Scott Smith has joined Texas Tech Physicians as the Managing Director of the Business
                              Office. Mr. Smith has a BBA and MSA in accounting from Texas Tech University, together with
                              approximately 13.5 years of experience working in healthcare administration, as well
                              as 12 years of accounting experience.  His healthcare experience included management
                              of medical business offices; in day-to-day financial, facility and staff management;
                              team building to obtain organizational goals; development of patient care programs;
                              development of marketing, promotional, and outreach programs to promote facilities,
                              programs, and physicians; and interacting with other organizations to facilitate ongoing
                              services and manage ongoing relationships.  Mr. Smith also has experience with financial
                              reporting and analyses as well as internal control systems to ensure proper and efficient
                              operations and facilitate solid decision making.  Mr. Smith has successfully completed
                              testing for all sections of the CPA exam and will soon be a licensed CPA. He worked
                              in public accounting for one of the “Big-Four” accounting firms early in his career.
               “We are very pleased to have Mr. Smith as part of our team and believe that his experience
                              and expertise will be helpful as we continue our journey to being a top tier practice
                              in all aspects of our operation,” said Brent D. Magers, CEO of Texas Tech Physicians.
                              “Please welcome him as you have opportunity.”