Penmar Equine Veterinary Practice

Dr. Nusbaum was born and raised in Gapland, MD a small rural community in Washington County. Growing up, she competed successfully in the Hunters all the way through Amatuer/Owners. A love of horses was instilled in her early, and followed her through high school and college. After graduating from West Chester University in PA, she worked for a year as a nurse at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center in Leesburg VA. The valuable experience solidified the goal of becoming an equine veterinarian. Moira attended the VA-MD Regional College of veterinary medicine, graduating in May 2010. Soon after graduating, Moira accepted a position at the Piedmont Equine Practice, in The Plains, VA - an area known for its dense population of sport horses. Despite being offered an opportunity to stay on at Piedmont long term, Moira decided to follow her heart and move home to start her own practice. She founded PenMar Equine in June 2011 and has enjoyed all aspects of practice ownership since. Moira married her high school sweetheart Stinson in 2009 and together they welcomed Colten in 2014. In her spare time (funny!) Moira does ride her horse 'Three' mostly on the trails.