Medivet West Kingsdown

01474 852661

4.8 /5
144 reviews

London Road, West Kingsdown, Sevenoaks, TN15 6EX

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Free Client Parking, Main entrance at the front of the practice with six private parking spaces on site. Step free access to the practice.

We offer the Medivet Healthcare Plan at this practice. Save £240* a year.

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Medivet 24 Hour Dartford

01322 897977

Enterprise House, 8 Essex Road, Dartford, DA1 2AU

Consult fee from £209 inc VAT. No charge for assessment by phone.

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To register with us, you’ll need to complete a registration form. Once completed, one of our friendly team members will contact you to arrange an initial appointment for your pet.

Meet the team

Emma Bestow

Partner and Veterinary Surgeon


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Emma Bestow

Partner and Veterinary Surgeon

I qualified from Liverpool Vet School in 1996 and worked in various practices in Yorkshire and London before settling at West Kingsdown in 2013. I decided to become a vet at a very young age and pursued my dream relentlessly! I enjoy all aspects of the job but have a particular interest in soft tissue surgery. Outside of work I enjoy running and have completed several half marathons for charity. I also love cooking and travelling. In my spare time I volunteer with a wonderful charity called Streetvet which brings free veterinary care to the pets of the homeless. I’ve been married nearly 20 years and have twin teenagers and 2 tabby cats.

Nicola Lawlor

Partner and Veterinary Surgeon


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Nicola Lawlor

Partner and Veterinary Surgeon

I graduated as a Veterinary Surgeon from Liverpool in 1994 and have worked in small animal practice in Kent since then, and I've been at working at West Kingsdown since 2012. I'm married with three lovely children, 2 labradors and various other pets too. Outside of work I sing with a choir and play the piano.

Storm Warren

Veterinary Surgeon


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Storm Warren

Veterinary Surgeon

I'm the newest vet to join the team, officially starting in February 2023, but have been working for Medivet ever since graduating from Bristol University in 2021. My favourite thing about being a vet is performing surgeries. I love cats and often foster cats and kittens to socialise them before they find their forever homes. My hobbies include figure skating and other winter sports like skiing.

Laura-May White

Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse


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Laura-May White

Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse

I am the Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse here at West Kingsdown. I have worked in the veterinary industry since I was 16, starting off as a Kennel Assistant working my way up to qualify as an RVN. I was a Patient Care Assistant then a Student Veterinary Nurse, with Medivet West Kingsdown being the branch I trained at. I am a clinical coach meaning I am also qualified to help our student veterinary nurses become RVNs, helping them through their training and supporting them in practice. I have a keen interest in nurse clinics so I love seeing all your friendly faces and of course your beautiful pets! In the future, I’d love to complete a certificate in anaesthesia to develop my understanding more as it’s an area of nursing that I’m passionate about. I am also part of a flyball team. I regularly train to compete with Lottie who is one of my two greyhound crossbreeds. Both Lottie and Louie were rescued as puppies in a very broken and poorly state. At home, I also have a Cornish Rex called Mia and Socks who is a ginger moggy.

Amie Bennett

Student Veterinary Nurse


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Amie Bennett

Student Veterinary Nurse

I am a second year Veterinary Nurse student. I have known since I was young that I wanted to work with animals, and I am so glad to get the opportunity to work with the team at Medivet West Kingsdown. My favourite part of nursing is anaesthesia, I am hoping when I am qualified to look into extra certificates into surgical nursing. At home I have a staffy called Disney who I rescued back in 2015 and my very own naughty tortie Nutmeg, who I fostered last year and she never left!

Nicola Maidment

Head Veterinary Nurse


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Nicola Maidment

Head Veterinary Nurse

I am the Head Veterinary Nurse in Medivet West Kingsdown. I started my nursing career in 2000 and since qualifying in 2005, have taken on a number of further education courses. I am a qualified nutrition advisor, diabetic clinic nurse and I hold a certificate in Emergency and Critical Care. I also hold a teaching qualification and assist with the training of our student Veterinary Nurses which I thoroughly enjoy. I am currently studying towards a Certificate in Feline Nursing. I have keen interests in emergency nursing, anaesthesia and radiography and hope to pursue further education in these areas in the future. I am married to my husband Adrian and have a daughter, Isla, who was born in 2021. I own 3 cats, Desmond, Pete and Cilla who are all rescue cats. Outside of work I enjoy baking, travelling and spending time with my family.

