Medical Board Appointment Announced
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger (R) on Thursday announced the appointment of Dr. John Chin of Sacramento to the Medical Board of California medical quality division.
Chin has been a practicing cardiologist for more than 20 years as a partner of the Cardiovascular Care Medical Group and Regional Cardiology Associates. Chin also has served as director of the Cardiac Transplant Service for the Sutter Heart Institute and as an associate clinical professor for the University of California-Davis. Chin is a member of several professional organizations related to cardiovascular care.
Senate confirmation is required for the position. Compensation is $100 per diem. Chin is not registered to vote (Office of the Governor release, 9/7).