Dr. Nii Darko

Docs Outside The Box

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Hosts Dr. Nii (Ghanaian) and Dr. Renee (Haitian) are first-generation physicians who paid off $662,000 in student loans in 3 years - while figuring out contracts, career moves, and money management that their colleagues learned at home. Every episode covers what first-gen docs need to know: Contract negotiation and career decisions Paying off debt without family financial guidance Building wealth from scratch The questions you don't know to ask (but your colleagues already knew) Real strategies from doctors who had to figure it out on their own. Subscribe and build your blueprint with us. Down...

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Dr. Nii Darko

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Business

Podcast website

www.drniidarko.com

Latest episode

Apr 6, 2026

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Episodes

Addiction to success as a Doctor and Regrets. #413 Part 2 28.05.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Nii and Renée navigate the demands of careers that breed success addiction, particularly medicine. With candid discussions on the pressures to prioritize work over life and the generational shifts in work attitudes and approaches. Things to expect in this episode: Doing too much as a doctor. Striving to be the b...

Reacting to Am I The A**hole situations. #413 21.05.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Dr. Nii and Dr. Renee react to videos on social media of people asking about situations in their lives and if they are the a**holes for how they handled it. Things to expect in this episode: Are verbal agreements legally binding? Would you out your sibling to an inlaw? Are you obligated to fulfill a verbal promi...

Why we rent and don't own a home as two doctors.#412 14.05.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! As two physicians we're challenging the norms of homeownership, and why sometimes, renting may just be your golden ticket to freedom and flexibility. Renting or buying a house isn't just a simple checkbox; it's about understanding the impact on your life, your career, and your wallet. Things to ex...

REPLAY: What medical leaders need to know about Pre-Meds 07.05.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Things to expect in this episode: We’re in Denver, CO at the AACOM Educating Leaders Conference! We talk about our responses during the first-ever panel dedicated to Dr. Meta Christy, the first Black Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine.  We’re partnering with locumstory.com on a special campaign this year. We give yo...

REPLAY: Is $275,000 of loans for school worth it? 03.05.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Things to expect in this episode: Renee talks about being post-call with OB. Does she prefer working as a locums or doing per diem work Nii and Renee answer listener feedback/questions from text messages Nii & Renee share if they bought a new rental property with Awning Nii & Renee help a pre-PA student...

MD/PhD and still can't match into surgery? What next? #411 11.04.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Dr. Travelle Franklin-Ford Ellis, talks about her extraordinary shift from an MD/PhD candidate to a vanguard of health equity at Exact Sciences. Dr. Nii and Dr. Travelle talk about: Not matching into residency even with an MD/PhD. 10 years of medical school and ending up not practicing on patients. What next aft...

Stethoscopes and Hashtags: Tales from the SNMA Annual Medical Conference. #410 02.04.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Dr. Nii & Renee discuss: Student National Medical Association Conference Recap Global Humanitarian Presentation Social Media Influencers in Medical School Pre-meds and Medical Students Needing Mentorship $100, $75, $50 Giveaway Winners LINKS MENTIONED The organisation that Dr. Nii & Renee use : ihcv.org...

Life in Scrubs: Financial Tips, Locum Tenens Q&A, Kate Middleton #409 26.03.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Dr. Nii & Renee discuss: How life changes in a split second in trauma Going to Annual Medical Conference for SNMA at the end of the week Locum Tenens Q&A from a listener Thoughts on Kate Middleton The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live Review SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE! Have a...

Healthcare to houses: Doctors building wealth. #408 19.03.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! As a high-earner physician, discover how to leverage real estate syndications to carve out more personal time without sacrificing financial growth.  Clint Harris from Nomad Capital joins us to share innovative investment strategies that repurpose old retail spaces into thriving self-storage facilities.  Imagine...

Uncovering the Nepal USMLE Score Cheating Scandal. 15.03.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Join us as we expose a troubling cheating scheme amongst Nepalese medical students sharing USMLE questions through Telegram. We're joined by Dr. Berry, who provides critical insight into the investigation that's left the medical community reeling and cast suspicion over the integrity of medical educati...

Everything regarding Disability Insurance for Medical Professionals 12.03.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Ever imagine a scenario where, as a medical professional, you find yourself unable to work?  Dr. Stephanie Pearson from Pearson and Ravitz joins us to discuss the often-ignored but critical importance of disability insurance, especially for those in the medical field. She sheds light on why securing this insuran...

