19 Tex. Admin. Code § 6.53

Current through Reg. 49, No. 50; December 13, 2024

Section 6.53 - Definitions

The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

(1) Board--The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

(2) Commissioner--The Commissioner of Higher Education.

(3) Medical school--A public or independent medical institution that awards the doctor of medicine (M.D.) or doctor of osteopathic medicine (D.O.) degree, as identified in Texas Education Code, Chapter 61.501(1).

(4) Resident physician--A physician contractually obligated to a Texas medical school, licensed hospital, or non-profit corporation to receive residency education and training for a specified period of time.

19 Tex. Admin. Code § 6.53

The provisions of this §6.53 adopted to be effective May 29, 2003, 28 TexReg 4130