Docs Outside The Box - Ordinary Doctors Doing Extraordinary Things

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!We examine the complex relationship between doctors, insurance companies, and patients, unpacking the implications of financial incentives on medical diagnoses. We also discuss various topics, including the potential conflicts of interest, the necessity of follow-ups, and the evolving landscape of healthcare in the context of trust and ethical practices.FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsLINKS MENTIONED Doctors getting paid more to make patients sicker - https://worldstar.com/videos/wshh5r7d2HTY26T0lHa1/we-all-get-paid-more-if-we-make-you-sicker-doctor-claims-doctors-lie-and-break-their-oath-constantlyQ&A and Suggestions Form - https://forms.clickup.com/9010110533/f/8cgpr25-4614/PEBFZN5LA6FKEIXTWFSIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Have a question for the podcast?Text us at 833-230-2860Twitter: @drniidarkoInstagram

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Could locum work be the key to a balanced life for physicians and even medical students looking for a lifestyle overhaul? From purchasing health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace to navigating retirement options like IRAs and SEP plans, we unpack the intricacies of life as an independent contractor and offer our personal experiences as a guide.We're excited to hear your thoughts on Kendrick Lamar's GNX Album. Share your feedback and let’s spark a lively discussion and build a stronger community connection together!FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsLINKS MENTIONED Urologist who makes $400k working 7 days a month - https://youtu.be/7Id9suR3TmQQ&A and Suggestions Form - https://forms.clickup.com/9010110533/f/8cgpr25-4614/PEBFZN5LA6FKEIXTWFSIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Have a questi

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Ever wondered how independent medical contractors handle health insurance and retirement planning? Our episode takes a deep dive into these crucial aspects, providing you with the knowledge to understand the tax advantages and financial benefits of locum tenens positions. From obtaining health insurance through the marketplace to exploring different retirement plans like IRA's and SEP's, we ensure you have the tools to take control of your financial future. We also discussed potential conflicts of interest within healthcare and the importance of collaboration in the doctor-patient relationship. If you're interested in more details then this episode is a must-listen. Timeline0:00 Introduction 2:38 Health insurance & retirement plans on locums22:53 Conflict of interest from a hospital and a doctor.26:12 Doctors getting paid more if they make the patients more sick.35:55 Listener shoutout.38:33 Changing care

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!On this episode we introduce our podcast team and also discuss the struggles of the sandwich generation, those balancing the responsibilities of caring for aging parents while also raising children. We explore the intricacies of locum tenens positions and the potential impact of physician strikes on the healthcare system. Our conversation covers a wide range of topics so tune in so you don’t miss out!Timeline0:00 Introduction & get to know our team.5:00 The Sandwich generation & taking care of your aging parents.12:16 Taking out emotions when treating your family as a doctor.20:16 Story time on a resident interfering with the wife's delivery. 28:10 The unwritten rule of not treating your family as a doctor.30:55 Q&A on Locums as a Gynecologic Oncologist.44:25 The 1% of doctors that are different.52:20 Instagram shoutout & Story time on a Locums Urologist.56:38 The just averted doctors strike in 4 New Yo

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!What if your career achievements aren't the true path to fulfillment? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Jordan Grumet, author of the upcoming book "The Purpose Code," as we uncover the complexities of creating and building purpose and happiness in life.Timeline0:00 Introduction2:49 Dr. Jordan's book "The Purpose code" who is it for?4:34 Midlife crisis & fulfillment.12:07 The little p vs. big P purpose & Winning the game.19:13 Purpose Vs. Meaning.25:46 Dr. Jordan's story on trying to fix his dad's death.28:17 Why are successful people not happy?29:55 Generational trauma & breaking the cycle.FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsLINKS MENTIONED - “The Purpose Code” Amazon link - https://a.co/d/ikxF7zySIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! https://darkos.lpages.co/newsletter-signup/ WAT

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!REPLAY: Kicking off 2024 with our sneakers laced and humor at the ready, Dr. Nii and I, Dr. Renée, are your willing accomplices in setting personal fitness goals that stick. Picture us, stethoscopes to the side, tackling pull-ups in scrubs and sharing our resolutions that range from mastering wide grip pull-ups to making consistent workouts a non-negotiable part of our daily lives. We're not just here to motivate; we're here to get real with our own triumphs and spills in the quest for better health.Embarking on this journey, we unearth the secrets to turning aspirations into tangible realities. Drawing wisdom from "Atomic Habits," we discuss the power of incremental changes that accumulate to create significant leaps forward. Whether you're aiming to crush a fitness plateau, ace your professional endeavors, or simply get your finances in order, we're serving up a hefty dose of inspiration pair

