Docs Outside The Box - Ordinary Doctors Doing Extraordinary Things

Trigger Warning: If you are experiencing thoughts of harming yourself, please call 988 or text the word TALK to 741741 Crisis Helpline which are open 24/7. In this episode, we discuss the unfortunate passing of Dr. Nakita Mortimer, the effects of residency on mental health, and so much more. In this episode, we discuss: [04:00] Dr. Nakita Mortimer’s unfortunate passing [06:56] The effects of residency on mental health [10:53] Dr. Nii’s mental health journey during residency [19:55] Dr. Renee’s mental health journey during residency[30:52] Why is this important? [42:18] What Dr. Renee would say to their kids if they decided they wanted to be a doctor [44:21] Dr. Nii’s first experience with applying to med school [45:45] How the pursuit of becoming a doctor affects those in pre-med and beyond [48:44] Why so many doctors avoid seeking help [53:07] Dr. Nii’s second and third year as a resident in the ICU [1:01:09] How medical programs can do better when it comes to prioritizing mental health[1:04:58] A message to