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Docs Outside The Box

Docs Outside the Box is a fusion of money, medicine, and pop culture. After paying off $662,000 in student loan debt, quitting their jobs, and launching 3 businesses, husband and wife, Drs. Nii and Renée Darko, have a lot to say about earning, saving, and investing your way to the lifestyle you’ve always wanted. These two docs parley about personal finance, careers, and the real world. Tune in for the gems. 💎 Stay for the laughs .😂 Welcome to medicine’s new media!

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28:35

Having A Medical Degree Doesn't Make You A Leader

Docs Outside The Box ·

2025/06/24

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Leadership in medicine goes beyond clinical skills because medical education doesn’t automatically create leaders. In this segment, we discuss how toxic behaviors get perpetuated when negative leadership styles like throwing instruments in the OR to berating staff, are modeled for residents and medical students. We then share the non-negotiable days we refuse to work, revealing how our cultural backg...

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21:58

Our Thoughts On Making Major Life Moves In A...

Docs Outside The Box ·

2025/06/24

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Our listener, David, wrote back with an update on their job search near Boston which then led us to a deeper conversation about making major life moves when you're dating but haven't formally committed to through engagement or marriage. We talked about both practical considerations and personal reflections from our own relationship journey. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Ten...

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34:55

Ananda Lewis, Former MTV VJ, SHOCKING Breast Cancer...

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2025/06/20

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We start off by discussing medical myths/traditions we should retire. We then talk about MTV personality Ananda Lewis, who died at age 52 from breast cancer after rejecting medical treatment in favor of detoxification. We dive deep into why patients have lost trust in healthcare providers and how the medical credibility gap has widened dramatically in recent years. We conclude with Nii showing us his...

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15:24

Trump's Bill's Caps On Grad School Loans Could Worsen...

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2025/06/20

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Is the “One Big Beautiful Bill” really beautiful? We discuss the potential impact of the proposed bill that would cap federal loan amounts for graduate students, particularly affecting medical education. America already faces a severe physician shortage. By creating additional financial barriers to medical education, this legislation threatens to worsen this crisis, potentially leaving more communiti...

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34:24

Is it Sustainable To Work 24/7 Calls As A Doctor For...

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2025/06/13

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Is a 24/7 call one week per month sustainable for an entire career? This question strikes at the heart of physician work-life balance, career longevity, and personal wellbeing. From personal experiences, these schedules cause sleep disruption, cognitive impairment, and physical strain. To be honest, a position paying substantially above market rate usually demands extraordinary sacrifice but as physi...

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34:35

The REALITY of Balancing Locums Life and Relationships

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2025/06/13

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We share some medical school scholarship opportunities and then answer a listener's question on what happens when your partner has a seasonal job in one location, but the best locum work opportunities are elsewhere. Dr. Love Anani also joined us over the phone and we discussed what we use to track payroll, expenses, deductions and mileage. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Startin...

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45:40

REPLAY: What medical leaders need to know about...

Docs Outside The Box ·

2025/06/10

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Things to expect in this episode: We’re in Denver, CO at the AACOM Educating Leaders Conference! We talk about our responses during the first-ever panel dedicated to Dr. Meta Christy, the first Black Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. We’re partnering with locumstory.com on a special campaign this year. We give you a brief rundown of the common questions that are answered on their platform.Dr. Renée reca...

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8:21

My 2-Mile Time Trial Run Did NOT Go as Planned!

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2025/06/03

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We were in Houston, Texas recently and I did a 2-mile time trial. Let’s just say towards the end I was struggling. Y’all know I have a goal of bench pressing 250 pounds and running a 5K in under 20 minutes. I will keep updating you on my progress. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locums LINKS MENTIONED Q&A a...

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18:49

How Student Loan Changes Could Reshape Medical Education

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2025/06/03

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! There's a new bill being discussed that aims to cap federal student loans. We discuss how this move could deepen inequality and disproportionately affect students from less privileged backgrounds. Check out the video for more financial education and how proposed student loan changes could dramatically alter the future of healthcare education and what it means for future doctors!. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 ...

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17:56

The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Breakdown: After The...

