SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!On this episode, I’m excited to talk to Dr. Morales a.k.a Dr. AFib! He’s a Cardiologist, Electrophysiologist and the creator of Dr. AFib. He specializes in treating thousands of patients with atrial fibrillation. Today, Dr. AFib is going to teach us the essential things we need to know about specialty websites, creating your own brand, how to increase your online presence and standardize everything, and also how to improve your social standing with your patients. Things you’ll learn in this episode: What inspired him to create Dr. AFib The medical liability concerns you should think about What is SEO, how he records his videos How he balances being a husband, a father, physician, and his alter-ego Dr. AFib How he answers #Imnotjustadoc   Things mentioned in the show: Dr. AFib   Learn more about Dr. AFib and connect with him at: Website: Dr. AFib Social Media: Facebook Twitter Youtube   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY I’m happy and excited to interview Dr.Suzanne Yoder about the global humanitarian work that she does. I watched her speak at the Global Surgery forum at the American College of Surgeons. By balancing locums, humanitarian work and her personal life - she's living life on her own terms. After this episode, you'll learn that there’s more to medicine than being a surgeon. Where you chose to spend your time and how you spend your time matters. Things you’ll learn in this episode: How she got introduced to Global Surgery Dr. Suzanne’s biggest challenges doing the work that she does How she managed the cultural differences practicing in countries outside of the United States The key to success for any public health program catering to a local community Financial issues and sacrifices she experienced being a locums doc How she answers #Imnotjustadoc   Things mentioned in the show: Community Coalition for Haiti Tripit App ACS Meetings   Learn more about Suzanne Yoder and connect with her at: LinkedIn Email: [email protected]   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY   Everyone gets scared at some point in their life, and that’s fine. It’s how you deal with it that matters. Learn to overcome your fears in this episode as Dr. Brana from The Happy Doc podcast shares what scares him and how he dealt with it in order to live a fulfilled life.   Learn more about Dr. Taylor Brana and connect with him at: www.thehappydoc.com Social Media: Facebook Instagram Twitter

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY   Joining us on today’s episode of Doc Outside The Box is Dr. Rupy Aujla from The Doctor’s Kitchen - all the way from the UK! He’s a firm believer of the principles of healthy eating. He helps both his fellow doctors and patients to live a healthier and happier lifestyle while educating them on how to make good food. After being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation, he made a wise decision to finally change his diet and his lifestyle as a whole. Nutrition is a clinical tool that doctors and health professionals should have in their toolbox. Every patient deserves a doctor who talks confidently about food and medicine. Learn to cook your own tasty meal and lead a healthier lifestyle as you tune in on today’s #DOTB episode!   Things you’ll learn in this episode:   What made the push for him to go into medicine How he handled his heart condition and how his mother convinced him to take the healthy diet route How The Doctor’s Kitchen started Getting over that fear of not wanting to get in front of the camera What keeps him motivated Kitchen hacks and life hacks Gratitude as a habit How he answers #Imnotjustadoc   Things mentioned in the show: The Doctor’s Kitchen Books This is Water Speech by David Foster Wallace Gary Vee - Entrepreneur   Learn more about Dr. Rupy Aujla and connect with him at: Email: [email protected] Website: www.thedoctorskitchen.com Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Doctors-Kitchen-Supercharge-delicious-everyday/dp/0008239339 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoctorskitchen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctors_kitchen/?hl=en Twitter:

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY   What's up everyone. Starting off the New Year to big things and big breakthroughs! This is the first of many episodes featuring tactics to battle both fear and insecurity on the path to success!   This inaugural clip is from Dr. Dara Kass - creator of FeminEm!   Learn more about Dr. Dara Kass and connect with her at: Email: [email protected] Social Media: Twitter

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY   On this episode of DOTB, I’m having Dr. Dara Kass the founder of FemInEM for the second time as we recap what happened on the recent FemInEM Idea Exchange Conference 2018. FemInEM is all about educating, inspiring and motivating people. It’s an organization that aims to address gender disparities in a positive way, empowering both men and women in order to achieve gender equality in the field of medicine. Listen on today’s episode of #DOTB and sign up for the next FemInEM conference this coming 2019!   Things you’ll learn in this episode:   Why people should come to the FemInEM Conference   What talks stood out for Dr. Kass The Behind-the-Scenes from the FemInEM Conference The momentum that drives Dr. Kass My experience as a speaker in the conference The upcoming FIX 2019 conference   Things mentioned in the show: FemInEM FIX FemInEM Idea Exchange 2019 FIX FemInEM Idea Exchange 2019 Speaker Application Rob Gore, MD - Top 10 CNN Heroes of 2018   Learn more about Dr. Dara Kass and connect with her at: Email: [email protected] Social Media: Twitter   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY On this episode of DOTB, I’m speaking to Dr. Dianne Ansari-Winn from The Doctor’s Life Podcast. I was on her show before and we did a collaboration together talking about the beauty and benefits of podcasting. She’s an anesthesiologist and a powerful physician development coach. She coaches doctors around stress and burnout, teaching them to have effective coaching conversations, and how to be coaches themselves so they could support each other. Medicine is hard work and physician burnout is rampant more than ever. Little by little our work is causing us harm. But how can we bridge this gap and go from physician burnout to physician wellness? Gain the knowledge to get you out of physician burnout now as you listen to today’s episode of #DOTB! Things you’ll learn in this episode: How she found her way and started helping other physicians Why she started “The Doctor’s Life Podcast” What you need  to know in finding a credible coach 3 Advice to get pass and out of burnout How she answers #imnotjustadoc   Resources: My Episode with Dr. Dianne: 3-2-1 Podcasting with Nii Darko, DO Stop, Breathe & Think Mobile App Zoom Doctor Heal Myself by Dianne Ansari-Winn, MD  (to be published next year) Reach her at: [email protected]   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY On this episode of DOTB, I’m talking to Heidi Moawad. A neurologist, medical writer, editor and author of the book Careers Beyond