Dr. Cushing is a second-generation veterinarian, learning from his father Dr. Laurence (Larry) S. Cushing, who owned and operated Equine Gambit Inc. in Warwick, MD. Clarke began his education at the University of Maryland in the field of Animal Science where he graduated with honors. He then furthered his education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, earning his Veterinary Medical Doctorate in 1978.

Dr. Cushing began his career at the Equine Gambit specializing in equine sports medicine, rehabilitation and reproduction, started his own mobile equine practice in the Spring of 1986, and joined EVC in the Summer of 2018. We are lucky to add such a well-respected and experienced clinician to our practice... he welcomes the opportunity to further earn your trust by delivering caring, quality, and up-to-date equine care.