The Brief
- Suspension without notice: The Texas Medical Board has temporarily suspended a surgeon without notice due to concerns about his continued practice posing a threat to public welfare.
- Impairment concerns: The surgeon allegedly participated in surgeries while impaired and subsequently tested positive for cocaine.
- Investigation ongoing: The Medical Board will hold a hearing to determine further disciplinary action against the surgeon.
HOUSTON – The Texas Medical Board has announced a surgeon has been temporarily suspended without notice, according to a release.
Officials said Nathan Robert Starke, a urologist, posed a continuing threat to public welfare.
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