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Jun 2023
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Q&A: Should I get an MBA while in medica...

DR. NII DARKO
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SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE!!! Let Drs. Nii & Renee know what you think about the show! In this episode, we address doctor’s student loan debt and if the public should care or not in addition to answering two listener submitted questions about pursuing an MBA while in med school and bullying in residency. In this episode: [03:51] Keeping up with the Darkos ... Show More
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