Docs Outside The Box ·

2025/06/03

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We unpack the latest news on a controversial bill that could drastically change higher education by capping federal student loans at $20K per year and a total lifetime limit of $100K. While it sounds simple on the surface, the implications are massive and may push students toward private student loans, scholarships, family wealth, and potentially limiting access for those from underrepresented or low...

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26:05

Mistakes We Did In Med School That We Regret Now As...

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2025/06/03

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We reflect on our medical school experiences, sharing regrets and lessons learned that have shaped our perspectives as practicing doctors. So what medical school mistakes do you regret? 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/8...

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56:31

REPLAY: Meet Dr. Trevor: Nomadic Pediatric, Making...

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2025/05/28

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Nii sits down with Trevor Cabrera, who completed his residency training in General Pediatrics at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston and then transitioned to working as an exclusive Locum Tenens provider. Listen in as Dr. Cabrera, also known as The Nomadic Pediatrician, talks about his first locum job, paying off student loans, the lifestyle locum work affords him, and his blog that do...

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59:14

REPLAY: Medical Students Financial Implications. #397

Docs Outside The Box ·

2025/05/13

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! As we navigate the tumultuous seas of medical education's financial demands, you'll discover the myriad of ways it shapes decisions, lifestyles, and the future of healthcare. Joined by Dr. Love Anani from the Student National Medical Association (SNMA), we're celebrating 60 years of the organization's incredible support for medical students as we dissect the costs from MCAT to residency. Delve into our can...

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23:25

My Calendar Disaster Taught Me a Big Lesson!

Docs Outside The Box ·

2025/05/06

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! The hidden power of your CV isn't something they teach in medical school. In this episode we talk about aspects of locum tenens work that every physician should understand before entering this space. Remember: nobody cares about your schedule, finances and career trajectory more than you do. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-be...

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14:53

Will an Out-of-State Locums LLC Lower Your Taxes?

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2025/05/06

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We tackle a listener question about establishing an LLC in a tax-friendly state while living in high-tax New York City. We discuss the complexities of multi-state taxation, what it's like juggling business entities across state lines and why getting a CPA is necessary. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locums LINKS MEN...

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21:32

How Premeds Can Work While Studying

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2025/05/02

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Join us as we address a question from Jay on how to balance working while studying. Through personal stories and actionable advice, we explain why your medical school dreams remain within reach with strategic planning and unwavering determination. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locums LINKS MENTIONED Q&A a...

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22:10

Being Denied Entry Into Med School Twice And Why...

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2025/05/02

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Balancing a job while preparing for medical school can feel like an impossible task. It's a rocky terrain many pre-meds must navigate. We start off with Dr. Nii giving his own story of being rejected from med school twice and how he changed his strategy and later got accepted. We then lay out practical strategies for pre-meds juggling work and study. So whether you're working while studying or facing other...

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16:46

Sinners Movie by Ryan Coogler Explained: Hidden...

Docs Outside The Box ·

2025/04/29

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Prepare to be captivated by our deep dive into Ryan Coogler's ambitious film "Sinners" that delivers stunning visuals, powerful performances, and weaves themes of racism, colonialism, and religious tension into a horror framework. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Starting Locum Tenens - https://darkos.lpages.co/7-considerations-before-locums LINKS MENTIONED Q&A and Suggestions Fo...

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12:59

Why SNMA Students are the Future of Medicine & A...

Docs Outside The Box ·

2025/04/29

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! We dive into the crucial financial knowledge gap in medical education and share powerful insights from our session at the Student National Medical Association's annual conference. We also talk about why the journey from pre-med to medical leadership positions showcased at this conference reminds us all why mentorship matters so profoundly in medicine. FREE DOWNLOAD - 7 Considerations Before Startin...

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23:16

Medical Violence Against Patients

Docs Outside The Box ·

2025/04/29

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Our discussion stems from a shocking case of obstetrical abuse where an attending deliberately created a fourth-degree laceration on a Black patient who had just delivered her baby without complications, solely so a resident could practice the repair. We go deep into how medical training can sometimes cross serious ethical boundaries and remaining silent when witnessing unethical practices doesn't just har...

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