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.