Members of the Ignatian College Connection meet Dr. Benjamin Carson and

his wife, Candy. Stephanie Neal discusses with Dr. Carson her desire to study pre-med in college and go on to a medical career.

Dr. Lesly D'Ambola presents the Shaffrey award to Dr. Benjamin Carson.

High school students, some preparing for medical careers, were present at an award ceremony at Saint Joseph's University to honor Doctor Benjamin Carson, Director of the Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Carson honored Saint Joseph's by coming to accept the Schaffrey Award for outstanding service in the medical profession, an award made by members of the Medical Alumni.

Dr. Carson, as accomplished surgeon and author, provides countless young students with mentoring and encouragement. Some of the students had read his books: "THINK BIG" and "GIFTED HANDS."

In his acceptance speech, Dr. Carson discussed how he struggled through the first year of medical school. His advisor wanted him to quit. But from an early age he wanted to be a doctor and his determination helped him find a way to succeed. He allowed that he has been the subject of several "fifteen minutes of fame." But the most important thing in life is "walking with the will of God. " His experience with surgery and healing has convinced him that God is at work among us.