The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
- (1) Consultant--An individual with specialized knowledge or training selected by the agency to review complaints and investigations filed by the agency.
- (2) Expert Panel--Physicians appointed by the board to consider particular complaints related to alleged violations of standard of care.
- (3) Expert Panel Member--A physician appointed by the board to assist in investigations filed by the agency involving alleged violations of the standard of care as set out in §154.058 of the Act.
- (4) Expert Witness--An individual with specialized knowledge or training who contracts with the board to provide expert opinions in the investigation and resolution of disciplinary matters.
Source Note:The provisions of this §182.3 adopted to be effective November 30, 2003, 28 TexReg 10492.