Independent Media Index
Publicly referenced appearances and material related to the book, compiled independently.
Dr. Scott J. Kolbaba, MD, is a practicing internist who interviewed 200 courageous physicians who came forward with 26 of the most miraculous experiences of their careers. Dreams foretelling future events, apparitions, and other miraculous experiences come to life within the pages of Physicians' Untold Stories. Meant to awe, instruct, and inspire, these tales will convince even the harshest skeptic that there are things beyond the physical world and sometimes all we need to do is believe.
After completing a tour in the United States Marine Corps Reserves, Dr. Kolbaba attended the University of Illinois College of Medicine, where he graduated with honors and was rewarded membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. In private practice, he has been recognized as one of the top doctors in the Chicagoland area by Chicago Magazine.
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“I shivered. I cried. I read some out loud to the spouse. Please write more.”
— Amazon Review
“What an inspirational time… I was gratified by the unusually good turn-out and the comments received afterwards.”
— D.H., Presbyterian Minister
“Chicken Soup for Doctor's Souls.”
— Mary Ellen M.
Accomplishments & Awards
United States Marine Corps Reserves
Dr. Kolbaba completed a tour of service in the United States Marine Corps Reserves before attending medical school — a foundation of discipline and service that shapes his practice to this day.
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Rewarded membership in the prestigious AOA Honor Medical Society — the national honor society for medical schools, recognizing the top students in academic achievement.
Chicago Magazine "Top Doctor"
Recognized as one of the top doctors in the Chicagoland area by Chicago Magazine, based on peer surveys of physicians throughout the Chicago metropolitan area.
Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2004, 2014)
Selected as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor — one of America's most trusted physician rating services, which uses peer nomination and research to identify exceptional physicians.
Amazon Bestseller
Physicians' Untold Stories became an Amazon bestselling book with over 1,000 ratings and a 4.5-star average. It has touched readers across the world.
Mayo Clinic Residency
Completed residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota — one of the most competitive and prestigious medical training programs in the world.
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Graduated with honors from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, one of the largest medical schools in the United States.
Northwestern Medicine — 40+ Years of Practice
Internist in private practice at Northwestern Medicine in Wheaton, Illinois. Over four decades of patient care and clinical excellence.
REMM — Romanian Evangelical Medical Mission
Dr. Kolbaba and his family support an orphanage in Romania through REMM, where they adopted two of their seven children. Their ultimate goal is to help orphans and street children.
Clara's Magic Garden — Triple Award Winner
Author of the children's picture book Clara's Magic Garden (2023), a story about a girl discovering her purpose. Three awards winner. Developed while working in Northwestern's adolescent psychiatric unit.
Featured Interview
Dr. Kolbaba discusses the extraordinary experiences physicians shared with him — and why they were hesitant to tell anyone.
Transcript summary
Discussion themes from Physicians' Untold Stories: how physicians carefully describe unexplained bedside events, near-death experiences, and medical wonder without abandoning clinical rigor. Full interviews and context appear in the book by Dr. Scott J. Kolbaba, MD.
Physicians' Untold Stories
By Dr. Scott Kolbaba. Check the retailer for current formats, pricing, and ratings.
Video Interviews
Each interview explores different facets — from ghost encounters to near-death experiences to the science of miraculous recoveries.
Transcript summary
Discussion themes from Physicians' Untold Stories: how physicians carefully describe unexplained bedside events, near-death experiences, and medical wonder without abandoning clinical rigor. Full interviews and context appear in the book by Dr. Scott J. Kolbaba, MD.
Ghost encounters and unexplained phenomena in hospitals
Transcript summary
Discussion themes from Physicians' Untold Stories: how physicians carefully describe unexplained bedside events, near-death experiences, and medical wonder without abandoning clinical rigor. Full interviews and context appear in the book by Dr. Scott J. Kolbaba, MD.
Near-death experiences and what physicians witnessed at the bedside
Transcript summary
Discussion themes from Physicians' Untold Stories: how physicians carefully describe unexplained bedside events, near-death experiences, and medical wonder without abandoning clinical rigor. Full interviews and context appear in the book by Dr. Scott J. Kolbaba, MD.
Miraculous recoveries that defied every medical explanation
Podcast & Radio Appearances
Dr. Kolbaba brings his message of spiritual love and hope to audiences worldwide. Producers and entertainment hosts enjoy working with him because of his passion, authenticity, and captivating personality.
Provocative Enlightenment Radio
Exploring miraculous physician experiences and the spiritual side of medicine — why do physicians hesitate to share what they witness?
Mission Evolution Podcast
An extended conversation about when spirit and medicine meet — exploring the boundary between science and the supernatural through real physician experiences.
Transpersonal Radio — Episode 66
An in-depth discussion of near-death experiences, consciousness research, and the AWARE study's implications for modern medicine.
In The Fray Radio
The untold stories physicians carry throughout their careers — the experiences that reshape their understanding of life and death.
The Higher Side Chats
A deep dive into ghost encounters, divine intervention, and the intersection of faith and evidence-based medicine with hundreds of thousands of listeners.
Paranormal UK Radio
An international perspective on supernatural experiences in hospitals — are the phenomena universal across cultures and continents?
ParaTalkRadio
Exploring the paranormal through the lens of credentialed medical professionals who have everything to lose by sharing their stories.
Various AM/FM Radio Shows
National and regional radio interviews across the United States discussing the book, near-death experiences, and miracles in medicine.
Media and speaking requests
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Read the Stories That Changed Everything
Public descriptions say the book draws on more than 200 physician interviews and presents 26 selected accounts.
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