Medivet Leigh-on-Sea London Rd

Downes Veterinary Surgeons

01702 478834

4.7 /5
154 reviews

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

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Disability Friendly, Street Parking, Free Client Parking

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 from £120 - £250 inc VAT. Prices are subject to change.

Meet the team

Dr Kevin Wood

Branch Partner


Dr Kevin Wood

Branch Partner

After qualifying as a pharmacist in 2005, I returned to higher education to retrain as a veterinary surgeon. After vet school I worked for 11 years in a small animal practice in South Essex, progressing from Assistant Vet to Lead Clinical Director. I was offered the chance to become Branch Partner at Medivet Downes Leigh-on-Sea in November 2021. I particularly like the support structure within Medivet, working very closely with both hospital and branch level colleagues to offer exceptional care to our patients. I have extensive experience in all aspects of first-opinion medicine and surgery and look forward to meeting clients and their pets from Leigh-on-Sea and the surrounding areas. In my spare time I am a proud dad to two children. I enjoy skiing, theatre and my other passion, West Ham United!

MPharm (Hons) MA (cantab) VetMB MRCVS

Nuno Guedes

Lead Veterinary Surgeon


Nuno Guedes

Lead Veterinary Surgeon

I've been the lead vet at Medivet Leigh-on-Sea for four years now. 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.

Sinzi Hrapciuc

Veterinary Surgeon


Helen Miller

Head Veterinary Nurse


Helen Miller

Head Veterinary Nurse

As Head Nurse, I’ve been a member of the team for over seven years after working for a small independent practice for 16 years. I qualified in 2002 and have learnt a lot during my 24 years of experience. I have four dogs, Granny, Howard, Flower and Peewee (three of which are rescues), a cat called Eugene and two bearded dragons. I’m a two-time world powerlifting champion and I hold the current British record in weighted single squats.

Viki Ovel

Student Veterinary Nurse


Laura Purssell

Veterinary Nurse


Laura Purssell

Veterinary Nurse

I've been a veterinary nurse for nine years and I enjoy all aspects of the job. I especially love nursing cats and rabbits. I love spending time outside during nice weather and enjoying barbecues with my friends. I have also recently started running and kitesurfing.

Jen Ambrose

Veterinary Nurse


Jen Ambrose

Veterinary Nurse

I initially became a Patient Care Assistant with Medivet in December 2016 and I’ve now completed my second year as a Student Veterinary Nurse. I’m finding the course incredibly interesting and I look forward to qualifying. Outside of work, I enjoy going to yoga and socialising with friends and family. I also have two cats and two rabbits who take up a lot of my time.

Beth Haggar

Client Care Assistant


Beth Haggar

Client Care Assistant

I joined Medivet in 2016, starting as an apprentice and joining permanently in 2017. I've gained a customer service level two certificate, and have volunteered for Essex Wildlife Trust. Outside of work I enjoy photography and walking with my golden retriever Mac.

Steph Newby

Client Care Assistant


Tara Fogg

Client Care Assistant


Leslie Dupuy

Head Client Care Assistant


  • 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.

Reviews

4.7 /5
154 reviews
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5.0/5
Nov 29, 2023
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This was my first visit to Medivet. I took my pup for her first check up and had some concerns regarding vaccinations after losing my last dog to cancer. Iris talked through everything with me to help with my decisions. She was very caring and showed warmth throughout the visit.
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5.0/5
Oct 31, 2023
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Lovely Practice and Staff. My Cats are very relaxed when coming here.
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1.0/5
Oct 30, 2023
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Awful place, avoid if you can. Put their prices up 25% after I had booked an appointment and been told how much it was. On top of that, just rude and corporate. Much, much nicer vets in Leigh, privately owned. Staff and manager are just rude. I hope they close
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3.0/5
Oct 23, 2023
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The people are lovely. The prices are ridiculous. Be aware that your pet may be given the most expensive injection or tablets when not necessary. Options should be discussed.
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5.0/5
Oct 6, 2023
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Vets very friendly my dog never wants to leave
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5.0/5
Oct 6, 2023
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Friendly staff & clean waiting room.. I get sent reminders for health checks and boosters.. They have a great plan in place for monthly flea & Worming... Excellent Veterinary service as usual from Kevin ..Thorough , kind and Honest..He's been our vet for 10 years .. And we wouldn't go anywhere else..
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5.0/5
Sep 28, 2023
Google Medivet
Always really great with my Minature Schnauzer and he’s been in a lot!!
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5.0/5
Sep 28, 2023
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Staff are all very friendly, helpful and caring.
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5.0/5
Sep 17, 2023
Google Medivet
Staff are so helpful and friendly! My dog even enjoys going there
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5.0/5
Sep 16, 2023
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The vet was very reassuring. The staff were all friendly and care about your pets
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1.0/5
Sep 11, 2023
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5.0/5
Aug 11, 2023
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Recommend Medivet Leigh friendly staff and vet.