Governor Abbott Appoints Five to Podiatric Medical Examiners Advisory Board

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AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Cirenia Terrazas and reappointed Michael Lunsford, D.P.M. and Joe E. Martin, D.P.M. to the Podiatric Medical Examiners Advisory Board for terms set to expire on February 1, 2025. Additionally, the Governor appointed Nancy Windham and Yvette Hernandez for a term set to expire February 1, 2021, and February 1, 2023, respectively. The advisory board provides advice and recommendations to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation on technical matters relevant to the regulation of the practice of podiatry.

Maria “Yvette” Hernandez of Rio Grande City is the owner of E-Tax Solutions LLC and the owner of La Paz Cemetery Corporation in Rio Grande City. She is a member of the National Association of Tax Preparers and Texas Cemetery Association. Hernandez received a Bachelor of Arts in English from The University of Texas-Pan American.

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