Benjamin S. Carson, M.D.

(1951 - )

Carson is a Johns Hopkins neurosurgeon who performs medical miracles. He led the first successful operation to separate Siamese twins attached at the back of the head and has since performed similar operations on other twins. His achievements are especially amazing considering that he was once an underachieving, inner-city youth. Fortunately, his mother challenged him to strive for excellence and fulfill his dream of becoming a doctor. He attributes his blessings to God and has thanked him by helping others. He co-founded Angels of the OR to fund medical expenses of needy families without insurance, wrote three inspiring bestsellers, and established the Carson Scholars Fund to honor students for academic and humanitarian achievements.