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Imagine turning the story of flunking a board exam into a testament of resilience and growth. This episode is all about reframing failure as an opportunity for personal development. By the end, you'll see how these challenges can beautifully illustrate your perseverance and determination, transforming potential weaknesses into strengths.FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsSIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER!WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Have a question for the podcast?Text us at 833-230-2860Twitter: @drniidarkoInstagram: @docsoutsidetheboxEmail: team@drniidarko.comMerch: https://docs-outside-the-box.creator-spring.comThis episode is sponsored by Set For Life Insurance. What the Darkos use for great disability insurance at a low cost!! Check them out at https://setforlifeinsurance.com/

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Join us as we navigate the intricate world of podcasts and social media's impact on shaping public opinion during election season. We're thrilled to have our business manager, Kiara, sharing her unique insights on the behind-the-scenes logistics that keep our podcast running smoothly.We explore alternative career options like locum tenens work which offers more flexibility and autonomy for healthcare providers.  Timeline0:00 Introduction4:42 Podcast production behind the scenes7:28 The role podcasts played in driving USA elections this year.12:59 Balancing taking care of your elderly parents & Your kids while still working.16:54 Earning less as a woman doctor compared to your male counterparts.19:10 Do doctors tell each other how much they make?21:05 Women taking a break from working to have kids.21:25 Parenting + Locums22:42 Placing locum tenens & hiring Nurse practitioners as locum tenens providers.28:15

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Discover the secrets of storytelling that transforms your interview responses into engaging and memorable tales. Through structured stories, you'll learn how to let interviewers naturally uncover your key traits and experiences. Join us as we share strategies for smoothly integrating your personal background and interests, ensuring every story aligns seamlessly with the interview's core themes.FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsSIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Have a question for the podcast?Text us at 833-230-2860Twitter: @drniidarkoInstagram: @docsoutsidetheboxEmail: team@drniidarko.comMerch: https://docs-outside-the-box.creator-spring.comThis episode is sponsored by Set For Life Insurance. What the Darkos use for great disability insurance at a low cost!! Check them out at https://setforlifeinsurance.co

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!What if navigating the residency interview could be your secret weapon to securing the perfect match? Join us as we unravel the complexities of residency interviews, especially if you're aiming for a surgery residency with average board scores. Discover how to demonstrate your strengths through vivid, tangible experiences and why showing genuine interest is your ticket to success. This episode is packed with actionable insights to elevate your medical career journey.FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsSIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Have a question for the podcast?Text us at 833-230-2860Twitter: @drniidarkoInstagram: @docsoutsidetheboxEmail: team@drniidarko.comMerch: https://docs-outside-the-box.creator-spring.comThis episode is sponsored by Set For Life Insurance. What the Darkos use for great disability insur

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Join us as we talk about balancing the joy of a new home against its financial demands, offering a relatable glimpse into our ongoing journey of building a future while managing life's many commitments.FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsSIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER!WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Have a question for the podcast?Text us at 833-230-2860Twitter: @drniidarkoInstagram: @docsoutsidetheboxEmail: team@drniidarko.comMerch: https://docs-outside-the-box.creator-spring.comThis episode is sponsored by Set For Life Insurance. What the Darkos use for great disability insurance at a low cost!! Check them out at https://setforlifeinsurance.com/

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Unlock the secrets to acing residency interviews and shaping your medical career path with our latest episode. Join us as we unravel personal stories and advice on how to navigate the residency interview process. We promise you'll gain valuable insights into the differences between medical school and residency interviews, equipping you to tackle these challenges head-on. Timeline0:00 Introduction3:10 Residency interviews5:08 Talking yourself out of an interview.5:51 Quick update & story time on what's going on with The Darko's16:18 Residency Interview Skills25:56 Taking control over the interview.29:01 Role play scenario & advise on how to go about the residency interview.37:00 Tell a story that hits the themes of the interview.41:43 Asking the interviewer to give you time to organize your thoughts.42:53 Renee's story example to an interviewer.47:12 When to address a failure that you have.52:25 R

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Can you balance the art of being the business and running a business, all while navigating a medical career? This episode, equips you with essential strategies to secure your financial future and dive into entrepreneurship in the medical field.This conversation explains why legal expertise is paramount in this journey, especially when establishing a business in the medical sector.Timeline0:00 Introduction & Working night shifts as a locums doctor.4:45 Dr. Nii forgot he was on call.8:54 Q&A on creating a locums company for nurses.12:26 Figuring out how much locums companies are charging15:22 How we managed to run our locums company.19:13 Getting a lawyer to review your contracts.21:16 Do you want to run the business or be the business?24:30 Listening to your employees.25:31 Quick tour of Dr. Nii's hotel room when on a locums assignment.FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://dark

