying during residency has become normalized through what Dr. Bilbrew calls a "trauma response," where attending physicians justify harsh treatment with the familiar refrain: "I survived, so you should too." Dr. Bilbrew then shares powerful strategies for handling bullying in medical residency while preserving your dignity and mental health. Have you or someone you know experienced bullying in residency? We...
Apr 01, 2025•22 min•Ep. 454
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! When facing a bully in medicine, your strongest defense is competence. Identifying problematic programs before committing to them is very important. If you've ever faced professional intimidation or worry about encountering it in your medical career, this discussion offers practical wisdom on how to navigate these challenges while preserving both your professional standing and personal identity. We discuss: 00...
Apr 01, 2025•20 min•Ep. 454
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! The transition to residency brings excitement and new challenges but it also introduces the harsh reality of bullying in medical training. We explore strategies to identify, address, and overcome mistreatment during residency with our guest, Dr. Lattisha Bilbrew. She shares her experiences with bullying as the second Black woman in the history of her orthopedic surgical training program. We discuss: 00:00 Intr...
Apr 01, 2025•18 min•Ep. 454
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We analyze public reaction to news of a urologist testing positive for cocaine while performing surgeries. The social media comments revealed a plot twist with most of the public claiming that substance abuse is commonplace among medical professionals. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locums LINKS MENTIONED Q&A and Suggestions ...
Mar 25, 2025•10 min•Ep. 453
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We explore the puzzling behavior of patients who seek hospital care yet refuse recommended treatments. This fascinating contradiction guides our conversation, sparked by a viral video of a mother who brought her child to the hospital but proudly announced her refusal of prescribed medication. Have y’all ever encountered Anti-Science & Anti-Modern Medicine Patients? FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before S...
Mar 25, 2025•21 min•Ep. 453
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Dr. Nii shares his experience conquering a Spartan 5K Race with his boys. From the mud pits, rope climbs, among many other activities. He also shares his fitness goals for this year. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locums LINKS MENTIONED Q&A and Suggestions Form - https://forms.clickup.com/9010110533/f/8cgpr25-4614/PEBFZN5LA6F...
Mar 25, 2025•8 min•Ep. 453
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Ever wondered what it's like to step off the beaten path and start your own locum tenens agency? We're two locums doctors who did just that, and we're here to share our unique journey. Answering the questions of 2 ER docs who want to start their own agency, we discuss our adventure from leaving permanent jobs, to setting up our physician-run agency, to the gratifying process of achieving seven-figure revenue. ...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 5 min
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! The weight of medical school debt can feel overwhelming. When navigating student loan repayment in an uncertain political landscape, the big question is, should you pursue Public Service Loan Forgiveness or aggressively pay down debt? By understanding your complete debt profile, exploring all available options, and creating a personalized strategy aligned with your priorities, you transform overwhelming obliga...
Mar 14, 2025•19 min•Ep. 452
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We unpack the journey to financial freedom for physicians, discussing how developing good money mindsets and financial habits can lead to extraordinary debt payoff success later in your career. No one will ever care more about your money than you do, so start caring today because whatever habits and behaviors you develop today have compounding interest. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Te...
Mar 13, 2025•23 min•Ep. 452
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Taking control of your financial future sometimes means going against conventional wisdom. Dr. Brittne's story of paying off $138,000 in student loan debt in less than three years proves that physicians don't have to remain shackled to debt for decades. With the right strategy, financial freedom is within reach much sooner than most imagine. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https...
Mar 12, 2025•14 min•Ep. 452
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Dr. Brittne Halford, co-host of Wealth-Minded MD podcast, joins us at Docs Outside the Box Podcast to reveal how she paid off $138,000 in student loan debt in less than three years while still traveling and investing. We also share our story on how we paid off $662k of student loan debt in 3 years. For physicians struggling with student loan repayment, tune in to learn how to take control of your financial des...
Mar 11, 2025•55 min•Ep. 452
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Choosing between two medical specialties when one means potentially giving up a vital part of your identity is not easy. A question from a medical student torn between general surgery and emergency medicine, launches us into a discussion of what it truly means to find fulfillment in medicine without sacrificing who you are. Listen now to join this fun conversation about maintaining authenticity in medicine and...
