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Medivet Thorpe Bay Shoebury Rd

Downes Veterinary Surgeons

01702 584511

4.7 /5
134 reviews
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27 Shoebury Road, Thorpe Bay, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 3RP

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Disability Friendly, The practice has disability friendly access as well as free client parking available on-site

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Medivet 24 Hour Southend

01702 526666

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

Consult fee from £199 inc VAT. No charge for assessment by phone.

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Featured Services

Vaccinations Vaccinations
Parasite Care Parasite Care
Pet Neutering Pet Neutering
Microchipping Microchipping

Services

As well as our in-house services at Medivet Thorpe Bay Shoebury Rd, you’ll also get access to all the services available across the entire Medivet group.

Meet the team

Van Hua

Partner and Veterinary Surgeon


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Andrew Teh

Veterinary Surgeon


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Zazz Ang

Veterinary Surgeon


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Mihai Cretu

Veterinary Surgeon


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Mihai Cretu

Veterinary Surgeon

I graduated from the University in Romania 2 years ago , and I moved to the UK where I joined Medivet Thorpe Bay Shoebury Road after a short spell in Chelmsford. I really enjoy General Practice. I prefer Medicine to Surgery. I enjoy investigating many different conditions. Back home I have two pets Otto and Ozzy.

Jessica Clarke

Head Veterinary Nurse


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Jade Ktorou

Veterinary Nurse


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Jodie Hilton

Veterinary Nurse


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Jodie Hilton

Veterinary Nurse

I qualified in 2010 and have been with Medivet since 2006. I’ve been at the Shoebury Road practice for three years and enjoy all aspects of my job role but am particularly passionate about emergency and poisoning cases. I also enjoy training future nurses. Outside of work I have volunteered in south Africa at a wildlife rehabilitation centre, looking after injured and orphaned animals. I also own a domestic short hair cat called Marty, who was a stray brought into the Southend 24-hour hospital.

Libby Sampford

Patient Care Assistant


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Raeanne Parker

Head Veterinary Nurse


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Raeanne Parker

Head Veterinary Nurse

I qualified in 2019 and took the position of Head nurse at Medivet Thorpe Bay Shoebury Road. I am "cat mad." I completed my Feline Nursing Diploma which I am very proud of. The kittens in the picture I hand reared, Fizz, Jake & Milo, which was exhausting but one of the best things I have ever done. I have 2 ragdolls at home and love them dearly. I very much enjoy being part of a team and mentoring student nurses and watching them grow in confidence in their nursing careers.

Marian Wither

Head Client Care Assistant


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Marian Wither

Head Client Care Assistant

I started working for the practice in 2000, this year being my 20th year of service. I started as a part time receptionist and am now the Head Receptionist. I'm very proud to be part of the team at Shoebury Road. We pride ourselves on our good service, always putting our client’s needs first. Outside of work I'm married and have a daughter who this year has graduated as a social worker. My husband and I are foster carers for the local council. At home we have three rescue cats, Garfield, Bob and Rodney. We also have a Tortoise called Fred who is 57 years young. We're very fortunate to live by the sea, so spending time at the beach hut is a favourite pastime.

Pippa Bunton

Client Care Assistant


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Pippa Bunton

Client Care Assistant

I've been at the practice for 14 years and love greeting clients and their pets. In my spare time I really enjoy travelling, particularly cruising. I also love watching sport.

Amanda Tucker

Client Care Assistant


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Amanda Tucker

Client Care Assistant

I've been working at the practice for almost six years now. I started on a customer service apprenticeship for one year. I've always had a passion for working with animals and have always worked in the veterinary industry. When I was younger, I worked as a student nurse for five years, before starting a family. At home I have two beautiful children, Tyler who is 20 and Katie who is 18. They both make me very proud to be a mum. I really enjoy all aspects of my job and feel very lucky to be working in a lovely practice with a wonderful team of colleagues.

Miriam Carpenter

Client Care Assistant


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  • Your vet in Thorpe Bay

    We're a team of friendly and caring veterinary professionals who treat our patients like family members. We provide a full range of services and facilities, as well as a sympathetic and compassionate approach. We look forward to helping your pet lead a long, happy and healthy life.

  • Our Vets Recognised for Helping Pet Owners with the Final Goodbye

    Veterinary teams at Medivet including Thorpe Bay Shoebury Rd have undergone special training to help them support pet owners through the difficult process of saying goodbye to a cherished companion and have been awarded Platinum accredited status.

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  • Our Exotic Pet Service

    Van, our vet and branch partner, has a keen interest in exotics. We see all small 'exotic' pets, including rabbits, reptiles and birds. Van is also a fish specialist and can offer aquatic veterinary expertise.

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We offer Healthcare Plans

Our clients save an average of £225 every year with the Medivet Healthcare Plan.

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News

Thorpe Bay Vets Help Curious Logan After Eating Face Mask

When Logan, a five-year-old golden retriever, ate a face mask on a walk with his owner, he was rushed into Medivet Thorpe Bay Shoebury Rd to remove it.

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Reviews

4.7 /5
134 reviews
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5.0/5
Apr 14, 2024
Google • Medivet
As always, friendly and efficient.
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5.0/5
Mar 23, 2024
Google • Medivet
Brilliant Vets, not over priced, and really informative. Felt super comfortable leaving my cat there for the day and he came back happy and sound. Wouldn’t go anywhere else.
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5.0/5
Mar 19, 2024
Google • Medivet
Wow. I am looking after three cats for my friend before their journey to get back to their owners who now live in Australia. Downes have gone above and beyond to ensure everything is perfect. Thank you for helping my friend
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5.0/5
Mar 17, 2024
Google • Medivet
I have an extremely nervous rescue dog who was due his vaccinations but will not leave his crate with strange people present. The vet and staff were excellent with helping me with this. I would highly recommend this vet practice.
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5.0/5
Feb 20, 2024
Google • Medivet
Highly recommend. Friendly staff and made me and my puppy feel at ease here
Google
5.0/5
Feb 16, 2024
Google • Medivet
Very friendly and caring staff
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5.0/5
Feb 15, 2024
Google • Medivet
We would like to thank vet Van Hua, the reception staff and the rest of the team for the care and advise they have provided for years now. Has been excellent care. Thank you.
Google
5.0/5
Jan 28, 2024
Google • Medivet
Very friendly and professional service. Lots of advice given.
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5.0/5
Jan 20, 2024
Google • Medivet
Excellent
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5.0/5
Jan 17, 2024
Google • Medivet
Extremely caring towards our kitten Exceeded our expectations
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5.0/5
Dec 22, 2023
Google • Medivet
Great vets been amazing with my old doggy
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5.0/5
Dec 20, 2023
Google • Medivet
Used the same vet for all my pets for the last 20 years. Always friendly and happy to help