“The Cookie Doctor” is the personal memoir of Dr. Peter Pugliese, a collection of true life experiences that reveal the pivotal obstacles and miracles he faced, leading to a fascinating career and life path. Currently, at age 88, Dr. Pugliese is actively specializing his research into the hormonal mechanisms of aging, and continues to write.

Peter Pugliese, MD practiced family medicine in rural Pennsylvania for two decades, retiring in 1978. He received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania and earned his BS from Franklin and Marshall College. He also holds a PhD in Skin Physiology, and is recognized as an authority in the field of anti-aging research.