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Former Lubbock teacher starts medical school at 48, lands at Lockney’s Mangold Clinic
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kase Wilbanks , as published by KCBD News
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A former teacher from the Lubbock area has made a significant career change. After 18 years of teaching science, this individual pursued a new path. The decision to change careers came after a…
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Key takeaway After 18 years of teaching science, this individual pursued a new path.
A former teacher from the Lubbock area has made a significant career change. After 18 years of teaching science, this individual pursued a new path. The decision to change careers came after a personal milestone.
This person's career shift led them to rural medicine in West Texas. They are now working at the Mangold Clinic in Lockney. Further details about this career change and the individual's experiences are available from KCBD News.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KCBD News ·
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