Medivet The Vets Canvey Island

Our Practice, Facilities and Services

Medivet Canvey Island

Exceptional care for you and your pets

Established in 2010, our purpose-built practice, with two consultation rooms, a spacious reception and separate cat and dog wards, is the perfect place for your pet to receive the highest standard of veterinary care available.

As well as caring for the community's beloved cats and dogs, we are also pleased to offer appointments for exotic animals such as reptiles, birds and small furries.

If you'd like to know more about us, our facilities and the services we offer, please give us a call or pop in to see us, our friendly team are always happy to lend a helping hand.

Entrance and Parking Details:

Main entrance at the front of the building. Private car park at the front of the practice.

Medivet The Vets Canvey Island Services

The following services are available from Medivet The Vets Canvey Island:

Access to Emergency Care
Need emergency care? Call us so we can transfer you to our out-of-hours provider.
Vaccinations
Vaccinations are essential for protecting your pet from a variety of life-threatening illnesses.
Fleas & Worming
Regular flea and worming treatment to keep your pet – and house – free from pesky parasites.
Pet Passports
We can issue pet passports so your pet can join you on your holiday.
Symptom Checker
An online, scientifically tested quiz that identifies how urgently your pet needs to see a vet.
Free Client Parking
Free client parking available onsite.
Street Parking
Plenty of street-parking available nearby.
Medications & Prescriptions
We can provide repeat medications and prescriptions for ongoing conditions – ask us for details.
Disability Friendly
Our practice features disabled access. If you have any specific requirements, please call us.
In-house Laboratory
Our in-house laboratory allows us to run tests and provide same day results.
Home Visits
We are able to offer home visits if you find it difficult to get to our practice.
Separate Cat & Dog Wards
Keeping your pet calm and relaxed throughout their stay.
Microchipping
A small and pain-free chip that helps reunite lost pets with their beloved owners.
Neutering
The best way to prevent unplanned pregnancies; an important part of responsible pet ownership.
Garden
Perfect for a change of scenery and a breath of fresh air!
Free Nurse Clinics
Our experienced nurses offer free expert advice on how to keep your pet healthy.
ECG
An electrocardiogram is used to study the electrical activity of the heart.
Ultrasound
A non-invasive imaging technique used to examine your pet’s internal organs.
X-Rays
A diagnostic imaging technique used to investigate and diagnose diseases in your pet.
Operating Theatre
Our state-of-the-art operating theatre allows us to perform all major surgery onsite.
Dentistry
Our excellent dental facilities help us to care for your pet’s oral health.
Hospitalisation
Your pet will receive continuous, high-quality care throughout their stay.
15 Minute Consultations
To allow you enough time to ask as many questions as you wish.

Additional Services

Medivet The Vets Canvey Island also have access to the following facilities and services via our hub and spoke model

24 Hour Emergency Care
We’re here for you 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have internal round-the-clock care at our 24-hour practices.
24-Hour Intensive Care
We can provide 24-hour intensive care to critically ill patients.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging assists us with diagnosing health problems and planning further treatment.
Vet Blood Supplies
Emergency blood products and courier available 24 hours.
Orthopaedic Theatre
Our dedicated orthopaedic theatre allows us to deal with conditions involving your pet’s musculoskeletal system.
CT Imaging
Creates detailed 3D images for a clear diagnosis and treatment plan.
Laser
Cutting edge technology for reducing trauma in soft tissue surgery.
Endoscopy
A small and flexible camera that examines internal body parts with little surgical intervention.

Emergency Care

01268 511 905

Your nearest 24-hour centre is:

Medivet The Vets Southend 24 Hour Veterinary Hospital

We can transfer your pet to our very own 24-hour veterinary hospital in Southend, where our dedicated team will provide your companion with round-the-clock care in an emergency.

Here, we have access to state-of-the-art equipment which allows us to provide your pet with the highest standard of care. We also have 24-hour access to your pet’s clinical records – through our integrated system – so we can update you on your pet’s progress whenever you feel the need.

If we are closed and your pet requires emergency care, please call us as usual and our phone line will direct you accordingly.

Alternatively, please call the Southend practice directly on 01702 526 666.

Address

281 Eastwoodbury Lane Southend On Sea Essex

SS2 6UH

DIRECTIONS

Opening Hours

24 hours – 365 days a year

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Dr Lizzie Kwint

Dr Lizzie Kwint

Partner and Veterinary Surgeon

I qualified from the Royal Veterinary college in 2009 and have worked for Medivet since then. I have a keen interest in orthopaedics, reconstructive surgery and exotic animals including reptiles, birds and small furries. I have a welsh springer called Rupert and three naughty cats called Tiny cat, MK and Jasper.
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Ian Ward

Ian Ward

Partner and Veterinary Surgeon

BVSc MRCVS trained at university of Liverpool qualified in 2001 Before I joined Medivet in 2017 I spent 2 years working in mixed practice in the north west before moving south since then worked in small animal practice in both Essex and Cambridge. Spent the last two years as an out of hours vet in Essex.

My special interests are emergency veterinary work both medical and surgical, soft tissue surgery and wound management and the use of acupuncture in the management of muscoloskeletal pain. Outside of work I love spending quality time with my girlfriend and daughters. I enjoy walking. Avid reader my favourite authors being Terry Pratchett, Umberto Eco and Neil Gaiman.

A huge comic book fan and have been reading 2000AD for over 20 years. I have caught the Game of Thrones bug (both the books and the TV series). Love listening to music and have quite a wide ranging playlist on my spotify account. I recently got into board games and regularly meet with fellow enthusiasts.
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Maurino Luis

Maurino Luis

Veterinary Surgeon

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Amy Zuber

Amy Zuber

Head Veterinary Nurse

I have always had an interest in animals and grew up on a farm in suffolk. After completing my A-levels in biology, chemistry, maths and physics, I decided that pursuing a career in the veterinary industry was the right choice for me.

