Will I love Gifted Hands?

Dr. Carson’s story is an inspiration and is an example of how a person can overcome obstacles.

Through reading Dr. Carson’s book, I was reminded that it is important to not use life circumstances to deter you from pursuing your goals. I was inspired by Ben’s determination to not let people’s opinions about him stop him from going to college and being successful.

As a person who has had epilepsy brain surgery, I enjoyed reading about his experiences as a neurosurgeon. Parts of this book were heart-touching and made me cry. It was encouraging to learn about how one person… show more.

Another favorite! Raised by a single mom who spurred him to do his best, Ben Carson rose from a low-income, inner-city upbringing to become director of pediatric neurosurgery at John Hopkins by age thirty-three. He gained worldwide recognition for developing a technique to separate Siamese twins conjoined at the back of the head—the first successful operation of its kind. His strong faith, instilled in him by his mom, influenced every decision he made, making him a more compassionate and sensitive doctor. This book combines fascinating scenes from the surgical suite with a picture of a remarkable yet humble man who… show more.