In this episode of The Locums Lounge, Dr. Mimi meets with Dr. Niki Thran to talk about what it really feels like to leave a full-time job and step fully into the world of locums. From exploring new places to building meaningful connections, Dr. Thran shares how locums gave her a renewed sense of freedom, flexibility, and confidence.

You’ll hear:

-The biggest benefits of leaving a permanent W2 role for locums work

-Why flexibility and travel make locums uniquely rewarding

-How community and connection make the locums journey less isolating

If you’ve ever wondered if it’s possible to create more freedom and actually enjoy practicing medicine again, this conversation will inspire you to take that next step.

In this episode of The Locums Lounge, Dr. Mimi reconnects with Dr. Temi to talk about what happens when you finally recognize your value, and start negotiating like it. Dr. Temi shares how embracing locums work helped her take control of her schedule, increase her income, and spend more time with her family.

You’ll hear:

-How confidence and good work lead to stronger negotiation power
-Why reputation matters in securing consistent locums assignments
-The freedom and flexibility that come from designing your own schedule

If you’ve ever questioned whether locums can offer stability, freedom, and family time, this conversation will show you what’s possible when you know your worth and take control of your career.

In this episode of The Locums Lounge, Dr. Mimi sits down with Dr. Eric Toone to talk about stepping into locums straight out of residency, learning how to negotiate, and why knowing your worth is the key to freedom in medicine. From his first single-coverage shift to leading teams and balancing family life, Dr. Toone shares hard-won lessons about opportunity, value, and control.

You’ll hear:

• Why locums gave him flexibility and the power to design his own schedule
• The importance of setting your rate and never working for less than your worth
• How 24- and even 48-hour shifts shaped his perspective on time and opportunity
• Why leadership roles can come with hidden costs and how to avoid the trap
• The difference between “F-you money” and “F-you opportunity” — and why the latter matters most

If you’ve ever wondered whether you can step off the traditional path, take control of your schedule, and build a career that works for your life, this conversation will show you what’s possible when you know your worth and stand on it.