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After graduating in Texas with a degree in Physical Therapy, Peter practiced on Long Island for 28 years, specializing in orthopedics. Eventually, he became restless and transitioned into the field of medical malpractice, where he was a professional liability claims specialist for thirteen years, reviewing and analyzing lawsuits against healthcare professionals, hospitals and nursing homes. It was during these years that Peter first began to write, first on clinical subjects in the field of Physical Therapy, then on medical malpractice and risk management. After leaving his position as a Claims Professional in 2021, Peter began to write on a consistent basis.Beginning with what he knew best, health & fitness, he expanded into business profiles, travel, and even political essays.He has also written research-based articles on the high cost of healthcare, anxiety & depression, gambling, addiction, alcohol awareness, advances in cancer care and family estrangement.As a reporter for two community newspapers, Peter has written over 80 articles. Most of Peter’s articles can be found on his website: http://peterchidichimo.com/publications/ The three stories in Mornings on Grinnell St. represent Peter’s first work of fiction, although they are loosely based on real events and memories. Peter is married to his wife, Mary Ann, a retired teacher. They live in Smithtown, New York with Mr. Belvedere, their 17 year old Dachshund.