Docs Outside The Box

Dr. Nii Darko
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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!

  1. Buying our 1st House, Fitness Goals, Locums Q&A & Tech Choices. #429

    1 DAY AGO

    Buying our 1st House, Fitness Goals, Locums Q&A & Tech Choices. #429

    SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!This episode takes you through my personal journey of finally buying a home in New Jersey, where my family and I have rented for half a decade. I tackle the question of renting versus buying from the unique perspective of a healthcare professional. I also discuss my fitness journey with the help of "Atomic Habits" and the Future app. I also answer a question on locums and I round up the conversation with a ...

    1h 9m
  2. Sharing finances as a physician couple #428 , pt2

    OCT 15

    Sharing finances as a physician couple #428 , pt2

    SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!0:01 Should Married Couples Combine Finances?8:50 Financial Planning in Relationships16:32 Financial Transparency in Marriage20:54 Financial Involvement in Relationships28:29 The Benefits of Combining Finances32:27 Navigating Financial Disparities in Marriagehttps://www.doximity.com/articles/736a778f-eba2-41e8-a6e6-c6a3f082d19b

    44 min
  3. Q&A on Locums, Sex on Social Media. #428

    OCT 3

    Q&A on Locums, Sex on Social Media. #428

    SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!00:00:00 Locums and Family Life Balancing00:09:05 LLC vs PLLC00:16:42 Benefits of Locums and Business Ownership00:22:19 Navigating the Future of Locums00:32:43 Social Media and Professional Boundaries

    47 min
  4. REPLAY: Do THIS BEFORE you sign your doctor contract!

    OCT 1

    REPLAY: Do THIS BEFORE you sign your doctor contract!

    SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Joining Nii on this episode of Docs Outside the Box is James Dockery who brings over 40 years of diversified legal experience to this discussion on the benefits of hiring a lawyer to review and negotiate physician contracts. Dockery is a UNC School of Law graduate and is a labor and employment expert and former judge advocate in the US Air Force. Things to expect in this episode:The difference be...

    56 min
  5. REPLAY: I was a serial Monogamist with Tons of Student Loan Debt

    SEP 17

    REPLAY: I was a serial Monogamist with Tons of Student Loan Debt

    SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Drs. Nii and Renée come together to discuss a recent study published by Health Affairs that contrasts the lack of diversity among US physicians to the impact of debt on the populations that are underrepresented in medicine. The study asserts that understanding the differential burden of debt by race and ethnicity may help ...

    51 min
  6. Ghana Trip Recap & transitioning from residency to practice. #427

    SEP 12

    Ghana Trip Recap & transitioning from residency to practice. #427

    SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!We start off by giving a special shout-out to Dr. Ruchi Amin, a pediatric surgeon who’s been tuning into our podcast for insights on locum tenens and non-traditional healthcare roles. We also discuss our recent medical mission trip to Ghana and the behind-the-scenes logistics. We wrap up with a discussion on navigating the transition from residency to practice.Things to expect in this episode:IG Shoutout to...

    51 min
  7. J-Lo’s Split, Breakdancing Kangaroos, and Why Locums. #426

    SEP 3

    J-Lo’s Split, Breakdancing Kangaroos, and Why Locums. #426

    SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!We kick things off with breaking news of J-Lo and Ben Affleck's latest split, some fun moments from the recent Olympic track and field events, including the unforgettable breakdancing kangaroo! We also talk about the skepticism some senior attendings might have about locums, offering a counter-narrative on the benefits of this career path.Things to expect in this episode:J-Lo and Ben Affleck split.Our take ...

    55 min
  8. Medical Mission in Ghana, Locums & patient relationships. #425

    AUG 27

    Medical Mission in Ghana, Locums & patient relationships. #425

    SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Ever wondered what it’s like to practice medicine on your own terms? Our latest episode takes you on an eye-opening journey through our current mission in Ghana, where we're setting up a mini clinic in Kumasi. But that’s not all! This episode promises a rich mix of personal anecdotes, practical advice, and reflective conversations you won’t want to miss.Things to expect in this episode:Touring Ghana an...

    37 min
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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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  • Creator
    Dr. Nii Darko
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    435
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Docs Outside The Box
  • Show Website
    Docs Outside The Box

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