February 8, 1941 – October 10, 2021
Eloy E. Schulz ’66-aff was born Feb. 8, 1941, and passed away Oct. 10, 2021.
Dr. Schulz was born to a family of German immigrants in Argentina. He obtained a college degree in theology and a medical degree from the National University of Cordoba, Argentina. While in college, he met his wife, Myrna. After immigrating to the United States, Dr. Schulz completed a radiology residency at Loma Linda University (LLU) Medical Center from 1972–1975, followed by a one-year fellowship in nuclear medicine. He joined the LLU radiology department staff that same year, primarily working in the nuclear medicine and computed tomography sections. He was also attending staff in nuclear medicine at the Jerry L. Pettis Memorial Veterans Hospital starting in 1978. During his long career, Dr. Schulz was involved in numerous research projects, primarily in the field of bone density; was awarded the Outstanding Faculty Researcher Walter Macpherson Award on multiple occasions; and was an active member in several professional societies and committees. He became professor of radiology in 1992.
The LLU radiology department will continue to treasure many fond memories of Dr. Schulz. His enthusiasm and gregarious personality, tireless dedication to training generations of residents, and his hospitality and open-hearted generosity will be remembered. Dr. Schulz is survived by his wife, Myrna, and his daughter, Marlene.