“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
Terry is a cancer survivor who endured over thirty surgical procedures in an effort to reconstruct his face, which was disfigured by a fibrosarcoma. In his latest memoir titled At Face Value: My Triumph Over a Disfiguring Cancer Terry relays lessons in courage and hope.
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.
To contact the author or inquire about book purchases, please email Terry or call 1-510-693-5340.
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 redefined 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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The following is a list of memoirs about overcoming disfigurement, as well as other relevant books, movies, and music that I highly recommend, all available on Amazon.com
- Mask, with Cher (DVD)
- Strange Angels, Laurie Anderson (Music CD from “The Doctor” Soundrack)
- Wonder by R.J. Palacio
- Reading Lips
- Help Me Live: 20 Things People with Cancer Want You to Know, by Lori Hope
- Make Your Own Miracle: Surviving Cancer, an Anthology (contributing author)
- Open My Eyes, Open My Soul, an Anthology (contributing author)
- Love, Medicine and Miracles, by Bernie Siegel