Medivet Leigh-on-Sea London Rd

Downes Veterinary Surgeons

01702 478834

932 London Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS9 3NG

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Free practice car park, Free street parking (with time restrictions), Step-free access

We offer the Medivet Healthcare Plan at this practice

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Out of hours practice

Medivet 24 Hour Southend

01702 526666

281 Eastwoodbury Lane, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6UH

Consult fee £149. No charge for assessment by phone.

Meet the team

Dr Kevin

Branch Partner


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Dr Kevin

Branch Partner

After initially training, and working, as a pharmacist at King’s College Hospital, I returned to university to study Veterinary Medicine at Cambridge Vet School. I have been Branch Partner at the Leigh-on-Sea surgery since November 2021 after working at another local practice for 11 years. I have been lucky enough to work with VetAid on animal projects throughout Kenya, and have extensively travelled through Uganda, working with both chimpanzees and gorillas. Away from work, I follow West Ham United Football Club and attend most games, which is why I look glum most Mondays.... I also enjoy skiing and travelling.

MPharm (Hons) MA (cantab) VetMB MRCVS

Nuno

Senior Veterinary Surgeon


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Nuno

Senior Veterinary Surgeon

I became a Veterinary Surgeon in 2001 in University of Medicine Porto Portugal. I do have a previous Degree in Cardiopneumology. I've been with Medivet Leigh-on-Sea for seven years now, I am the Senior Veterinary Surgeon. I enjoy soft Tissue Surgery and Cardiology. I'm of course an animal lover, and have two horses, two dogs and a cat. Unfortunately they live abroad, but they are very happy there. Outside of work I love fitness and playing golf.

Iris

Veterinary Surgeon


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Iris

Veterinary Surgeon

I qualified in 2022 at the University of Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca in Romania. I joined Medivet in 2023 and have been at the Leigh on Sea branch since then. I have a huge interest in internal medicine and surgery, and I am looking forward to one day getting certified in either cardiology or soft tissue surgery. In my free time, I enjoy hiking and painting. Back home, I have 7 cats and 4 dogs. In my breaks, I enjoy cuddles with our practice cat, Rodney.

Helen

Head Veterinary Nurse


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Helen

Head Veterinary Nurse

My name is Helen and I first became a Veterinary Nurse in 1995. I have been working at Downes Leigh since 2012 in which time I have worked my way up to becoming head nurse. I have a small zoo of animals at home including 3 dogs, one of which Vernon you may of seen around the practice as he comes to work with me, I also have a rag doll, a Devon Rex, 2 bearded dragons and a uromastyx. I absolutely adore hedgehogs and have a breeding pair living in my garden that I hand reared from only few weeks old, they have gone onto breed and produce 3 litters of their own which have all been successfully released back into the wild. In my spare time I enjoy paddle boarding and running.

Laura

Veterinary Nurse


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Laura

Veterinary Nurse

I worked for Downes previously as a qualified Veterinary nurse before joining the Medivet team. I have a particular interest in diabetes and anything feline. If there is a cat involved I am there!

Jen

Veterinary Nurse


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Jen

Veterinary Nurse

I came to Medivet in December 2016. I started as a Patient Care Assistant, then became a Student Veterinary Nurse and qualified as a Veterinary Nurse in 2020. I enjoy many aspects of the job. I have an interest in surgical nursing and have started carrying out intradermal sutures. At home I have two cats I rescued from Pippa's Army. I also adopted two rabbits that were abandoned and handed in here at Downes Leigh. Outside of work, I enjoy going paddleboarding and socialising with friends and family.

Viki

Veterinary Nurse


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Viki

Veterinary Nurse

I started as a PCA in 2018 and qualified as an RVN in 2022. I am particularly interested in rehabilitation and imagery, specifically ultrasonography. I have a degree in zoology with animal behaviour and experience monitoring nesting sea turtles in Mexico and volunteering at both a zoo and at my local cats protection. I have two cats, Moses and Minnie, and a Westie cross called Nora, all of which have been adopted over the years.

Courtney

Student Veterinary Nurse


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Courtney

Student Veterinary Nurse

I started working for Medivet in 2018 and am now in my final year of studying before becoming a Registered Veterinary Nurse in the summer. At home I have a cat called Ollie and a cat called Arnie who I hand reared from 3 days old. I also have a dog called Monty and 4 Guinea pigs. I have an interest in wildlife and exotics, and would love experience volunteering in Africa in the future. In my own time I enjoy forest walks, paddle boarding with my dog and kayaking.

Lesley

Head Client Care Assistant


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Lesley

Head Client Care Assistant

I have been working at the practice as a Client Care Assistant since 2004. Over the years, I have had both cats and dogs. Now I get my cuddle fix from the many lovely pets that come into the Practice with their owners. I enjoy being outside and like nothing better than going on long walks and hiking holidays. I very much enjoy gardening and I have my little veggie patch that keeps me busy. My other love is reading and after a long day I like nothing better than to curl up on the sofa with a good book.

