Here's a breakdown:
* The Accident: Strange, a brilliant but arrogant neurosurgeon, suffers a severe car accident that leaves his hands permanently damaged. He loses his surgical ability, which is the core of his identity and his source of pride.
* Desperation and Search for a Cure: Devastated and consumed by his injuries, Strange seeks any possible cure, even venturing into the realm of the mystical and the unknown.
* The Ancient One: He finds the Ancient One, a powerful sorcerer, in the Himalayas. The Ancient One, recognizing Strange's potential and desperation, agrees to train him in the mystic arts.
* Training and Transformation: Strange undergoes a rigorous training program under the Ancient One, mastering various forms of magic, including spells, incantations, and the use of mystical artifacts.
* Embrace of the Sorcerer Supreme: Through his training, Strange develops the power to manipulate time, energy, and other mystical forces. He eventually becomes the Sorcerer Supreme, tasked with protecting Earth from magical threats.
Key Points:
* His powers are not innate: He didn't have them from birth, but rather obtained them through mystical training and connection to the mystical forces.
* His ego and arrogance play a role: His initial arrogance and inability to accept his limitations initially hinder his progress. His journey to becoming the Sorcerer Supreme is a story of overcoming his flaws and embracing the mystical.
This is the basic premise of Dr. Strange's origin story, though specific details may vary across different adaptations (comics, movies, etc.).