Dr. Negley was educated at Georgetown University (undergraduate) and Saint Louis University (M.D.). He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. Beyond medical practice, Bud has diverse business interests, which have included underwriting management, theatrical production, and most recently, restaurant and hotel ownership. Bud has never lost his love of science, and still gives lectures occasionally on the subject of preventive medicine, which is his area of special interest. He has lived in Naples since 2000 with his lovely wife, Thelma. They have three married sons and ten grandchildren, all of whom are a delight in their lives.