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Gov. Abbott reappoints Dr. Surendra Varma to Texas Medical Board review committee
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· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Details about the committee and the Texas Medical Board's work can be found through the university or the board itself, for those looking for more information about this development and its implications.
A local medical professional has been given a new appointment by the state's governor. This decision involves a committee that reviews medical practices. Further information about this appointment is available from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
The committee is part of the Texas Medical Board, which has a role in protecting public health. Details about the committee and the Texas Medical Board's work can be found through the university or the board itself, for those looking for more information about this development and its implications.
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Category: government Published: June 22, 2026 Source: CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com) Reading time: 1 min
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