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BOOKS BY BEN CARSON, M.D.

World-renowned pediatric neurosurgeon Ben Carson, M.D., has written three books designed to share his life and knowledge with others. His hope is to inspire people of all ages and educational backgrounds to be – and do – their best in life. All books are available through the Carson Scholars Fund, Inc. Proceeds benefit this non-profit organization that provides $1,000 college scholarships to students in grades 4-12 who are academic achievers and outstanding role models.

Gifted Hands by BenCarson, M.D., with Cecil Murphey
Zondervan Publishing House

Separating conjoined twins, pioneering radical brain surgery to stop intractable seizures, and speaking at the 1997 President's National Prayer Breakfast are among the accomplishments of Dr. Ben Carson. But his life wasn't always so prestigious. Raised in inner-city Detroit by a mother with a third-grade education, young Ben lacked motivation. He had terrible grades and a pathological temper that led him to almost kill his friend over a trivial matter. With God's help and his mother's determination, Ben turned his life around. He renewed his faith – and improved his grades, earning scholarships to college and medical school. Today he is director of pediatric neurosurgery at The Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions in Baltimore, MD.

Gifted Hands is the captivating story of one man's secret for success, tested by unbelievable odds and driven by a mind-set that dares to take calculated risks. This inspirational autobiography takes readers into the operating room to witness life-saving surgery that made news around the world – and into the private mind of a compassionate, God-fearing physician who lives to help others. This remarkable man's humility, quick wit, and down-to-earth style shines through and makes his life story a book that readers won't easily forget.

THINK BIG by Ben Carson, M.D., with Cecil Murphey
Zondervan Publishing House

Dr. Ben Carson prescribes his personal formula for success in his second book, THINK BIG. Spelling out his philosophy for living, this world-renowned pediatric neurosurgeon shares how his acrostic can work to improve anyone's life. T is for recognizing talent/time as gifts from God; H is for hope and honesty; I is for insight from people and good books; N is for being nice to all people; K is for recognizing knowledge as the key to living; B is for reading books; I is for developing in-depth learning skills; and G is for God, never getting too big for Him.

The Big Picture by Ben Carson, M.D., with Greg Lewis
Zondervan Publishing House

The Big Picture offers and up-close look at a professional surgeon's life – and his unique perspective on priorities, race, society, success, and living out a life of faith in a complex world. Dr. Ben Carson reveals the spiritual and philosophical foundations that undergird not just his dramatic career, but his approach to all of life. He allows readers to see through hardship and failure, and he discusses his views on parenting, family, and business. Finally, Dr. Carson shares his ideas on seeing the Big Picture in society, including health care, education, and racial diversity. His hope is to inspire others to turn the course of their lives, their community, and the world around with his unique philosophy.