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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.

Timeline

0:00 Introduction

1:13 Being away from family for work and why?

5:41 Why I love working as a locum doctor.

8:08 Is locums for everyone?

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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.

Timeline

0:00 Introduction

1:27 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.

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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 Introduction

1:17 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 illness

14:17 Why is it hard to implement gun policies

17:19 How the book "Under The Gun" was received by doctors

18:58 Gun ownership responsibility

21:55 Deaths from gun fire.

24:18 Doing your part as a doctor in reducing gun violence

27:40 Motivation for getting a gun

28:44 Destructive capabilities of a gun

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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.

Timeline

0:00 Introduction

2:47 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 doctor

10:47 How to Start a Locums Agency.

14:08 Not working on important days of your life.

16:24 Medical malpractice for locums doctors

21:53 Rates vs travel expenses as locums doctors

28:12 Why consider doing locums?

35:44 Is there a Diddy in medicine y'all?

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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.

Timeline

0:00 Introduction & How Dr. Nii met Dr. Brian Williams

5:41 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.

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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.

Timeline
00:00 Why get a disability insurance while you are still young.
10:38 Supplementing the policy given by your employer
13:19 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 association policy.
27:34 Establishing your individual coverage needs.
32:50 Paying your own disability insurance as a locums doctor
35:42 Long term care insurance

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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 tech talk, comparing Android and iPhone experiences and reflecting on the evolution of personal tech preferences.

Timeline

• 00:00 Introduction
• 02:09 Finally Purchasing A Home
• 20:44 Dr. Nii's Fitness journey
• 43:35 Locums Q&A 
• 53:50 iPhones vs Pixel phones and watch

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• 0:01 Should Married Couples Combine Finances?
• 8:50 Financial Planning in Relationships
• 16:32 Financial Transparency in Marriage
• 20:54 Financial Involvement in Relationships
• 28:29 The Benefits of Combining Finances
• 32:27 Navigating Financial Disparities in Marriage

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00:00:00 Locums and Family Life Balancing

00:09:05 LLC vs PLLC

00:16:42 Benefits of Locums and Business Ownership

00:22:19 Navigating the Future of Locums

00:32:43 Social Media and Professional Boundaries

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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 between negotiating and reviewing a contract
• The cost of hiring a lawyer to review or negotiate a contract
• Mistakes physicians make when attempting to negotiate their own contact
• How to vet a lawyer
• Negotiating more than just the salary, including bonuses

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