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Join us for a captivating conversation with Kristi Olsen, the visionary behind Beginly Health, as we unpack the challenges and solutions in physician recruitment. With Beginly Health, doctors gain not only a powerful tool for career advancement but also a renewed sense of urgency in shaping their professional journeys. Tune in to discover how you, too, can harness these innovative solutions to redefine your medical career.Timeline0:00 Introduction2:34 Interview season for residents & how crucial is Beginly Health during this time.5:30 Secrets from a recruiter.10:24 Are you asking the right questions during your interviews?11:33 How does Beginly Health work?19:35 How the interview process looks like for Beginly Health.24:03 Does Beginly Health have Locums or temporary positions?29:01 Lifestyles & Health systems.FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Dr. Nii explains his personal journey into locum tenens work, a decision driven by the desire for autonomy and a healthier work-life balance. Gain insights into how proactive choices can safeguard your financial future and support your professional and personal commitments.Independent contracting in medicine offers unparalleled flexibility and growth opportunities. While this path may not fit everyone's lifestyle, it can be a rewarding avenue for physicians at any career stage.Timeline0:00 Introduction1:13 Being away from family for work and why?5:41 Why I love working as a locum doctor.8:08 Is locums for everyone?FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsSIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Have a question for the podcast?Text us at 833-230-2860Twitter: @drniidarkoInstagram: @docsoutsidetheboxEmail: team@drniidarko.comMe

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!What if the rigorous board certification exams aren't the gold standard for assessing surgical skill? We challenge this notion by shedding light on the stress and logistical headaches of recertification processes. Dr. Renee also shares her experience at a Canadian hospital. To conclude we answer questions on going for medical missions while raising a family and also starting your own locum agency.Timeline0:00 Introduction1:27 American Board Of Surgery Re-Certification Test.8:53 The purpose of Re-Certification.13:25 Dr. Renee's Experience at a Hospital in Canada.17:36 Answering Questions on Medical Missions and Raising a Family.29:38 Starting A Locums Agency.42:32 Story Time On Locums Scenarios & Contract Agreements.47:04 You Need a Lawyer before signing any contract.FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsSIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Join us as we welcome Dr. Cedric Dark, an ER doctor and thoughtful author, who shares his journey in writing "Under the Gun: An ER Doctor's Cure for America's Gun Epidemic." Spurred into action by the NRA's provocative suggestion for doctors to "stay in their lane," Dr. Dark offers a compelling analysis of gun policy through the lens of his dual experiences as a physician and gun owner.Timeline.0:00 Introduction1:17 Why Dr. Cedric Dark wrote the book "Under The Gun".5:30 Losing family members to gun violence.7:14 Policy recommendations for gun violence prevention.10:20 Guns and mental illness14:17 Why is it hard to implement gun policies17:19 How the book "Under The Gun" was received by doctors18:58 Gun ownership responsibility21:55 Deaths from gun fire.24:18 Doing your part as a doctor in reducing gun violence27:40 Motivation for getting a gun28:44 Destructive capabili

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!What if you could reshape your career and lifestyle with the freedom and flexibility you’ve always dreamed of? In this episode, we explore the exciting world of locum tenens work, sharing insights on how to start your own locums company, medical malpractice insurance and why every doctor should consider doing locums.Timeline0:00 Introduction2:47 What y'all say Friday! Ask us anything y'all.3:29 Working 24 hour shifts as a doctor.7:44 Billing & Getting paid as a locums doctor10:47 How to Start a Locums Agency.14:08 Not working on important days of your life.16:24 Medical malpractice for locums doctors21:53 Rates vs travel expenses as locums doctors28:12 Why consider doing locums?35:44 Is there a Diddy in medicine y'all?FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locumsLINKS MENTIONED App for sending out receipts - https://www.waveapps.co

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Dr. Brian Williams takes us on a compelling journey from trauma-critical care to becoming an influential advocate against gun violence. He shares his transformative experiences and insights, drawing from his book "The Bodies Keep Coming." We explore the challenging intersections of racism, violence, and healthcare through Dr. Williams' journey as a Black trauma surgeon.Timeline0:00 Introduction & How Dr. Nii met Dr. Brian Williams5:41 Have we given up the fight on gun violence?8:26 Fighting gun violence and the necessary policies.14:33 Dr. Williams' journey as a Black trauma surgeon, joining politics & running for congress.20:54  What Dr. Williams is currently doing.23:11 Non-traditional career paths & the importance of creating a unique career journey.28:02 Connect with Dr. Brian & how to get a signed copy of his book with a 25% discount.FREE DOWNLOAD -  7 Considerations Before Starting

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Get ready to uncover the essential strategies for safeguarding your medical career with disability insurance. Joined by Jamie Fleischner from Set For Life Insurance, we promise insights that can secure your financial future and we explore why early action in obtaining disability insurance is crucial. As we shift focus to long-term care insurance, the discussion gets personal about the financial implications of aging and healthcare costs. Wrapping up, we encourage you to start planning your financial future with trusted advisors who truly understand your needs.Timeline00:00 Why get a disability insurance while you are still young.10:38 Supplementing the policy given by your employer13:19 The financial aspect of insurance policies.15:37 Do you get insurance if you have pre-existing health issues?16:48 Pregnancy, IVF & Mental Health Insurance Exclusions.24:00 Difference between group policy, individual policy and associati