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 after not matching? Advice to premeds who are trying to figure it out. Taking risks in medicine. SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER!   Have a question for the podcast? Text us at 833-230-2860 Send us a message HERE!  Twitter: @drniidarko Instagram: @docsoutsidethebox Email: team@drni ..read more

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 SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE! Have a question for the podcast? Text us at 833-230-2860 Send us a message HERE! - https://drniidarko.com/contact Twitter: @drniidarko Instagram: @docsoutsidethebox Email: team@drniidarko.com Podcasting Course: www.docswho ..read more

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 Pearson-Ravitz: Created by a physician for physicians. We empower physicians to protect their most valuable asset—their incomes—and life’s most important people—their families. Book a consultation today ..read more

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 Pearson-Ravitz: Created by a physician for physicians. We empower physicians to protect their most valuable asset—their incomes—and life’s most important people—their families. Book a consultation today ..read more

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 a life where financial, location, and time independence converge, creating an 'independence of purpose' that many of us in high-stress careers yearn for.  Things to expect in this episode: What Nomad capital does and what is a syndication. Why should doctors who make a ..read more

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 education for foreign graduates. Things to expect in this episode: The USMLE score cheating scandal in Nepal and how long the cheating has been going on. The USMLE planted undercover people on the Telegram group to expose the cheating. What the IMG community is saying. The timeline of when the scandal ..read more

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 insurance early, like during residency, is not just smart but economical, as discounts abound and rates are at their friendliest.  Things to expect in this episode: Getting disability insurance as a resident or as an attending doctor even when you have no room and time for it. What ..read more

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 expect in this episode: What The Glaucomfleckens skits say about the state of medicine for physicians. There is a ban on physicians owning hospitals. The Glaucomfleckens experience with William Flanary having testicular cancer twice and a cardiac arrest. How The Glaucomfleckens try to c ..read more

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 and Ja'Nia , with their rich personal experiences, reveal how the SNMA's mentorship and initiatives provide a foundation for Black and Brown students embarking on their medical careers. Things to expect in this episode: What is the SNMA doing inorder to provide resources for students wh ..read more

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, and the barriers stemming from the unfamiliarity with medical education systems abroad.  Things to expect in this episode: What is Residents Medical, how it works and how long it has been operating. How mentorship with Residents Medical looks like. Why it's so hard for an interna ..read more