Richard earned his Masters degree in physical therapy from California State University, Long Beach in 2001. Since then, he has received extensive training in treatments of the spine, knee and shoulder. He serves as a consultant to De Anza College Athletics and has been a clinical instructor to physical therapy students and athletic trainers for several years. He is certified in the analysis of golf swings through BACKtoGOLF, and combines the unique training of physical therapists with proven golf swing techniques. In addition, he is versed in keyboard and ergonomic retraining as well.

Rich is a Cupertino native, graduated from Monta Vista High School and now resides in Cupertino with his wife.He is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.He has provided physical therapy services to Cupertino residents for several years, and continues the spirit of the city through active participation in the community, supporting athletics at the high school and college levels, as well as charitable organizations. He also gives talks at local schools about the field of physical therapy.

In his spare time, Rich enjoys Golfing, Weight training, Cycling, Scuba diving, Snowboarding, Traveling and Camping.