Clinical Medicine. She writes medical articles for Medscape and she also teaches undergraduate courses and writing courses that focus on scientific writing. The path to following what you love to do is no walk in the park. Depending on how dedicated and committed you are, you can build your skills and get to the point where people are reaching out to you for your expertise. Know what you really want and don’t be afraid to do what you love. You'll be inspired as you listen to this episode of Docs Outside the Box. Things you’ll learn in this episode: What led her to the digital media and behind the scenes path Successful stories about doctors who are doing cool things outside clinical medicine Advice for someone wanting to jump on the path outside medical practice What made her write her first book Careers Beyond Clinical Medicine Personalities she looks up to for inspiration and motivation Personal habit that helped her become more successful and a doc outside the box How she answers #imnotjustadoc       Resources: Careers Beyond Clinical Medicine Awakenings by Oliver Sacks   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY On this episode of DOTB, I’m speaking to Dr. Taylor Brana, the host of The Happy Doc podcast! He interviews professionals and doctors that provide inspiration, motivation, and energy to uplift others and improve their life. Being a doctor is indeed hard, but being happy and optimistic can make a big impact and difference. Changing your environment, the people whom you hang out with, what you read and who you listen to can change you as a whole. Get inspired, motivated, become happier and think outside the box as you listen on today’s episode of  Docs Outside The Box. Things you’ll learn in this episode: What Made Dr. Taylor start a podcast Reasons why he particularly chose podcasting over Youtube and other media platforms Dr. Neel and the Happy Doc team Meditation, changing your environment, technology, innovation and M.A.Y.A. His advice to his pre-med self How he answers #imnotjustadoc Things mentioned in the show: Crushing It –  Gary Vaynerchuk The Third Door-  Alex Banayan Dr. Neel Desai’s Book OI Connection Alexa The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz Learn more about Dr. Taylor Brana and connect with him at: Website: www.thehappydoc.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehappydoc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happydocpodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/happydocpodcast iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-happy-doc-blog/id1192501210?mt=2 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-happy-doc?refi

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY On this episode of DOTB, I’m interviewing Rana Campbell. A lifestyle entrepreneur hosting the popular podcast Dreams in Drive. She interviews successful and creative entrepreneurs who want to take their dreams out of park and into drive! With hard work and a lot of research, plus being committed to what she loves doing, she was able to launch her podcast. And from that point onwards she kept on building it up until it reached the level to where it is now. We’re talking her show being on the front page of Apple Podcasts, and being featured on so many “Best Of” lists in electronic media! Get your pen and notepad ready as Rana shares important lessons & tips on how to start your own podcast and why you should do it too! Things you’ll learn in this episode: How powerful podcasting is How she started and launched her own podcast The challenges and opportunities that can occur in podcasting Excuses you didn’t know you were making which hinders your growth The pitfalls and detours she encountered along the journey An interesting story about getting her guests Finding your niche and audience The 80/20 rule   Resources: MadameNoire Articles by Rana Campbell WC Cole Podcast Learn more about Rana Campbell - Blog, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook Follow the Dreams in Drive Podcast -

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY On this episode of DOTB we have Dr. Bonnie Koo from Missbonniemd.com. I featured her blog as one of my Top 5 favorite physician personal finance blogs to make you a doc outside the box. Caught up with her at FinCon 18 and talked about her going from being pre-med one day to living and making six figures in London the next. Although living her best life financially, she still had the urge to be a doctor. After medical school, Dr. Bonnie Koo did not let the huge student loan debt stop her from taking control of her life. She created her own personal finance blog called missbonniemd.com and also hosts Friends Talk Finance with Dr. Carrie Reynolds from Hippocratic Hustle Podcast. Things you’ll learn in this episode: How she didn’t fall into the cycle of living pay check to pay check The fascinating story behind her student loan debt payoff Why personal finances are so different for women compared to men Why she writes about Blended families, prenups and divorce How she answers #imnotjustadoc   Resources: White Coat Investor Book                                                      Never Split the Difference                                                      Docs Outside the Box Physician Podcast Directory   Learn More About Dr. Koo: Miss Bonnie MD Website Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY What’s good everyone! On this episode we’re going to get a glimpse into the life of ER physician by day, and punk rocker by night – Dr. Daryl Wilson. That’s right one minute he’s saving lives in the ER, the next he’s spending time with his family, and by the evening he’s kicking his Vans sneakers in air with his rock group. This might be the most “Outside the Box” story featured on this show so far – and I’m so amped up to be apart of this. Things you’ll learn in this episode: How he balanced medical school with going on tour How he handled getting kicked out of the band His family’s support of him even though the music was foreign to them The difference interacting with patients versus interacting with fans How he answers #imnotjustadoc   Learn More About Dr. Wilson: The Bollweevils: https://www.reverbnation.com/thebollweevils Twitter: @bollwevils IG: @th_Bollwevils_chicago FB: The Bollweevils Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY On this episode, my guest is Student Doctor Kamali Thompson who is a 4th year medical student at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Jersey. I got her on the show to talk how she handles the craziness of medical school with being an amazing fencer! She’s got aspirations of making the Olympics in 2020 ya’ll. Kamali got started with fencing pretty late in comparison with other fencers. With hard work, persistence, and people believing in her she’s been able to be successful at all levels. Recently she added US National Champion to her resume and regularly competes for Team USA internationally. Things you’ll learn in this episode: How she got introduced to Fencing as a sport The difference between studying for medical school vs training for the Olympics Importance of role models Why she decided to get a MBA How