Ben Carson, M.D., works medical miracles. Today, he's one of the most celebrated neurosurgeons in the world. In Gifted Hands, he tells of his inspiring odyssey from his childhood in inner-city Detroit to his position as director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital at age 33.

"Goodbye Daddy" -- Carrying the load -- Eight years old -- Two positives -- Boy's big problem -- Terrible temper -- ROTC triumph -- College choices -- Changing the rules -- Serious step -- Another step forward -- Coming into my own -- Special year -- Girl named Maranda -- Heartbreak -- Little Beth -- Three special children -- Craig and Susan -- Separating the twins -- Rest of their story -- Family affairs -- Think big.