Rule 30-2645-1.2 - Definitions For the purpose of Part 2645, Chapter 1 only, the following terms have the meanings indicated:
A. "Board" means the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure. B. "Mississippi Medical Practice Act" means Sections 73-25-1, et seq., pertaining to licensure and discipline of individuals practicing medicine or osteopathic medicine, and Sections 73-27-1, et seq., pertaining to licensure and discipline of individuals practicing podiatric medicine, or any amendments or additions to said statutes which may hereinafter be made. C. "Licensee" or "Physician" means any individual licensed to practice medicine, osteopathic medicine or podiatric medicine in the state of Mississippi. D. "Respondent" means a physician against whom a disciplinary proceeding has been initiated. E. "Complaint Counsel" means the attorney retained by the Board to prosecute physicians pursuant to the Mississippi Medical Practice Act. F. "Executive Director" means the chief executive officer or other designee employed by the Board to run the day to day operations of the Board. 30 Miss. Code. R. 2645-1.2
Miss. Code Ann. § 73-43-11 (1972, as amended).