Thursday, March 11, 2010
 

Dr. Ben Carson

Dr. Benjamin Carson is a professor of neurosurgery, plastic surgery, oncology, and pediatrics, and the director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions. He is also the author of three other bestselling books--Gifted Hands, Think Big, and The Big Picture. He serves on the corporate boards of the Kellogg Company, Costco Wholesale Corp., and American's Promise, among others, and is an Emeritus Fellow of the Yale Corporation. He and his wife, Candy, are the parents of three grown sons and live in Baltimore County, Maryland.

Ben Carson Portrait

Gifted Hands DVD Image

GIFTED HANDS DVD NEW!

The inspiring movie based on the remarkable life of Dr. Ben Carson. This movie illustrates the fascinating story of a young boy’s struggle to become one of the top pediatric neurosurgeons. Featuring acclaimed actors Cuba Gooding, Jr. and Kimberly Elise. Originally aired on TNT.

Gifted Hands Book Cover

GIFTED HANDS by Ben Carson

“The inspiring true story of a frustrated inner-city kid whose faith in God helped him become director of pediatric neurosurgery at the prestigious Johns Hopkins University Hospital.”

Take The Risk Book Cover

TAKE THE RISK by Ben Carson

“You can find our culture’s obsession with avoiding risk everywhere, from multiple insurance policies to crash-tested vehicles. But is ducking risk the most productive way for us to live? Surgeon and author Dr. Ben Carson, who faces risk on a daily basis, offers an inspiring message on how accepting risk can lead us to a higher purpose.”

Gifted Hands DVD Image

GIFTED HANDS Kids Edition

“In this special Johnson & Johnson TNT movie tie-in edition, kids will read how Ben Carson, an African-American, was able to accomplish his dream through faith and determination. Includes photographs of Ben and his family growing up with a special 8-page color photo section of movie and behind-the-scene images. “

Think Big Book Cover

THINK BIG by Ben Carson

“After telling the story of how he overcame an inner-city background to become a world renowned neurosurgeon (Gifted Hands), Dr. Ben Carson now gives an inspirational look at the philosophy of life that helped him meet life's obstacles and leap over them.”

The Big Picture Book Cover

THE BIG PICTURE by Ben Carson

“Dr. Ben Carson shares how to get perspective on what's really important in life. He shares the spiritual and philosophical foundations that shaped his life.”