she answers #imnotjustadoc Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Peter Westbrook Foundation Amanda Seale – Small Doses Podcast Nickii Franke – College coach Follow Student Doctor Kamali Thompson: Kamalithompson.com Twitter: @Kamali_thompson IG: @dr.mali.malz   Jswiss Dedicate.LoveSomethin: Check out THE FREEDOM FORMULA FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS VIRTUAL SUMMIT: More than half of physicians are burning out the and numbers are increasing...The SOLUTION can CHANGE LIVES forever. Find out more for FREE at THE FREEDOM FORMULA FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS: Concrete Steps to Release the Overwhelm and Create the Freedom You Crave October 22-31st Here’s the link: https://rechargecoach.com/o/nii Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY   On this episode, I talk hitting the big 4-0 and the mistakes I’ve made trying to be a doc outside the box! Side Note: FinCon19 will be in Washington, D.C. September 4 – 7, 2019 Interested in joining my 10 days to podcasting beta group? Check out 10daystopodcasting.com to learn more.   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!What’s good everyone! I’m talking with Dr. Jarret Patton on this episode. He is going to be talking about being on top of the world one day and losing almost everything the next. We’re talking paddy wagon and a lengthy trial folks! Dr. Patton has also authored the book called Licensed to Live – A primer to rebuilding your life after your career has been shattered. I’ve read it and its an excellent book. Check it out on Amazon. On this episode you’re going to learn about falling from grace, redemption, ad finding your gifts even when you think you’re at rock bottom. Dr. Patton keeps it 100% on this episode and you definitely don’t want to miss this one!!   Resources mentioned in this episode: The Billionaire Lifestyle (Podcast) Licensed to Live (Podcast)   Contact Dr. Patton: www.doctorjarret.com FB/IG/Twitter: @DoctorJarret [email protected]   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY This episode was recorded in the back of a taxi/uber in Ghana. We’re apart of this great organization called International Healthcare Volunteers (IHCV), which has an annual medical mission to Ghana.  We were on our way to join the rest of our team at Lekma Hospital in Teshie. Things you’ll learn in this episode: Why we do medical humanitarian work in Ghana The “why” behind paying off our student loans The hardest part of medical humanitarian work

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!When you think of disruptor, I bet the last thing that comes to mind are underarm or body odor products. My next guest is Dr. Shannon Klingman, and disrupt the deodorant industry is exactly what she’s aiming to do with her product Lume. Lume Deodorant is an aluminum free, natural deodorant for underarm and private parts. It has been clinically proven to provide you with 48 hours of odor protection. I used this product for my book launch prior to interviewing Dr. Klingman. It took me a while to get used to the natural scent of this product compared to the heavy scents of corporate brands, but the results definitely made me a believer and I recommend this product for you.    Thing’s you’ll learn in this episode: Her family’s decision to live off of one salary as opposed to two doctor’s salaries The genesis of Lume Why it took over 11 years to get this product out Her transition from OB to stay at home to inventor/entrepreneur How she answers #imnotjustadoc   Resources mentioned in this episode: Lume Deodorant: https://lumedeodorant.com/ Word swag: http://wordswag.co/ Photo Toaster: https://apple.co/2wYzxJD     Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com  

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Hi everyone and greetings from Ghana!! Thanks for tuning back in. On this show I’m interviewing Drs. Amber Robins and Nina Luma, two of the authors from the book The Chronicles of Women in White Coats. It’s an anthology book of 20 women physicians that gives you a peek into their personal and professional lives while highlighting their roles as mothers, wives, caregivers, daughters, and best friends. Released earlier this year, here is the link to find the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2MNcgW3 I read it and definitely recommend it to you all!   Resources discussed in this Interview: Health & Media Fellowship Womeninwhitecoats.com   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Welcome back everyone. First episode of September. Where has the year gone so quickly!??! On this episode I’m speaking with Dr. Katie Deming, Board certified Radiation Oncologist who is also a successful fashion design. He label is called MakeMerry and it focuses on creating comfortable yet stylish intimates for women who suffer from sensitive skin. Her work has been featured in notable media such as Elle, Cosmopolitan, HuffingtonPost, & Today. Things you’ll learn in this episode: The difficulty women with sensitive skin from radiation or surgery experience and why it’s hard to find comfortable and stylish intimates for them How she took this problem and created a solution What it was like being featured by The Today Show How she handles the trials and tribulations of being an entrepreneur Her advice to other women physicians who are entrpreneurs How she answers #Imnotjustadoc       Resources mentioned in the show: FB Group: Female Physician Entrepreneurs Assistant.to   Embedded YouTube Video: Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com    

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!How are you all handling this August heat?!? Everyone who wants to reach out, make sure you show some love to the “Ask me a Question” button on the right of the website. I thinks its more personal and efficient to ask a question or just leave some feedback! Today’s episode is 2 years in the making. On this episode, I’m chopping it up with Dr. Zun Lee who is a world-renowned photographer and self-described visual story teller. We chatted about his transition from the clinical physician world, to corporate healthcare management, to now as full-time photographer. He’s a heavy hitter. His work has been featured in Forbes, The New York Times, Huffington Post,  and Wall Street Journal. In 2014 he put out a groundbreaking book called Father Figure: Exploring Alternate Notions of Black Fatherhood, and it has won several international awards. On a side note, I recorded this with Dr. Zun Lee almost 2 years ago. This interview goes through so many different layers and I wasn’t sure how it would’ve been received when the show first started. I think that was a mistake for not being confident how you the audience would receive a podcast episode that talks about these issues. I apologize to Dr. Lee and to you – the amazing audience.   Things you’ll learn in this episode: Difference of patient care in United States vs Germany (where he trained) How he handled going from being a “scrub” to a “suit” How he found his love for photography after being forced to by a co-worker Why vulnerability helps him relate to his subjects in photography What his photos say about him How he answers #imnotjustadoc   Embeded Youtube video:   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com  

