Robert Peterson, Books by Dr. Robert Peterson MD
Organized across three series — foundational textbooks, the Rebellious Aging Guidebooks, and Bargaining with Aging.
Series
Textbook Series
Foundational, evidence-based references for clinicians and serious students of longevity medicine.
Healthy, Wealthy & Wise
An Integrated Approach to Modern Wellness and Sustainable Success
Dr. Peterson challenges the conventional siloed approach to health and success, presenting instead a holistic framework that recognizes the deep interdependence of physical vitality, financial well-being, and wisdom-driven decision-making.
Through compelling case studies and practical frameworks, readers learn to identify and address the hidden costs of imbalanced success.
Published by Summit Health Publishing • 2023
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Rebellious Aging Guidebook Series
Practical, irreverent guides for living long and well on your own terms.
Brain
The Science of Cognitive Longevity and Peak Mental Performance
In this groundbreaking work, Dr. Peterson synthesizes decades of neuroscience research with clinical insights to present a comprehensive framework for maintaining cognitive vitality throughout life. Drawing from extensive patient data and cutting-edge studies, this book reveals the interconnected systems that govern brain health.
Readers will discover evidence-based strategies for optimizing neuroplasticity, managing cognitive decline, and building resilient neural networks. Dr. Peterson demystifies complex concepts through accessible explanations and actionable protocols that can be implemented immediately.
Published by Longevity Press • 2024
Series
Bargaining with Aging Series
Honest reckonings with the trade-offs, risks, and unknowns of growing older.
Black Swan
Preparing for Rare Health Events in an Era of Medical Uncertainty
Inspired by Nassim Taleb's work on unpredictable high-impact events, Dr. Peterson applies black swan thinking to personal health strategy.
Rather than offering false reassurance, Dr. Peterson provides a framework for building genuine resilience through strategic preparation, metabolic flexibility, and immune system optimization.
Published by Antifragile Health Press • 2025
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