Docs Outside The Box - Ordinary Doctors Doing Extraordinary Things

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Today’s guest can not only save a patient’s life, but also advice on how well diversified the patient’s retirement portfolio is. Okay, maybe this is an exaggerated example, but it’s really not that far from the truth. She is Dr. Carolyn McClanahan, Director of Financial Planning at Life Planning Partners, a fee-only financial advisory firm. She completed her undergraduate degree at Mississippi University for Women and medical school at the University of Mississippi. After residency in Family Medicine at the Medical College of Virginia, she entered private practice and emergency medicine practice in Richmond, Virginia. After developing a passion for In this episode, we’re going to talk about how helping her significant other’s investments turned into a passion that led to her leaving medicine and practicing full-time as a certified financial planner (CFP). We’ll also hear her thoughts on medicine’s gender pay way gap, as wel

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!What's up & April Fools' Day! My wife, Dr. Renee Volny-Darko, joins me on this very personal episode where we discuss how my locums schedule puts a strain on our relationship. A lot of times, locums is described only in positive ways - you rarely hear about the negatives of this lifestyle. In keeping with me being more transparent about juggling my career and path as an entrepreneur, I wanted to share this episode with you. 

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!What's good everyone! It's a special episode for me because this Episode # 100!! On this episode, I'm talking about things that have stood in my way and I have gotten past on the road from passion project to entrepreneurship. Starting April 7th I'll be apart of a free online speaker series called The Relaxed Doctor: Creative tips to boost your resilience and create the work/life balance you always wanted. And I have a complimentary ticket for you to attend. I teamed up with Dr. Sheila Parai and she has gathered 15 business-minded speakers who are passionate about sharing their wealth of knowledge. If you want to find out the secrets to working smarter, living better and reaching your full potential, then register here therelaxeddoctor.com/drniidarko You can even watch from your home, office or on the go!  

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Take a listen to previous guest Dr. Ansari-Winn’s take on how she handles fear. She breaks down her process systematically and makes it easy for you all to replicate and propel yourself forward!! Check out her original interview on Ep 78 – The Doctor’s Life Podcast

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Welcome back to Tech Tuesday! On this second segment, we’ll be having Dr. Afib as he talks about tips on how to create good quality Youtube videos as well as the troubleshooting he had to do to get the perfect green screen. He was a previous guest on Episode 82 as well as a recent 5-Minute Friday. Share this with other people particularly those who are interested in creating YouTube videos or any other type of video for social media.

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!On this episode of 5 Min Friday, I have a newcomer to the podcasting space. Dr. Charmaine Gregory hosts Fearless Freedom w. Dr. G where she and her guests talk about how they face fear and emerge victoriously from it. Besides being an amazing ER physician, wife, and mom – she’s also an alumni of my 10 Days to podcasting course. Check out this episode as she talks about using her podcast to slay her fear of public speaking!

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!In this episode, we have Dr. Berry from The Lunch and Learn with Dr. Berry Podcast - a platform that simplifies complex medical information for the common person to fully and easily understand. Dr Berry knew there was a disconnect between patients and physicians in terms of how medical knowledge was being relayed to patients. With more patients looking up their “diagnosis” via Google University, Dr. Berry started his podcast to bridge that void between him and his patients. He also is going to share his thoughts on the mental barriers that physicians place on themselves and how he was able to break past them. Things you’ll learn in this episode: What made Dr. Berry go from livestreaming into podcasting The hurdles of starting a podcast and its difference from bloggin How embracing change brought new opportunities for him Understand the medical disclaimers needed on medical websites and podcasts How he answers #Imnotjustado

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!What’s up DOTB Nation! Get ready to be pumped after hearing how Dr. Afib…a.k.a. Dr. Percy Francisco Morales was able to get past imposter syndrome and fully embrace being known as an “influencer” Check out his original interview on Episode 82

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Yep, it's Tuesday. I can't recall the last time I released on a Tuesday. This is the first in a series of episodes to help you understand the tech behind creating a podcast episode.  This episode, I'll be covering the differences in audio quality between your laptop microphone, set of earbuds, and the fan favorite - ATR 2100.  Hope this helps. Share this with anyone else who you think would benefit from this.  

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!Dr. Carrie Reynolds, the host of the Hippocratic Hustle podcast, is back to share more about how podcasting has affected her life. Things you’ll learn in this episode: What attracted Dr. Carrie to start podcasting Her challenges with "solo" episodes The early stages of her podcasting journey Getting over fears and things that holds you back How she answers #Imnotjustadoc Things mentioned in the show: Hippocratic Hustle Miss Bonnie Koo, MD Headspace App Princess Diaries Michelle Obama Learn more about Dr. Carrie and connect with her at: Website: Hippocratic Hustle 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!Today you’re going to be hearing from Dr. Jarret Patton (Ep 70). His episode is one the highest downloaded shows ever! His story was shocking, sad, and inspiring all in one episode. He’s back on 5 min Friday to inspire you to take risks and think outside the box. This is a good one...you don’t want to miss it

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!On this episode I discuss the major changes to the website and podcast.  Take a listen. Website: www.drniidarko.com Email: drnii@drniidarko.com FB: facebook.com/drniidarko IG: instagram.com/drniidarko/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drniidarko/

SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show!What’s up everyone! Here is another great five minutes on how to get past your fears and insecurities. This Friday you’re going to be hearing from Dr. Wendel Cole who was a guest on Episode 55 and 61.

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-C

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 #Imnotjust

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 ho

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: darakass@feminem.org 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 Exc

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 st