Tom Yarbrough, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, has joined Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists (CRES) as clinical director, effective Aug. 19.

Yarbrough is an equine surgeon with extensive experience treating racehorses. The CRES, located in Elmont, New York, near the Belmont Park, is an extension of the Cornell University Hospital for Animals.

As clinical director, Yarbrough will work with the chief medical officer to develop a strategic plan for CRES and he will be responsible for its day-to-day implementation. In addition, Yarbrough is charged with developing clientele and referring veterinary groups, providing outreach and consultation in surgical services, and leading the clinical program at CRES.

As senior veterinarian, Yarbrough will expand the practice’s capacity in orthopedic surgery, and imagery as well as diseases of the airway, minimally invasive techniques, and ophthalmologic and abdominal surgery