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Trigger Warning: If you are experiencing thoughts of harming yourself, please call 988 or text the word TALK to 741741 Crisis Helpline which are open 24/7. 

In this episode, we discuss the unfortunate passing of Dr. Nakita Mortimer, the effects of residency on mental health, and so much more. 

In this episode, we discuss: 

[04:00] Dr. Nakita Mortimer’s unfortunate passing 

[06:56] The effects of residency on mental health 

[10:53] Dr. Nii’s mental health journey during residency 

[19:55] Dr. Renee’s mental health journey during residency

[30:52] Why is this important? 

[42:18] What Dr. Renee would say to their kids if they decided they wanted to be a doctor 

[44:21] Dr. Nii’s first experience with applying to med school 

[45:45] How the pursuit of becoming a doctor affects those in pre-med and beyond 

[48:44] Why so many doctors avoid seeking help 

[53:07] Dr. Nii’s second and third year as a resident in the ICU 

[1:01:09] How medical programs can do better when it comes to prioritizing mental health

[1:04:58] A message to the pre-meds and residents from Dr. Nii and Dr. Renee 

[1:10:44] The signout segment: Shannon Sharpe leaving FS1 + Be Your Girl (Kaytranada Edition) by Teedra Moses

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Links Mentioned:
Residency Program Factors Associated With Depressive Symptoms in Internal Medicine Interns: A Prospective Cohort Study 

Study: Prevalence of Depression, Depressive Symptoms, and Suicidal Ideation Among Medical Students (2016) 

Medscape Survey Phsician Suicide Report 2023

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On the verge of graduating from med school and want to get your finances in order from the get go? Tune into today’s episode to learn our top 6 money tips for making your money work for you not just after graduation but for the rest of your life. 

In this episode, we discuss: 

[3:37] Elmhurst Hospital strike update 

[5:31] The inspiration behind this episode 

[9:58] Make sure you’re aware of the stipulations behind any sign on bonuses

[13:26] Money tip #1: Determine your salary, where you’re going to be living, and use ADP Salary Calculator to get your take home pay

[16:58] Money tip #2: Figure out how much you’re able to spend on rent 

[23:59] Money tip #3: Factoring in your student loan debt into your monthly expenses 

[30:47] Money tip #4: Determine what your expenses are aside from rent + student loans 

[34:49] Listener question: What challenges do you see yourself or other doctors facing in regards to saving, investing, retirement planning, tax planning, and estate planning?

[39:51] Money tip #5: Start protecting your money 

[55:02] Money tip #6: Create an emergency fund for any left over money 

Links Mentioned: 

ADP Salary Calculator 

Student Aid 

Investopedia Terms

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In this episode, we’re diving into your questions about dating while in residency and quitting med school if it’s no longer your passion. 

In this episode, we discuss: 

[3:21] Elmhurst Doctors Strike

[9:08] Listener question: How should I bring up having to move to another region of the US for residency?

[28:34] Listener question: I’m not enjoying medicine. Should I keep going with med school or quit?

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Links Mentioned: 

Elmhurst Hospitals Doctors Strike

35 Jobs for Physicians w/o a License 

What to Do If You Failed Out of Medical School: Next Steps for Your Career and Student Loans

Trends in United States Physician Work Hours and Career Satisfaction 

Physicians Should Work More, Not Less
The Reply

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Dr. Nii reviews the popular book - So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion In The Quest For Work You Love.  Authored by Cal Newport in 2012, this book has sold way over 1 million copies.

The basic tenets of this book are:
1. The idea of “finding your passion” to find a fulfilling career is flawed
2. Focus on developing valuable skills to become an expert in your field
3. The passion & fulfillment comes from becoming an expert in your field

Check out the book HERE!
 

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Dr. Renée finally reveals where she wants to work for her next locum assignment. What will be Dr. Nii’s reaction, and how will her decision impact the family? Will they get to stay put? Will they have to move across the globe? This is the last part of Episode 1 of Doctors for Hire, Dr. Renée’s Locum Story.

Things to expect in this episode:

• How a locum assignment can impact a significant other and family
• The uncertainty than might come with choosing a locum assignment

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The docs read comments from social media on the question of the week about side hustles in residency. Dr. Nii uses ChatGPT to put together a nice list for all the residents listening out there. Then they delve into the impending resident strike at 3 major NYC hospitals. Residents voted to strike and will do so starting May 15 if their grievances aren’t addressed to their satisfaction.

Things to expect in this episode:

• Active and passive income side hustles for residents
• How to make your money work for you while you sleep
• The everyday tasks and salary differences that the residents do that led to the vote to strike

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Previously on Doctors for Hire, Dr. Renée talked with 3 locum recruiters to gauge her options. Today, she narrows down the possibilities of her next locum assignment to 3 VERY different locations. Will she go the practical route so as not to uproot the entire family? Or will she go for it and send the Darko family packing?

Things to expect in this episode:

• There are a number of locations to do locum tenens
• Locum assignments can vary in obligation
• Choosing an assignment has other considerations besides work and pay

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Drs. Nii and Renée do a semi-ok job at explaining the difference between 1099 independent contracting and W2 employment. Dr. Renée runs down the ways in which we give up control of our careers to others. Then the docs meet long-standing listener, Jamar Cromwell, to give him advice as a non-traditional pre-med.

Things you'll learn in this episode:

• The difference between 1099 and W2
• How to take control over your career so that you can control your life
• How students and doctors can focus on medicine while still staying true to their identities 

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Previously on Doctors for Hire, Dr. Nii was not ready for Dr. Renée’s announcement about wanting to work internationally. In this episode, Dr. Renée starts the new job process by talking to locum tenens recruiters, including an agency that places doctors in countries like Australia, New Zealand, the Caribbean, and even on cruise ships!

Then Dr. Renée does a quick breakdown of how any doctor can get started with locum tenens.

Things to expect in this episode:

• How to get started with locums from beginning to end
• The simple process of interviewing locum tenens recruiters
• Basic questions to ask recruiters before working with an agency
• The different assignment options that agencies have to offer
• How to ask about competitive compensation 

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Dr. Nii is salty about having to pay a $40,000 tax payment. Dr. Renée is back from her locum assignment, and the docs run down how  being entrepreneurs allows them to give themselves a raise.  Then the docs chat it up about Dr, Renée's time at the SNMA national conference and if in-person conferences are still necessary.

💡 What you will learn in this episode:

• How locums docs decide what schedules they prefer to work
• How entrepreneurs use the money that they make for more than just salaries
• When is a student organization student run vs. student governed
• The continued benefits of in-person events

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RESOURCES IN THIS EPISODE
SEP IRA vs Solo 401(k): Which Should You Choose?
How to invoice as a contractor
Calculating Estimated Taxes
How to pay yourself from your small business 

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