Ben Carson
Born in 1951
@SecretaryCarson
Biography
Memoir
Benjamin Solomon "Ben" Carson, Sr. , M.D. is a renowned American neurosurgeon who served as the Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital.
Born into poverty and raised by a single mother, Carson overcame academic struggles to become a leading figure in medicine.
He gained fame for pioneering groundbreaking surgical techniques and successfully separating conjoined twins.
Carson's achievements extend beyond medicine; he authored several bestselling books and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2008.
His life story has inspired many, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to pursue their dreams through education and perseverance.