Lucy Handley

Student Veterinary Nurse


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Lucy Handley

Student Veterinary Nurse

I am a first year Veterinary Nurse at West Kingsdown. I have been working for Medivet for 2 and a half years and have recently moved to West Kingsdown to begin my training. I have been an animal lover since a very young age and currently have 2 cats, 2 guinea pigs and a conure, most of which have been rescued from work! My favourite part of nursing is getting to give your pets TLC during their time with us. I have a particular interest in feline and canine behaviour and nutrition which I would like to look into more when I am qualified.

Jack Pearce

Client Care Assistant


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Jack Pearce

Client Care Assistant

I am one of the Client Care Assistants at West Kingsdown. I have worked for Medivet for 5 years beginning my journey as a PCA in the Dartford region but have since settled here in West Kingsdown as a perma-nent CCA. I have adored animals from a young age, helping my grandad on his farm from the age of 4. This kickstarted my love for animals, both big and small. I have a rescue cat called Rita and a mischievous dog called Betty. In my spare time I like to go on nature walks, go to the gym spend time with my son.

Sam Luxford

Client Care Assistant


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Sam Luxford

Client Care Assistant

I have worked in the Veterinary industry for the last 9 years, previously to this I worked in a large animal rescue for 13 years. I have spent 32 years training within various dog clubs including agility, heelwork to music, obedience and scent work. My hobbies outside of work are photography, caravanning and card making. I currently own two dogs and a aviary of pigeons

  • Your vet in West Kingsdown

    Our friendly team are pleased to welcome you to our practice in West Kingsdown, a short drive away from Swanley, Borough Green, Meopham and Longfield.

    Our team of friendly and compassionate experts offer a wide range of services, including surgery, X-rays and dental care. 

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    Dental X-Ray

    We are one of the few practices in the area that offer a dental x-ray service. Our equipment gives us a full dental scan of your pet, so we can diagnose underlying pathology hidden below the gum line. 

  • Nurse Clinics

    Our highly skilled nursing team offer daily clinics to all of our clients.  We can assist with secondary vaccines, microchipping, administration of medication, weight clinics, advice on dental hygiene, diabetes and preventative healthcare.  We can also perform routine procedures including nail clips, ear cleans and post operative checks.  Please enquire at reception.

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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Reviews

4.8 /5
144 reviews
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5.0/5
Feb 26, 2024
Google Medivet
Everyone here are absolutely amazing. They really do care for your animals and for you and is always looking for the best out comes possible. They are so kind and caring they are just amazing. Very professional too with the right amount of caring and friendliness. Thank you
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4.0/5
Feb 25, 2024
Google Medivet
The practice and the people are wonderful. The pricing is not. I paid £22 for a veterinary nurse to cut 10 claws on my cat.
Google
5.0/5
Feb 24, 2024
Google Medivet
Absolutely brilliant. Shun was probably the best vet my cat has ever had to meet in his 17 years of life
Google
5.0/5
Jan 6, 2024
Google Medivet
always a warm welcome and very kind approach to my animals
Google
5.0/5
Dec 14, 2023
Google Medivet
Professional, caring and informative- I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this practice.
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5.0/5
Dec 12, 2023
Google Medivet
Always find this vet practice very professional, friendly & helpful. Would recommend them to anyone.
Google
5.0/5
Dec 5, 2023
Google Medivet
What a brilliant experience! Professional, courteous, friendly. No rush, plenty of time to explain everything in detail covering all possible scenarios including cost. Well worth the visit from deep dark Essex! Family down here, so recommendations really do work. Cannot thank you all enough. Will most definitely be coming back, and will very strongly recommend the practise to any one I know who needs a Vet! Thank you again, and thanks too from my cat Ernie!!
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5.0/5
Nov 13, 2023
Google Medivet
I have total confidence in the staff and vets at this practice. I would thoroughly recommend them.
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5.0/5
Sep 27, 2023
Google Medivet
The Practice has always been helpful, and gives great advice about our pets and their well-being. I highly recommend this practice. I’ve always had an excellent experience and service from all the staff.
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5.0/5
Sep 12, 2023
Google Medivet
Used this vets for a while now and they seem to just get better Sean is absolutely lovely and so are the receptionists. Never had to wait long for an appointment and they've always helped with any strays I find and bring in Highly recommend
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5.0/5
Aug 27, 2023
Google Medivet
Super helpful , always welcoming put my dog at ease and ease to talk to to gain the best advice.
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5.0/5
Aug 8, 2023
Google Medivet
Amazing service

Practice Accreditations

*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.