Tara

Client Care Assistant


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Tara

Client Care Assistant

I have been working at Medivet for just over three years. I enjoy all aspects of being a client care assistant but mostly interacting with the animals. Outside of work I enjoy swimming, socialising with friends and family and being an auntie to my niece and nephews.

Ellie

Client Care Assistant


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Ellie

Client Care Assistant

I have worked for Medivet for a year and a bit now. I really enjoy learning new things and I would love to progress to become a patient care assistant. I love spending time observing and learning anything new.

Yvette

Client Care Assistant


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Yvette

Client Care Assistant

I have been working for Medivet since October 2012 as a Client Care Assistant. The mixture of human and animal care makes this a very rewarding, interesting workplace and there is never a dull moment! Outside of work I love to explore and experience other cultures. I am a keen traveler, having lived and worked abroad in various Countries from Hong Kong to Australia. I have always been a keen horse rider and fortunately have owned both horses and dogs all my life.

Michelle

Administrator


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Michelle

Administrator

I have been here at the practice since 1994. I started my time here as a receptionist and eventually becoming an administrator in our office, although I miss seeing all the animals that come into the practice. I have just 1 cat, Sam who is a Savannah, and very naughty. I love reading and enjoy travelling.

Our Prices

Standard Healthcare Plan*
Standard vet appointment (regular opening hours) £60 £54.00
New puppy first appointment** Free Free
Annual vaccination booster £74 Included
Annual vaccination booster incl. Kennel Cough £103 Included
Vaccination puppy course 1st + 2nd £105 Included
Vaccination puppy course 1st + 2nd + 3rd*** £137 Included
Castration (procedure only fee) from £215 from £193.50
Spay (procedure only fee) from £292 from £262.80
Medivet Healthcare Plan - from £16 pm

*Our clients save an average of £225 every year on the Medivet Healthcare Plan. Plus get a minimum of 10% discounts on all medical care.

**One complimentary puppy or kitten consultation per pet, limited to two pets per client.

***Based on clinical recommendation.

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Standard Healthcare Plan*
Standard vet appointment (regular opening hours) £60 £54.00
New kitten first appointment** Free Free
Annual vaccination booster £74 Included
Vaccination kitten course 1st + 2nd £100 Included
Vaccination kitten course 1st + 2nd + 3rd*** £130 Included
Castration (procedure only fee) £87 £78.30
Spay (procedure only fee) £114 £102.60
Medivet Healthcare Plan - £14.50 pm

*Our clients save an average of £225 every year on the Medivet Healthcare Plan. Plus get a minimum of 10% discounts on all medical care.

**One complimentary puppy or kitten consultation per pet, limited to two pets per client.

***Based on clinical recommendation.

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Reviews

4.6 /5
148 reviews
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5.0/5
May 13, 2025
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Was such a pleasure to see Kevin again. Completely trust this man with my two best friends. Thank you Kevin for your open honesty and the way you care for your patients. Cooper and Connie were so happy to see you. Also Thank you to the reception staff who made us feel so welcome.
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4.0/5
May 10, 2025
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The staff are very friendly and the level is care is great, they keep you updated so you don't worry about your pets wellbeing
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5.0/5
Apr 28, 2025
Google Medivet
Friendly welcoming reception staff. We saw Kevin for our dog’s (Max) annual review and injections. He also just checked his weaker leg. He was v helpful, informative and thorough. Reassuring to an anxious dog! Would highly recommend.
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5.0/5
Apr 17, 2025
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Great with stressed animals and owners alike.
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5.0/5
Apr 15, 2025
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Our first visit here and very pleased with the service.
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5.0/5
Apr 11, 2025
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Lovely staff. Very helpful receptionists.
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5.0/5
Apr 9, 2025
Google Medivet
Kevin is a great vet and receptionists are very helpful pleasant and polite
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4.0/5
Apr 1, 2025
Google Medivet
Medical and veterinary care as usual excellent,. Reception staff needs improvement!
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5.0/5
Mar 26, 2025
Google Medivet
Great staff and treatment. I used a different practice for many years but this is much much better
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5.0/5
Mar 22, 2025
Google Medivet
Staff were very polite and friendly and show great care towards my lab Bella, the staff always do there best to fit us in at their earliest appointment. Can't fault any of the staff members there. We love Kevin, we've followed him from his previous place of work. The other vets are also great and offer a great service.
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5.0/5
Mar 3, 2025
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Always very kind and friendly
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5.0/5
Feb 22, 2025
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Excellent experience with our cat check up by Dr Kevin who has a wonderful manner and thoroughly explained how our cat was doing

  • Your vet in Leigh-on-Sea

    Welcome to our veterinary practice in Leigh-on-Sea, where our team of vets and nurses are committed to delivering exceptional care. We offer a wide range of services and access to our 24-hour hospital in Southend should your pet require intense hospitalisation.

    We look forward to welcoming you. 

  • Cardiology

    Our Lead Vet, Nuno, is a certificate holder in cardiology and takes both internal and external referrals. Our advanced technology also helps us understand and diagnose heart conditions.

Medivet Healthcare Plan

A Medivet Healthcare Plan is an easy and cost-efficient way to cover the cost of important healthcare essentials.

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