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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Disability Friendly, Street Parking, Free Client Parking

We offer the Medivet Healthcare Plan at this practice. Save £305* a year.

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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.

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 pet 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 pet client.

***Based on clinical recommendation.

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How to register with us

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1. Create an online account

This will give you access to our online services and make managing your pet's health simple and convenient.

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2. Enter your pet details

Share your pet's details to help us offer personalised care and ensure a smooth first visit.

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3. Book initial appointment

Select a convenient date and time for your pet's first appointment using our online booking system.

Need help registering?

Complete our registration form with all of your details and one of our friendly team members will contact you to discuss your registration and book your initial appointment.

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.

  • 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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4.7 /5
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5.0/5
Nov 11, 2024
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Our dog is a member of our family and when she is ill we are able to seek comfort and reassurance as we have complete faith in our vet (Kevin) that she is in safe hands and he has 100% her welfare foremost. Kevin understands Luna and treats her as an individual working with her emotional character and her physical needs. We highly recommend
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5.0/5
Nov 5, 2024
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
Oct 26, 2024
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Medivet in leigh on sea very good service and friendly and helpful staff
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5.0/5
Oct 22, 2024
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All the staff are very helpful and professional and go out of their way to ensure all your and your pets needs are met and go over and above expectations.
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5.0/5
Oct 10, 2024
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Always super friendly and supportive I live a fair distance away from the practice but I won’t chance due to how well we are looked after
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5.0/5
Oct 4, 2024
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First time used Medivet Leigh as just moved to area. How are these staff absolutely First class, from listening and caring. Plus putting the owner first as well as your pet. Thank you Medivet Downes Surgery Leigh.
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5.0/5
Oct 3, 2024
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Best vets in Leigh. Caring in every way couldn’t wish for better for my dogs. Thank you x
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5.0/5
Sep 7, 2024
Google Medivet
First time taking our cat to get a health check and signed onto a care plan. All the staff have been extremely helpful, kind and patient from booking to the first visit. Reception staff have made everything a breeze as well as the veterinarian being very knowledgeable and reassuring!
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4.0/5
Aug 22, 2024
Google Medivet
Always happy with the service received at Downes Vets.
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5.0/5
Aug 2, 2024
Google Medivet
I was very impressed with the safe way the surgery is being operated during the Covid crisis whilst staying open to treat our pets. And most importantly I am always confident that my much loved cats are treated well by the vets. Thank you.
VetHelpDirect
5.0/5
Jul 3, 2024
VetHelpDirect Medivet
Around lovely place and staff So happy
Google
5.0/5
Jun 12, 2024
Google Medivet
Excellent service as ever thank you

*Based on average saving for dogs and cats on the Medivet Healthcare Plan over a 12 month period at this practice. This saving excludes the additional savings benefits that are available to these pets on plan (e.g. 15% off dental procedures & 10% off vet care and medication and some food). Prices correct February 2024.