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY DOTB Nation! By now I’m sure most of you have heard about the case between Andre Young (a.k.a. Dr. Dre) vs Dr. Draion Burch! Yes, the same Dr. Draion Burch from Episode 3 & 19. Long story short the two were entangled in a trademark battle that just ended this year in Dr. Burch’s favor. On this episode I’m interviewing his lawyer, Andrea Evans, to discuss the specifics of the case. With so many confusing reports, it was great to hear from his powerhouse lawyer about what really happened. Things you’ll learn in this episode: Even though Dr. Dre is not a lawyer, why was he able to bring a case against a doctor What is a cease and desist letter and what to do when you get one The differences between trademark, patent, and copyright Pitfalls of taking a “do it yourself” approach to protecting your intellectual property How to create a strong trademark   Resources mentioned in this episode: Andrea Evans Evansiplaw.com [email protected] @evansiplaw (Instagram, Twitter) Book: All About Inventing: Everything you need to know about patents From a Former USPTO Patent Examiner & Patent Attorney!! Opinion from USPTO – Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post 062 – Andre Young vs. Dr Draion Burch appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY DOTB Nation! On this episode, we get to hear from newly minted Dr. Wendell Cole. That’s right! The same Wendell Cole from Episode 55 who contacted me out of the blue while I was down in Atlanta for a conference. I interviewed him literally hours before he starts his first day as an orthopedic surgery resident at Tulane University. This time we’re talking about all the ways in which he’s a doc outside the box. He’s a triple threat – we’re talking physician, podcaster, and now a Best Selling Author with his book called The Med School Survival Kit – How To Breeze Through Med School While Crushing Your Exams. What’s even more impressive, he accomplished the majority of this while he was a medical student! Things to pick up in this episode: Learn about his background and why this drives him to be as diversified as possible The biggest lesson he’s learned from failing How acknowledging his weakness has made his more productive His quick tips for writing a book How he answers #imnotjustadoc   Resources mentioned in this episode: Will Smith – What Skydiving Taught Me About Fear | Storytime Convos with Cole Sam Collier Rana Campbell Tim Ferrriss Show Dreams in Drive Podcast The Med School Survival Kit – How To Breeze Through Med School While Crushing Your Exams Rev – Transcription Services   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post 061 – Keeping your eggs in multiple baskets with Dr. Wendell Cole appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY Becoming a doctor is a pretty tough feat. Then the actual practice of a doctor is no walk in the park also. I know I’m stating the obvious, but have you ever wanted to know what life is like in other professions. I’ll raise my hand first to that. Ever wanted to know what life in Hollywood is like? Although it’s not life or death like medicine, it’s still stressful and to some – cutthroat. After listening to my next guest you’re going to learn about the resiliency needed to survive the glam, fame, and rejection in Hollywood. My next guest is Dr. Zoanne Clack and she is executive producer of Grey’s Anatomy. She’s been writing for the show for 14 years now and enjoying the fruits of her labor.  Hopefully, after this interview, you’ll learn the many layers to Dr. Clack. Things you’ll learn in this episode: How hitting her lowest point gave her the drive to go after her dreams How she dealt with multiple failures What’s it like working with Shonda Rhimes Her quick tips to make it in Hollywood How she answers #Imnotjustadoc   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com   The post 060 – Doc Hollywood appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY Okay it’s not exactly 5 minutes, but it’s pretty close. I recently went to visit The Physician CEO program at the Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern University) to get a deeper understanding. Got a chance to meet highly motivated students and world-renown faculty. The program gave me an opportunity to speak to the students about my podcast and what the power of podcasting can do for their respective practices. They asked great questions, but one question on business and DOTB is something I stumbled on. What I wasn’t expecting, but very appreciative of, was a mindset critique session with Dr. Guy Kezirian (Chairperson of Physician CEO). As you all know, I like to keep it 100% – so I recorded this session and decided to share with you. Hope you all learn about the power of embracing your passion and not being afraid to monetize it.   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com     The post 5 Minute Friday – Am I proud to run a business? appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY DOTB Nation! On this episode you’ll hear from Dr. Carrie Reynolds – host of the Hippocratic Hustle podcast. It’s a podcast that features women physicians finding freedom in life, work, and finances. I’m a fan of her show and think you should give it a listen. You can find her show on your favorite podcast directory. Dr. Carrie recently decided to leave the employed physician game and enter the world of locum tenems. More importantly, she takes us through the ups and downs of that decision. By the end of this episode you’ll feel like a fly on the wall when she was making these crucial decisions. Definitely a must listen! Things you’ll learn in this episode: Why she decided to work locums What her “number” was to justify leaving her employed position 5 tips I shared with Dr. Carrie that will help her minimize taxes Resources Featured in This Show: Living a Locums Life with Cheri Wiggins Physician Side Gigs FB group   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post 059 – From side gig to full-time hustle appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY DOTB Nation! I know I left you all hanging for 2 weeks. There are a lot of changes going on in the background for Docs Outside the Box. I always encourage listeners to submit questions to me. It’s much easier to answer these questions through the podcast and that’s what I did for this episode. A valued listener submitted the following question: Hi Dr Darko, love these podcast. Such amazing information for residents since this is all information that you have to learn on your own. So greatfull. I wanted to your opinion. I am a 3rd year neurology resident and thinking ahead as I prepare to lay down my loans and start working. What do you think about the public service loan forgiveness plan over the 10 year period? Also I know you guys cancelled your disability insurance and down graded with better prices with set for life insurance. As a resident would it be wise to forego disability insurance until the absolute end of fellowship or should I purchase now as a resident? Thanks again. Much appreciated. Physician on Fire and Jamie Fleischner (Set for Life Insurance) helped answer this resident’s question. Take a listen!   