Dr. Schultz is married to Cheryl DeFusco Schultz and have two children. He received his doctorate in Public Health with a focus on epidemiology in 2015. He is the published author of Predictors of Physician Use of the new NIA Alzheimers Assessment Protocols which utilized a quantitative study approach examining sole source data collected through his survey instrument. Additionally, he utilized the diffusion of innovation theory describing how his theory and current data would advance the knowledge of Alzheimers disease and early detection of Alzheimers with an in office physician test. He redefined the diagnostic term Alzheimers disease found in both the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM-IV) as well as the International Classification of Disease (ICD editions 8, 9, and 10) to Classic Alzheimers Disease Symptoms (CADS). He conceptualized, defined, and successfully defended CADS during his oral defense. Dr. Schultz identified a gap in the current diagnostic process, definitions in ICD 8 and 9 editions, scientific medical journals, and the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM-IV) defining or using the term Alzheimers for living patients. He postulated the need for earlier detection of Alzheimers disease and encourages the use of in office tests now available for the earlier detection of Alzheimers as defined by the new National Institute of Aging criteria, testing, insurance codes used (ICD) and related definitions. Scholarship and Professional memberships: He has professional affiliations with the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) wherein he actively works toward fellowship attending and earning qualified educational experience. He presented the value of becoming a student affiliate during classroom visits. As a member of the American College of Health Association (ACHA), he actively works toward establishing a local chapter on our campus, which is Health Services Administration student focused. As a member of the American Public Health Association (APHA), he recently conducted scholarly work with them as an abstract reviewer for student submissions. He reviewed, scored, and ranked five abstracts reviewed. Through his assistance students will earn the opportunity to present their early research during the upcoming annual meeting in San Francisco. He actively works with the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HiMSS) assisting them review their dictionary. As a member of the Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE), he remains current reading professional journal articles such as Zika virus affecting newborn children being born with smaller sized heads and the potential lasting effects of the disease. Business owner: As the President of Classic Alzheimers Disease Symptoms, LLC, (CADS, LLC) I assist family members by consulting with them and offering current information about their caregiving options. My website is www.richardschultz-CADS.com.