The Glaucomfleckens - Comedy, Marriage, & Sacrifice. #406 05.03.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In this episode, the Flanary duo—Dr. Glaucomflecken and Lady Glaucomflecken—guide us with humor and humanity. Join us for an episode brimming with laughter, candidness, and wisdom from two figures who have carved a niche at the intersection of healthcare, social media, and the heart of everyday life. Things to e...

Medical students take advantage of national student organizations. #405 27.02.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Unlock the secrets to thriving in medical school as a minority student with insights from Ms. Logan Dean and Ms. Ja'Nia McPhatter. Dr. Renee and the guests navigate securing vital resources, mentorship, and the network necessary to not just survive, but excel in the competitive medical school setup.  Logan...

High Stakes Journey of International Medical Graduates in America #404 20.02.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Navigating the path to securing a residency in the U.S. as an International Medical Graduate comes with its set of unique challenges and profound triumphs. Join me as I sit down with Dr. Simrat Gill from Residents Medical to uncover the truth behind the skepticism IMGs face from U.S. residency program directors,...

Dr. Shivonne asks about locums and investing. #403 13.02.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Join us as we sit down with Dr. Shivonne Suttles, an insightful family medicine physician with a focus on obesity and weight management who wants to combat burnout by doing Locums. We talk about unrecognized efforts of African American, black, female doctors in primary care, and the unique challenges they face a...

Questions for a Trauma Surgeon. #402 06.02.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Join us for a deep conversation with Dr. Nii Darko, a trauma surgeon whose life ticks to operating rooms and family dinners. Dr. Nii talks about the personal sacrifices and steadfast dedication required to simultaneously excel at saving lives and nurturing a family.   Things to expect in this episode: Dr. Nii pa...

Caring for a Child with Disabilities. #401 30.01.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Kelley Coleman, our esteemed guest and author of the book "Everything no One Tells You About Parenting A Disabled Child," brings her candid perspective to the table, peeling back the layers of misconception that disability equates to tragedy. Things to expect in this episode: The thought process of how...

Questions for an OB Doctor. #400 23.01.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Ever find yourself pondering the secret lives of those married to the heroes in white coats? This episode peels back the curtain on the seldom-discussed world of an OB-GYN Doctor married to a surgeon, where the quirks and challenges are as intricate as the surgeries performed.  Join us as we weave through tales...

Failures on the Path to Becoming a Doctor #399 16.01.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Unlock the secrets to a successful medical career with insights from Drs. Love and Uchenna Anani, esteemed Howard University College of Medicine alumni. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for budding medical professionals, shining a light on the importance of self-awareness, adaptability, and mentorship...

Starting and breaking habits in the New Year #398 09.01.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Kicking off 2024 with our sneakers laced and humor at the ready, Dr. Nii and I, Dr. Renée, are your willing accomplices in setting personal fitness goals that stick. Picture us, stethoscopes to the side, tackling pull-ups in scrubs and sharing our resolutions that range from mastering wide grip pull-ups to makin...

Medical Students Financial Implications. #397 02.01.2024

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! As we navigate the tumultuous seas of medical education's financial demands, you'll discover the myriad of ways it shapes decisions, lifestyles, and the future of healthcare. Joined by Dr. Love Anani from the Student National Medical Association (SNMA), we're celebrating 60 years of the organizati...

Giving back: Is it always a good thing? #396 26.12.2023

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! As Dr. Nii and Dr. Renee unravel the tapestry of gender roles in today's workplace, we're confronted by the delicate interplay between professional commitments and personal relationships. Our podcast peels back the layers on how societal expectations can dictate the ebb and flow of decision-making with...

Is my CPA screwing me over?#395 19.12.2023

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Ever been blindsided by a mammoth tax bill you didn't see coming? That's the story of a locum surgeon, who found himself owing thousands to the IRS, despite having a CPA. This incident sparked a crucial conversation about the struggles of finding a responsive and reliable CPA, the essence of seeking pr...

🚩🚩Navigating Career, Marriage and Red Flags #394 12.12.2023

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! 🪽 This episode is dedicated to the late Dr. Jamal Dixon, a previous guest whose relentless spirit and advocacy amidst his cancer battle continue to inspire us. Ep 245 - He beat stomach cancer while in residency   As we raise a toast to our 10-year anniversary, we can't help but share the pearls of wisdom w...

The LeBron James Effect: A Guide for Aspiring Doctors #393 05.12.2023

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! Ever wondered what it's like to draw parallels between the fast-paced world of professional basketball and the intricate journey to becoming a doctor? This episode invites you on an enlightening exploration of the shared lessons from both fields, inspired by none other than basketball legend LeBron James. H...

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