Check out our Sponsors: Physician-CEO: physician-ceo.com/dotb/ Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post AskDarkov3 appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!  LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY What’s good DOTB Nation! On today’s episode, we are going to be speaking with Dr. Antonio Webb about overcoming the odds. He is an Orthopedic Surgery resident, Iraq combat veteran, author, and motivational speaker. I’m a fan of the concept “reach one, teach one.”  When you learn something or accomplish big things in your life, it’s just as important to teach others who are coming up behind you! We’re going to hear Dr Webb’s miraculous journey from a difficult upbringing, to combat in the Iraq war, and now an Orthopedic Surgeon. Dr. Webb is a native of Shreveport, Louisiana and he writes about growing up surrounded by drugs and gangs, then deciding that the military was for him, and eventually developing a strong interest in medicine in his book Overcoming the Odds. I got a chance to read his book and found it to be an easy to read and compelling. He’s also become very successful on YouTube, with over 1 million views on all of his videos! Things we talk about in this episode: The importance of having positive friends in your life Why being a role model to kids is important to him Compare & contrast living in Shreveport, LA with Iraq Why he’s choosing to live outside the box so early in his career His surprising view on Failure How YouTube has helped him become visible all over the world How he answers #imnotjustadoc Find out more about Dr. Antonio Webb: www.antoniowebbmd.com Twitter: @drwebb82 IG: @overcomingtheoddsbook FB: awebbmd Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post 058 – Overcoming the Odds appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!  LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY What’s good DOTB Nation!! We got physician and artistic sensation, Dr. Mike Natter on today’s episode! He has followed his dreams and it’s paying dividends for him right now. Dr. Natter has a knack for creativity and has been using his own illustrations to make difficult medical concepts easier for himself. And his drawings are really dope! As a matter of fact, he became an overnight sensation when some of his illustrations made it on social media. Currently, he has over 77k Instagram followers. Things were not so peachy for Dr. Natter prior to medical school. On this show he lets us know all the potholes and detours he faced when trying to get into medical school. Pre-meds, you’re going to want to listen to this episode!! Learn more about Dr. Natter: Instagram: @mike.natter Buzzfeed article Doximity Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com   The post 057 – The Art of being a Physician appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY DOTB Nation! On this solo episode, I’m sharing the Top 5 Personal Finance Blogs for Physicians that I read to financially to think outside the box. I’ll admit it, I made some dumb mistakes with my finances before discovering these blogs. Trust me docs, not having a basic personal finance understanding puts a huge target on your back! Don’t believe me? Check out this episode where I talk about meeting an insurance agent at a club! Once I accepted the responsibility, I set out to never be taken advantage of again. Below are the current personal finance blogs that I consume! These are excellent sites and offer a great education without being snobby! And because we’re cool like dat…I’ve even curated three posts from each blog to get you started if you’re new to them. Check them out and let me know what you think! Passive Income M.D. The List of Physician Side Hustles Why I’m Beginning My Retirement Today… In My Thirties What is Passive Income? DOTB Podcast Episode: Make Money While You Sleep   Physician on FIRE Top 5 Reasons I Want To Retire Early Successfull Blogging: 10 Steps to Building and Growing a Website Debt Free by Forty: Why I Chose to Pay Off My Mortgage DOTB Podcast Episode: Financial Independence with blogger Physician on FIRE   White Coat Investor Top 7 Financial Errors Doctors Make What Do Advisors Thinks About Doctors

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY On this episode, I’m interviewing Dr. Robert Gore. He’s an Emergency Medicine physician who is fighting to save the lives of young people from violence in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Gore is accomplishing this through his organization called Kings Against Violence Initiative (KAVI). KAVI is a hospital and school-based youth violence, intervention, prevention and empowerment program targeting teens that have been injured as a result of violence or at risk for violent and recurrent violent injury. If you are looking for the blueprint on how to have an impact on your community this is the episode for you. We talked about the dynamics of being raised in “pre-gentrified” Brooklyn and the effects it had on his career trajectory. I got a chance to meet Dr. Gore while I was a medical student doing a sub-internship at Cook County Hospital. He was impressive then, but to see his impact now…it’s awe-inspiring. Things we talk about in this episode: Having a thought and taking action on it How to handle “NO” and still create change How he convinced the students, teachers, and parents to buy-in How meditation helps him get to that quiet space How he answers #imnotjustadoc   Learn more about KAVI and Dr. Robert Gore CNN Hero www.kavibrooklyn.org IG – @kavibrooklyn History Channel Interview The post 056 – Fighting to save young people from violence in Brooklyn appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! DOTB Nation! I’m stopping to smell the roses on this quick episode of DOTB. Thank you all for listening, sharing, and joining the DOTB Nation community!   “The reasonable man adapts himself to the world: the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.” George Bernard Shaw   Music: Lemaitre – Cut to Black The post Thank You 100K appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY What’s up DOTB NATION!!! Last week, I was in Atlanta for Dr. Drai’s Momentum in Medicine Conference. It was a phenomenal conference and I’m wondering if I should just put out a solo episode with a review of it. If you’re looking to monetize your medical degree outside of the hospital or clinical walls – this is the conference for you! Something else cool happened. MS-4 and host of the Convos with Cole Podcast – Wendell Cole reached out and asked if he could meet and ask me questions. We met at the end of Day 1 of the conference and his questions were so good I had to put it on wax. He asked excellent questions and I have a good feeling we’re going to hearing great things from future Doctor Cole.   