I have worked for Medivet for over 12 years now. I have a British short hair cat called Manuel and a collection of tortoises including a giant african spur called Peewee. I do have a love for large breed dogs and had a bull mastiff until recently, but unfortunately we lost him to lymphoma.
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Fredrika Kircher

Fredrika Kircher

Veterinary Nurse

I have been working with Medivet since November 2012, and became permanent at Chelmsford in 2014. I am currently in my 3rd year at college, hoping to qualify this summer. I currently don't have any pets that live with me, but have a rabbit called misty who lives with my dad.
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Raeanne Parker

Raeanne Parker

Student Veterinary Nurse

I qualified in 2014 from South East Essex College where I received a level 2 and 3 in beauty therapy. Before joining the Medivet family, I assisted in a Big 5 conservation project in South Africa where we looked after orphan animals and assisted the vet with his daily duties. At home I have 3 gorgeous cats called Romeo and Juliet, and 2 goldfish.

In my spare time I enjoy adventurous activities and spending time with friends.
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Nicole Stevens

Nicole Stevens

Student Veterinary Nurse

I have been a part of the Medivet team since 2015 and I really enjoy it. For two years I volunteered at medivet to gain experience and to see what it is like in the veterinary industry.

I am waiting to apply for college to start my veterinary nurse career. I have a west highland terrier called Buddy that I enjoy spending time with on my days off.
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Steph Belcher

Steph Belcher

Student Veterinary Nurse

I have a Level Three Extended Diploma in Animal Management at Writtle College, Chelmsford, where I achieved a distinction. Before joining Medivet, I had a day job working at Greggs and an evening job working as a kennel assistant, at a cancer referral vets.

I love my role at Medivet, particularly being able to help with patient aftercare. At home, I have an eight year old Lurchur called Molly who is a rescue dog. Outside of work, I love netball and have played for eight years. I enjoy playing once a week with my local team.
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Emma Whiting

Emma Whiting

Student Veterinary Nurse

I started working at Medivet in November 2014. I have always wanted to work with animals and really enjoy it, currently half way through my second year of college. At home I have two dogs, Rio and Phoebe, a horse called Minnie and several guinea pigs. In my spare time I love to go riding and spending time with the dogs.
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Kirsty Mott

Kirsty Mott

Patient Care Assistant

I started working for Medivet in May 2017, and before this worked retail in a pet shop. I have an interest in exotic animals, and indeed have a menagerie of pets, that keep me busy at home. I have a degree in animal science from Writtle college, and hope to eventually train to become a nurse.

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Dr Gareth Richardson

Dr Gareth Richardson

Regional Director and Senior Partner

I joined Medivet in 2003 and became a partner in the Southend practice soon afterwards. Since 2009, I have been a senior partner and have managed the Southend region.

I have slowly reduced my clinical work to concentrate on strategic clinical aspects for the group, as well as managerial duties, and I am enjoying all the challenges that this brings. I have a dog, a cat and a young child at home, and enjoy the outdoors, wildlife, off roading and martial arts in my spare time.
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Dr Timothy Richardson

Dr Timothy Richardson

Regional Director

I qualified in 1998 from Cambridge University and worked in mixed practice in rural Nottinghamshire before moving to London and working in small animal practice. In 2009 I bought and ran a small animal clinic in Richmond, south west London. In the winter of 2012 I relocated to Iceland, and was lucky enough to work in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. I spent time working in small animal practice and also for the Government Veterinary Authority, before leaving the glaciers and Northern Lights and returning to the UK in late 2016. I settled back into UK life working at a 24 hour hospital in north west London, and joined Medivet as Regional Director for the Southend region this October.

I live in London, and as is often the case with London living, my apartment is too small for pets! I have an Icelandic horse back in Iceland who I visit whenever I can. I enjoy all that London has to offer outside of work, including live music. I renovated an old timber house whilst living in Iceland, and have been bitten by that bug so I am looking for my next project here in the UK.
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Claire Smith

Claire Smith

Area Manager

I began working in veterinary practice in 1994, qualifying as a Veterinary Nurse in 1998.

I worked in clinical practice for 20 years, eventually becoming Head Nurse of a busy main centre of an 8 branch group. In 2014 it was time for a new challenge and I moved to the Medivet Group to become Area Manager of the Southend region. I have never looked back.

I enjoy the varied role and working with the amazing regional team. My job can be challenging but it is also very rewarding and I look forward to spending many years within Medivet family.

I am the proud owner of a dog called Charlie and a cat called Tatty.
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Gemma Cresswell

Gemma Cresswell

Area Manager

I started my veterinary career at Medivet Southend in September 2000, completing my first year of my veterinary nursing portfolio and qualification.

In the summer of 2002, I left Medivet and moved into the charity side of the veterinary world working at the PDSA and qualifying as a Veterinary Nurse. I worked with the PDSA from 2002 until 2015, gaining an abundance of experience in an extremely busy hospital and specialising in Schedule 3 Surgery, Ward Management and Nurse Clinics. I also progressed my career into management and oversaw the running of the nursing team and wonderful night team!

I returned to the Medivet family in July 2015 as Head Of Theatre at the busy 24hour hospital in Southend, progressing to Deputy Head Nurse and then receiving the promotion to Assistant Area Manager in March 2017.

I have a keen interest in neurological cases, and unashamedly obsessed with pugs. I am an avid dog rescuer - currently I share my home with my Pugs: Kiki and Ida, a chug called Herb and a crazy crossbreed called Fraggle.