This web site is intended to provide information about Terry’s public speaking , his books, and his resource recommendations for others dealing with cancer, sarcoma-specific cancers, and disfigurement.

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“Terry was highly recommended to us when we searched for an inspiring speaker for our recent team offsite, and we quickly determined he would be a great match. Terry is a very skilled speaker, and immediately captivated us. He shared very powerful and personal details of his triumph over cancer and gave all of us the means to apply his gained knowledge and perspective to our daily lives. His story resonated with all of us, and we all came away very touched by Terry’s outlook on life. I highly recommend him! I am also reading his book, At Face Value, and am already hooked after just the first few pages.”
Angela Moran, Communications Manager, Technical Services, Cisco Systems, Inc. January 12, 2012

Terry’s latest book, At Face Value: My Triumph Over a Disfiguring Cancer, was released by Caveat Press/White Cloud Books in January, 2006. You can purchase the book at any bookstore, from the publisher, directly from the author, or from Amazon.com, Barnesandnoble.com, etc.

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Book Description:
Twenty years old and a junior at the University of California, Berkeley, Terry Healey seldom faced adversity or difficulty. He was confident and not concerned about his appearance. Then a lump formed behind his right nostril. Cancer. He fought it and survived, but multiple surgeries and radiation treatments left Terry to deal with what would become his greatest struggle for years to come — the resulting disfigurement. At Face Value explores the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual challenges forced upon a young man by a disfiguring cancer. It’s a story about tragedy, obstacles, and ultimately, triumph.

What people are saying about At Face Value:
“Anyone who needs to see that there are blessings in every curse should read Healey’s book and learn from his experience about how to create a healing team and how to heal one’s own life.” Bernie Siegel, MD, Author of ‘Help Me to Heal’ and ‘365 Prescriptions for the Soul’

“As a physician I found Healey’s story remarkable—not just because he survived his cancer but because he redefi ned himself as a person. He is a model for how we should embrace each day. He inspires and puts life in perspective.” Nancy Snyderman, MD, Author of ‘Necessary Journeys: Letting Ourselves Learn From Life’ and regular medical consultant for ABC News

“At Face Value is a must read memoir that will teach all of us great lessons in courage and hope. Healey truly demonstrates the strength of the human soul. Reading his book has provided me with insights that have enabled me to help others as they face cancer.” David Zacks, Immediate Past Chair, National Board, American Cancer Society

“Despite the hope of eventually curing cancer, those who care for cancer patients on a daily basis and those who have a personal history with this dreaded disease will all be better for reading and reflecting on Healey’s very moving book. The experiences outlined in Healey’s book will make us more positive and compassionate.”William Piche, CEO, Good Samaritan Hospital

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Recent News

May 2012
1 Up On Cancer - “At Face Value: Rebounding from a disfiguring cancer” 1 Up on Cancer Story

January 2010
CURE Today - “Beyond Face Value” CURE Today - article and video

July 2009
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue - Giving Them Another Chance - “Happy Tales” Cinderella Story

March 2, 2009
The San Jose Mercury News, Oakland Tribune, The Contra Costa Times and other Bay Area News Group newspapers - “Alamo Author’s Charisma Overcomes Cancer Scars” by Robert Jordan The Contra Costa Times - Robert Jordan

December 18, 2008
The San Francisco Chronicle - “Pioneering Face Transplant - 80% of woman’s face replaced in unique surgery” by Marilynn Marchione The San Francisco Chronicle - Marilyn Marchione

February 29, 2008

The Contra Costa Times/San Ramon Valley Times - “Disfiguring Cancer Spurs Book” by Cindy Luck The Contra Costa Times - Cindy Luck

February 19, 2007

The Catholic Voice - “He Rebuit His Life After CancerRavaged His Face” by Carrie McClish The Catholic Voice - Carrie McClish

February 5, 2007

Sierra Sun - “Local Cancer Survivor Sharing His Story” by Sierra Countis Sierra Sun - Sierra Countis

August 11, 2006

Moonshine Ink - “An Honest Reflection on Cancer” by Eve Quesnel Moonshine Ink, (Download PDF)

June 9, 2006

Danville Weekly - “Face to Face: Disfiguration Causes Alamo Man To Look Deeper Into Himself” by Jordan Doronila Danville Weekly - Jordan Doronila

June 2, 2006

Sierra Sun/North Lake Tahoe Bonanza - “Beyond Appearances: After 30 Reconstructive Face Surgeries, Man Inspires Others” by Christine Stanley Sierra Sun/North Lake Tahoe Bonanza - Christine Stanley

September 29, 2005

Richmond Times-Dispatch - “Face Transplants: Physicians are Taking Facial Tissue from Cadaver and Transplanting it” by Tammie Smith
Richmond Times-Dispatch - Tammie Smith