Wendell Cole & Me at the W. Buckhead     The post 055 – Impromptu Q&A appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY My next guest is Dr. Camille Hammond and through her foundation, the Tininia Cade Foundation, she is providing support and financial assistance to help needy infertile families overcome infertility and growing families. The Cade Foundation to date has provided over 70 families with financial support for both Adoption and fertility treatment nationwide. Wondering,͞ “what’s up with the name of this foundation?” Well, the foundation is named after Dr. Camille Hammond’s mother, Tinina Cade, who at the age of 55 delivered triplets for Camille and her husband. This gift of parenthood has allowed Dr. Hammond to pursue her passion and shed light on a condition that affects millions. On this episode you’ll learn: The prevalence of infertility The stigma that women feel with infertility Her outside the box story of overcoming infertility How pursuing her passion allows her to give back How she answers #imnotjustadoc To learn more about Dr. Camille Hammond: Cade Foundation Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com   The post Pursuing her passion by growing families appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!  LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY On this episode, I’m interviewing Farnoosh Torabi from the popular So Money Podcast. For those who don’t know, she’s one of the leading experts in personal finance. Farnoosh is also a speaker, TV personality, and author. You can find her work on The Today Show, Good Morning America, O The Oprah Magazine, and the Wall Street Journal – Damn that’s a long list. She’s even hosted her own show on CNBC – Follow the Leader. She’s also an author of 3 books. We learned how to get So Money with Farnoosh, talked about the important first steps doctors can take to get ahead financially. We even talked about how women can handle the situation of making more than their partners! Listen up…you definitely don’t want to miss this episode! Learn more about Farnoosh Torabi: My story Being a Mom Has made me Rich CNBC – Follow the Leader Follow her on Instagram: @farnooshtorabi Subscribe to her podcast –So Money XY Planning Network Nii & Renee on So Money   Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post How to Get So Money appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!  LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY It’s very important to have people from various backgrounds tell their stories on Docs Outside the Box. Whether it’s a voice from the suburbs or cities, the docs that I have on the show offer perspectives we ALL can learn from. There’s a lot of thought that goes into the process of figuring out who will be a good fit for the show. I’m really proud that my guests give great advice for you to live outside the box. And that continues with my next guest…. My next guest is Dr. Aletha Maybank and she brings a very unique perspective on how we measure, determine and improve the health of a community. She works at one of the largest and oldest public health agencies in the world. Dr. Maybank is Deputy Commissioner at the NYC DOH & Mental Hygiene and is also the Director of the Center of Health Equity. We talk about her early career as a hospitalist and how knowing what she did NOT want to do set her on a mission where she has trailblazed her own path to career fulfillment and happiness. Things to pick up in this interview: The difference between clinical medicine and public health She’s impressive, but she shares a relatable moment of imposter syndrome The difference between leadership and management Intentional about what she doesn’t want How she answers #imnotjustadoc   Resources mentioned in this episode: Malcolm Gladwell – Outliers Center for Health Equity Stars of New York – Dance   Learn more about Dr. Aletha Maybank: Story Collider Essence Magazine  – 15 Black Women Who Are Paving the Way In STEM and Breaking Barriers   Follow Dr. Maybank: @DrAlethaMaybank    Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com   The post Champion for the Health of NYC appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!   From being on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean to my book launch, it’s been a crazy month of March! On this episode, I tell you about the journey from my breaking point four years ago to becoming a best seller on Amazon! As always, I’m keeping it 100% Music: I Choose U/soundcloud.com/johnnyrockmusic The post Started from the bottom… appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!  LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY Make money while you sleep. Well, my next guest has something to say about this…and he’s making it easier for all you docs to start setting up passive streams of income! My guest is PIMD. Passive Income MD jumped on the show this week to discuss how to not be so damn reliant on your day job. He too felt the pressures of trading time for dollars and took his knack for real estate to the blogosphere and the rest is history. In two years, the website has become a regular go-to for physicians looking to make money outside of medicine. Recently, his site joined forces with The White Coat Investor Network – congratulations! Things to pick up in this episode: Why he’s anonymous with his persona Why he started the blog His definition of passive income His recommendations for those looking to develop passive income How he answers #imnotjustadoc Great Quote: “There’s never a good time to start anything. There’s always a good reason not to.” Resources Mentioned in this Episode: The best place to start on his page: What is passive income 10 perfect passive income ideas for physicians Why I’m beginning my retirement in my 30s The list of Physician Side Hustles Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com The post Make money while you sleep appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY DOTB Nation! This is just me on this episode. That’s right, I’m solo. On this episode I’m sharing a positive experience I had while on the phone with Customer Service with LegalZoom. You never know where you’ll find inspiration from. You also never know who is listening and being inspired by you. Hope you enjoy this episode. Let me know what you think in the comments section below or on social media @docsotb. Remember, use the hashtag #imnotjustadoc.   