Docs Outside The Box

By Dr. Nii Darko

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

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Docs Outside The Box episodes:

July 22, 2025 Vitals Check, Rap & The Hidden Burden Of Code Switching In Medicine. #468 Part 3
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We started off by doing a check-in on Dr. Renee's health journey. We then moved on to our controversial takes on rap, and had an insightful discussion on code-switching in medicine and maintaining authenticity in professional settings.

We discuss:
00:00 Dr. Renee's Vitals check
09:43 Our controversial takes on rap and code switching

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July 22, 2025 Doctor Who Makes More Money On TikTok Than At Work. #468 Part 2
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In this segment we discussed Dr. Fran who earns more as a TikTok influencer than at her day job.

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LINKS MENTIONED
Dr. Fran who makes more money doing TikTok than she does being a doctor- https://nypost.com/2025/06/04/lifestyle/doctor-with-300k-salary-earns-more-as-tiktok-influencer-than-atn-her-day-job/

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July 22, 2025 The P. Diddy trial & how this relates to medicine: Power, Privilege & Accountability. #468 Part 1
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On this episode we talk about the parallels between the entertainment industry scandals like the Sean "Diddy" Combs case and the power imbalances in healthcare.
If you've witnessed unethical behavior in medicine that was swept under the rug, we want to hear your story. Did you speak up? If not, why? Leave us a voice message or text us.

We discuss:
00:00 Introduction.
02:55 Shoutout to the new residents out there🥳
17:38 P. Diddy trial & how this relates to medicine.

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IG post on an attending who during her residency she had a coresident who broke his leg and could not operate - https://www.instagram.com/p/DL0FP9jslCc/

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Locumstory. Learn how locum tenens helps doctors make more and have the lifestyle they deserve!. Check them out HERE!

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July 15, 2025 How I Stay Sane And Sharp As A Trauma Surgeon. #467
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In this raw, revealing episode, I take you behind the scenes of my journey to reclaim my physical and mental health while working in one of medicine's most demanding specialties. After years of neglecting my physical fitness, I'm now chasing two ambitious goals and I also challenge y’all to set a goal completely unrelated to your title as a doctor.
I discuss:
0:00 Introduction.
02:04 My fitness goals of breaking 20 minutes in a 5K and bench pressing 250 pounds.
05:59 My background.
08:20 Why these goals?
18:56 The importance of being healthy both mentally & physically as a doctor.
22:20 How I train.
29:45 How I find time to work out as a trauma surgeon.

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Future The Virtual App I use for training - https://www.future.co/

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July 08, 2025 Starting A Locums Tenens Agency as a PA Student. #466 Part 4
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If you’re thinking about launching your own locums medical staffing agency while still completing your healthcare education, this episode dives deep into the complexities and realities of starting a locum tenens agency. We offered practical advice drawn from years of experience in both clinical practice and business development.

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LINKS MENTIONED
Past episodes on starting a locums agency.
- https://youtu.be/z5W9yQQaizk
- https://youtu.be/GDCRSO-dY70
- https://youtu.be/Mqb1awTFthE
- https://youtu.be/qeH-ztylxHI
- https://youtu.be/u3c4J4qSIkg
- https://youtu.be/ZfvnDaU1GKE
- https://youtu.be/Fkvjnjisz0Q
- https://youtu.be/pNOE-xVG3hU

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July 08, 2025 How Physicians Can Protect Their Peace and Avoid BURNOUT. #466 Part 3
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Whether you're a medical student, resident, or mid-career physician questioning how you can protect your inner peace at work without quitting, this segment offers practical strategies on steps you can take to avoid becoming bitter and burned out. We explored how career choices like locum tenens, can provide the flexibility to practice medicine you love without becoming consumed by it.

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July 08, 2025 The Vitals Check! How We Stay Fit As Doctors. #466 Part 2
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In this new segment "The Vitals Check" we track our personal fitness journeys. Shoutout to Faith Kipyegon for her historic 4-minute mile attempt. She reminds us of legends like Florence Griffith Joyner and Jackie Joyner-Kersee. On that note, what fitness goals are you chasing?

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July 08, 2025 Actionable Advice On Battling Breast Cancer. The Ananda Lewis's Story. #466 Part 1
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If you or someone you know is battling breast cancer, then this segment is for you. We discussed the heartbreaking story of MTV VJ Ananda Lewis who recently lost her battle with breast cancer and gave actionable steps for dealing with breast cancer.

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Article by Ananda lewis on living with breast cancer - https://www.essence.com/lifestyle/ananda-lewis-breast-cancer/

Dr. Lakshmi Emory & Kevin Frazier Entertainment Tonight segment on Ananda Lewis's breast cancer and her death - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2IDmhGsJtE

National breast cancer organization resources - https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-resources/

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July 01, 2025REPLAY: What You Should Know About Becoming a Part-Time Physician #302
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Nii discusses the trend of doctors seeking less than full-time work. Sarah Ledbetter, Physician Recruitment Manager at Provider Solutions & Development, is on to debunk the theory that medical employers are solely seeking full-time doctors.

Things to expect in this episode:
Defining Full-time work
Which generation is seeking more work/life balance
The 'Covid Reset' and how doctors look at employment now
The difference between part-time, per diem, and locums work
The trend of mid-career doctors seeking less than full-time work
Journal Articles:
https://psdconnect.org/journal/what-you-should-know-about-becoming-a-part-time-physician

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June 24, 2025 Our Thoughts On Making Major Life Moves In A Relationship Without Being Engaged. #465 Part 3
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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.

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