Mark Nelson Vets – Vets in Westerham
Clinic Overview
- Long-term loyalty stands out, with several owners saying they have stayed with the practice for many years, including one for about 30 years. - Vets and support staff are frequently described as kind, caring, professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate. - Recent comments also praise the practical side of visits: a clean surgery, short waits, welcoming reception staff, and low-stress handling for an anxious older dog.
Mark Nelson Vets is a small-animal practice in Westerham, established in 1982 by Mark Nelson and his father, Michael, and now part of VetPartners. The practice is set up for everyday primary-care work, including vaccinations, health checks and monitoring of long-term conditions, with in-house diagnostics such as x-ray, ultrasound, blood pressure monitoring and an in-house lab. It also has modern anaesthetic equipment, including electrically warmed surgery tables. Recent feedback is very positive, with owners often highlighting kind, professional care and clear explanations.
Services
- •Routine veterinary care: consultations by appointment, vaccinations including annual boosters, routine health checks, and monitoring of long-term conditions.
- •Diagnostics and treatment on site: x-ray, ultrasound, blood pressure monitoring, and in-house laboratory testing, alongside anaesthesia support equipment including modern anaesthetic machines and electrically warmed surgery tables.
- •Preventive and supportive care: flea and worm control, pet travel certificates, dietary advice, and behavioural advice. Reviews also mention practical help during routine visits, including nail trimming for an older dog during a vaccination appointment.
- •Dental and wider clinical support: dentistry and surgical treatment are reflected in reviews, including a case involving multiple tooth removals. The clinic also offers emergency veterinary services and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Pricing
No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.
People
- •Mark Nelson: repeatedly named by long-standing clients, including one who says Mark has been their vet for around 30 years.
- •Grace and Sophie: thanked by name in a detailed review covering investigation of vague symptoms, dental treatment, flea-bite allergy, and supportive communication.
- •Sonya (locum vet): praised for taking time, sharing useful information, and arranging a follow-up appointment.
Reviews
Google reviews show 4.7 stars from 80 reviews. Recent feedback is consistently positive, with comments focusing on the team’s manner, clear care, and the day-to-day experience at the practice.
- •Long-term loyalty stands out, with several owners saying they have stayed with the practice for many years, including one for about 30 years.
- •Vets and support staff are frequently described as kind, caring, professional, knowledgeable, and compassionate.
- •Recent comments also praise the practical side of visits: a clean surgery, short waits, welcoming reception staff, and low-stress handling for an anxious older dog.
- •Specific examples include annual vaccinations, nail trimming done during the same appointment, and a positive follow-up plan with Sonya, a locum vet. One owner also described the care plan as excellent value for money.