Music: LiamM –  Feel like/soundcloud.com/Freemusicforvlogs Gwiz – If you stay, In the clouds/soundcloud.com/Gwiz   The post DOTB solo episode: My LegalZoom Customer Service experience appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY   DOTB Nation! Recently, I flew to Los Angeles to interview an upcoming guest for the show. In LA, I stayed with an old friend of mine – Kwesi Asamoah. We met in college and have been friends ever since. That’s almost 20 years folks! Besides giving me a place to stay, he helped me with equipment checks and recording portions of the interview on camera. There’s more to Kwesi than just a great friend. Not only does he love all things related to the NBA, he also enjoys world travel and surfing. He’s not all fun and games though, Kwesi is formally trained as both an engineer and architect – yeah he’s pretty smarty-art (Chris Rock reference). Last year, Kwesi added architect outside the box to his repertoire when he chucked the deuces to his old employed life and started working as an independent contractor. He hasn’t looked back since. He joined me for my first Docs Outside the Box meetup at WurstKuche restaurant in Venice a couple of weeks ago. We got there pretty early and I decided to interview him about what pushed him to live outside the box. He came correct and kept it 100%. I’m telling you docs…we can learn a lot from those who aren’t in the medical field. I bet those sitting on the fence can learn a lot from this interview. Things to pick up in this interview: What pushed him into bouncing from his employed position The quote from a co-worker that gave him the confidence to embrace life as an independent contractor How we bonded in college over Beer Pong/Why he hates the New York Knicks His tips to make sure you don’t stumble when starting as an independent contractor How he answers #imnotjustanengineer/architect   Recommendations by Kwesi Asamoah: The Artist’s Way Tim Ferris Podcast   Contact Kwesi Asamoah at:  [email protected]   Music: VeniceBeach/Gwiz/soundcloud.com/gwizdb/   Join the Docs Outside the Box Nation on FB: docsotbnation.com   Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance The post He’s the architect of his own future appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY I am very big on paying off student loan debt as quick as possible. Why? It’s not because I did it and want everyone to blindly just follow me. I believe a life without debt allows you to fully realize the potential of your income and make moves that can lead to a more fulfilling career. My next guest is here to talk about how doctors can quickly pay off their student loans or other debt as quickly as possible. Dr. Cory Fawcett created Prescription for Financial Success – Helping Health Care Professionals Grow after a combination of thinking outside of the box and looking to decrease his clinical practice a bit. He has now published the first three books in The Doctors Guide financial series, writes a weekly blog, and posts 3-5 minute videos on his Facebook page daily. After his first book won an award for Non-Fiction book of the year he decided it was time to give up clinical medicine and concentrate on changing the financial lives of doctors through writing and coaching. His last day of clinical medicine was Feb 20, 2017. He now calls himself a “repurposed” surgeon. We’ll be talking about his book – Eliminating Debt. The White Coat Investor called him the “Dave Ramsey for Doctors without the bad investing advice.” I definitely agree with that. I found his book easy to read and the advice was simple and applicable whether you’re a resident or young attending. Definitely wish I had discovered him sooner!! Things to pick up in this episode: Paying off debt vs investing Why you should pay off your debt as quick as possible He answers the scenario of a young Neurosurgeon attending with plenty of debt, no savings and investing Advice to pre-meds & medical students How he answers #imnotjustadoc   To learn more about Dr. Cory Fawcett check out his website: drcorysfawcett.com   Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance: www.setforlifeinsurance.com     The post Eliminate your Debt NOW! – Cory Fawcett, MD appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY On this episode, we get to hear from one of the leading voices for the advancement of women in medicine. FemInEM founder Dr. Dara Kass is passionate about creating an environment where women in Emergency Medicine can act as champions for one another. She is the founder of FemInEM, an organization dedicated to the achievement of gender equity in emergency medicine. FemInEM serves as an open access resource for women in EM, a community focused on career development, physician support, and seeing women in medicine thrive. What began as a blog is now a movement, a multi-faceted community comprised women in medicine all over the world. Dr. Kass, is a Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center in New York City. After completing her residency at SUNY Downstate Medical School and Kings County Hospital, she served as faculty of Staten Island University Hospital, where she facilitated the start of their EM residency program. She previously served as the director of undergraduate medical education at NYU. As director, she introduced longitudinal career advising, innovative educational modalities, and numerous clinical experiences. Things you’ll get from this episode: What inspired her to be a physician. Her experiences at a large urban hospital The origin of FemInEM and what’s it’s like to create something and get buy-in What does it really mean to be a change agent How she answers #imnotjustadoc   To learn more about Dr. Dara Kass check out: Feminem.org Twitter: @darakass FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1383586405303463/ The post The creation of FemInEM – Dara Kass, MD appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!   LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER | SPOTIFY Dr. Kyle Horton is on the show this week. Her specialty is Internal Medicine and like our previous guest, the 2016 general election served as a tipping point for her. We’re going to talk about her candidacy for the 7th District seat in North Carolina. I had a great time chopping it up with her. We get a glimpse into her family background and why as a physician she feels she is at an advantage to be successful in Congress. Things you’ll get from this episode: Why she thinks she has a shot to win this election The crisis of veteran suicide Why she decided to stop clinical practice Her thoughts on net neutrality You won’t believe what’s her favorite TV show How she answers #imnotjustadoc   Learn more about Kyle Horton, MD and her candidacy: drkyleforcongress.com/ Twitter: @DrKyle4congress   Docs Outside the Box Nation FB group: docsotbnation.com   Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance   The post The Rx for success in Congress – Kyle Horton, MD appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Docs Outside the Box Nation!! On this episode, I get to talk to Dr. Jason Westin, who is running for Congress in the 7th Congressional District in Texas. I’m a big fan of public service as well as the ability to rally groups under a unified goal. That being said, have you seen the approval rating of Congress lately?!?! Westin thinks he has the answer to this and believes being a physician gives him a unique advantage to reach across the aisle. Based on the views on his viral launch video, he’s off to a fast start! And watch out! It looks like he’s not the only physician running for office. Fueled by the 2016 elections, there are numerous physicians throughout the United States running for office. Let’s see if they’ll all consider coming on the show? Things you’ll get from this episode: How he juggles a busy practice with running for Congress What his colleagues think of his congressional run The effects of money on our current political atmosphere Why he’s optimistic that he can win in a district that hasn’t elected a Democrat in close to 50 years His thoughts on net neutrality How he answers #imnotjustadoc   Learn more about Jason Westin, MD and his candidacy: westinforcongress.com Twitter: @DrWestinForTX07   Docs Outside the Box Nation FB group: docsotbnation.com   Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance The post I’m a doctor not a politician with Jason Westin, MD appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!  LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Get your notepad and pen ready! Class is in session. This episode we’ll be talking with Art Steele, Host of the Legal-EASE Podcast for Entrepreneurs. Art Steele is a business and intellectual property lawyer who has a passion for working with entrepreneurs and creatives alike. I am a big fan of her show and it has helped me to get things in order for our businesses. She will be giving us an excellent tutorial on things that we never think of such as: Legalizing your website What type of contracts to use in our businesses Entities to choose for your business and even the tax implications How to find the right lawyer Top 5 mistakes entrepreneurs make when starting a business   Learn more about Art Steele: ArtSteele.co Follow her on Twitter & Instagram: @ArtSteele_esq Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance The post Take the headache out of starting your own business appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER My next guest is Dr. Buck Parker. As a self-proclaimed class clown in high school, Dr. Parker is having the last laugh living his life outside the box. On the surface, Dr. Parker is an acute care surgeon working in Salt Lake City, Utah. Underneath that is a man who is chasing his childhood dreams. On this episode, we get to learn more about him, including how he built a million-dollar internet business as a resident. He also was a castaway and medical expert on the NBC reality TV show The Island. Things you’ll learn in this episode: • How “limiting” thoughts can affect your trajectory in life • His thoughts on Physician Burnout • His aspirations to create an online medical school • How he built a million-dollar internet business as a general surgery resident • How he answers #imnotjustadoc   Learn more about Dr. Buck Williams: www.drbuckparker.com IG: drbuckparker Youtube: youtube.com/buckparkermd Music: G wiz – The View- soundcloud.com/gwizdb   Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance The post 044 – From class clown to Doc Outside the Box appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!  LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER DOTB Nation! This past December, my wife and I finally slayed $662K in student loan debt! It was a long three year process of taking extra shifts, reducing our living expenses, and living on beans and rice (maybe even Ramen Noodles).  We got a ton of emails, Facebook messages, and Direct Messages on Twitter about how the hell we accomplished this. I strongly believe in giving you all ACTIONABLE tips on every episode. This one ain’t different. On this episode, I’m joined by my better half –  Dr. Renee Volny-Darko. We get real as we talk the highs and lows of going 0 to 100 with our student loan payback!! Things you’ll pick up in this episode: Individual debt vs Married debt Our struggle with whole life insurance Developing a healthy emergency fund Budgeting Running the numbers Importance of small wins with debt The regret we had about some of the sacrifices we made Check out the new Facebook group for Docs Outside the Box – Docs Outside the Box Nation (www.docsotbnation.com) If you are/want to be a Doc Outside the Box – this group is for you!! 7 Financial Lessons from The Doc Outside the Box – A Physician Fireside Chat with Dr. Nii Darko  The post 043 – How we slayed $662K of student loan debt in 3 years appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!  LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER Happy New Year Docs Outside the Box Nation!! Thanks for joining me on not just any episode of Docs Outside the Box. This is my first episode recorded face-to-face with my guest. It was a great opportunity to challenge myself and take the show to a higher level. Today’s guest is Dr. Brian Williams, the on-call Trauma Surgeon at Parkland Hospital on July 7th, 2016 – the night when a lone gunman went on a shooting rampage against police in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Williams and his surgical team are no strangers to multiple gunshot victims and quickly went into action to save as many lives as possible. Trauma surgeons train their entire careers for a night like this. This situation was quite different, not for the medical care, but for the obvious social and racial undertones. The recent deaths of two black men killed by police officers streaming through cellphones and living rooms throughout the nation and now a black gunman shooting police officers – created both a unique and precarious situation. Oh, and did I forget to mention that Dr. Brian Williams was at the time the only African American trauma surgeon on staff. It’s a lot – breathe! Dr. Williams’ comments four days later at a news conference further thrust him into the national spotlight when he discussed the dichotomy of treating police officers while at the same time having a fear of them as an African American male. A little over a year from these events, Dr. Brian Williams gave a shocker when he announced on his blog that he was resigning from his position at Parkland Hospital. Without another job in play, he described it as going from “Dr. Williams to Mr. Mom.” Without any regret, he is living in his purpose and outside the box as a surgeon, speaker, and now social activist. Things you’ll learn in this episode: Why he calls July 7th, 2016 the worst night of his career His thoughts prior to coming to the news conference on July 11th, 2016 Why a year later he left his dream job How he has transitioned into a public speaker and social activist The story of how Dr. Williams and I met and the positive effects of mentorship How he answers #imnotjustadoc   Learn more about Dr. Brian Williams: Brianwilliamsmd.com Follow him on Twitter: @Bhwilliamsmd Music: G wiz – Nostagia –  soundcloud.com/gwizdb   Check out our sponsor Set for Life Insurance The post 042 – From international fame to unemployment ap

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE ON: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER In this solo episode, I give a review of what happened in 2017 for the podcast as well as in my life! You’re also going to hear my top 5 lessons I’ve learned over the past year! Things you’ll learn in this episode: The show is now a Top 100 Apple Podcast in Careers How easy it was to get Obamacare as an independent contractor Podcast expands to YouTube and Spotify Paid off $662K in student loan debt in 3 years! 5 lessons I’ve learned in 2017 that you can use in 2018 for success Get intentional Stop procrastination & identify bottlenecks in your progress Practice your craft Collaboration not competition Ask for help What will your theme for 2018 be? Links mentioned in episode: Keeping Up With The Darkos Dee-1 Video:   Music: G-wiz/Little Christmas/soundcloud.com/gwizdb The post 041 – Did 2017 kick my ass or nah? appeared first on DOCS OUTSIDE THE BOX.