Mar 10, 2025•46 min•Ep. 451
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We unpack the emotional and psychological impact of residency training on medical professionals. From the undeniable stress that comes with this phase to how it can transform personal interactions and overall well-being. Join us as we share our real-life stories from when we were residents and the challenges we faced. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-co...
Mar 07, 2025•25 min•Ep. 450
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We explore the potential impact of upcoming budget cuts on student loan forgiveness programs, such as PSLF, and examine personal experiences surrounding student debt in the healthcare sector. We also discuss why everyone should have a plan B and prepare for your financial future amidst uncertainty. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-...
Mar 06, 2025•20 min•Ep. 450
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! As healthcare providers, the burden of delivering bad news often leads to traumatic experiences, both for patients and practitioners alike. We discuss a recent case of a man who, in his grief over losing his wife, turned to violence at UPMC memorial hospital. As an OBGYN and a trauma surgeon, we point out the pressure we bear when delivering devastating news. Listen to our reflections on the matter here at doc...
Mar 05, 2025•15 min•Ep. 450
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We break down a shocking incident where a gunman held ICU staff hostage at UPMC Memorial hospital, killing a police officer and injuring five other people. Then, we dive into the GOP’s potential cuts to student loan forgiveness for 4.8 million healthcare professionals and what it could mean. Lastly, we get real about the mental toll of residency, the intense stress, and how it reshaped our personalities. We sh...
Mar 04, 2025•59 min•Ep. 450
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Unlock the secrets to a successful medical career with insights from Drs. Love and Uchenna Anani, esteemed Howard University College of Medicine alumni. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for budding medical professionals, shining a light on the importance of self-awareness, adaptability, and mentorship in navigating the winding road to residency. Dr. Uchenna Anani, an assistant program director in a p...
Feb 25, 2025•55 min
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We explore a case where Dr. Elisabeth Potter, a surgeon , decided to pause a surgery to respond to a phone call from UnitedHealthcare. Dr. Potter took to social media to express her frustration and later clarified in a follow-up post that there was a second surgeon in the operating room with her, who watched over the patient as she took the phone call. UnitedHealthcare have denied Potter's claim that she was f...
Feb 24, 2025•26 min•Ep. 448
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! On this episode of “What y’all say Friday” , we start off by sharing what it’s like to juggle medicine and parenthood. We actually recorded this episode during our first child-free vacation since our honeymoon. We then answer questions from our listeners on whether our locum tenens business is incorporated as an S-Corporation or LLC. We shed light on the differences between LLCs, S-Corps, and C-Corps. Tune in ...
Feb 21, 2025•31 min•Ep. 449
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Since stepping back into office in 2025, President Trump has made moves against the Affordable Care Act (ACA). On day one, he signed an executive order reversing policies designed to strengthen Medicaid and expand healthcare access, setting the stage for major changes. Now, his administration is pushing for massive Medicaid funding cuts ($2.3 trillion over the next decade) which could leave millions of America...
Feb 20, 2025•24 min•Ep. 448
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We're breaking down Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl 2025 halftime performance featuring surprise appearances by SZA and Serena Williams. Let’s just say it gave us a lot to talk about! Nii’s giving it a B+, but overall, we both enjoyed the show and its theme. A lot of people thought Kendrick wouldn’t perform "Not Like Us," but he proved everyone wrong. And then there’s Bomani Jones, who thought Beyoncé would’ve bee...
Feb 19, 2025•7 min•Ep. 448
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We start by giving our views on Kendrick Lamar's 2025 Super Bowl performance. We then talk about how decisions from the Trump administration may affect healthcare costs by destabilizing the market, making insurance increasingly unaffordable for self-employed individuals and entrepreneurs. To wrap up we discuss Dr. Elisabeth Potter who left the OR to take a call from UnitedHealthcare insurance. Timeline 00:00 I...
Feb 18, 2025•57 min•Ep. 448
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We tackle the pressing issue of physician shortages and the disconnect between medical school admissions and residency spots. We also discuss why using APPs like Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) in place of physicians does not work in the long run. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locums LINKS MENTIONED Q&am...
Feb 17, 2025•11 min•Ep. 446
SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We love hearing from our listeners and so on this episode of "What y'all say Friday" we are answering two questions that were sent to us. Join us as we explore shadowing as a pre-med student and also the struggle of specialty selection in medical school which can be overwhelming. Through stories and personal insights, we discuss the importance of exploring various specialties and different shadowing experience...
Feb 14, 2025•40 min•Ep. 447
