Riversmeet Veterinary Centre

Riversmeet Veterinary Centre is part of Linnaeus (a Mars company), as described in one recent review, and the practice website highlights advanced surgical work including orthopaedic and soft-tissue procedures. Based on the website and recent owner experiences, it appears set up for both routine care (e.g., spays, blood tests) and more complex medical/surgical cases (e.g., arthritis management, cancer treatment, cardiology, ophthalmology, fracture repair).

Recent reviews include specific examples of

• •Same-day appointments with in-clinic diagnostics and fast turnaround on blood test results (results received while driving home).
• •Ongoing management of painful mobility/nerve issues with repeated check-ups, pain relief, and clear step-by-step instructions for home care.
• •End-of-life support with time allowed to say goodbye, a candle lit in reception, and help arranging cremation.
• •A contrasting complaint that, since the Linnaeus takeover, the practice became more profit-driven with “unnecessary extra (paid) checkups” and increased costs.

Services

From the clinic website summary

• •Orthopaedic surgery, including fracture repair and joint surgery
• •Soft tissue surgery, including laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery and arthroscopy
• •Ophthalmology
• •Cardiology
• •Arthritis management
• •Cancer treatment

From the latest reviews

• •Same-day consultations (availability mentioned by one owner)
• •Blood testing (performed during an appointment; results returned quickly)
• •Nutritional/feeding advice
• •Pain relief and anti-inflammatory medication management with follow-up check-ups
• •Spaying (cat spay mentioned)
• •End-of-life care and cremation arrangements (helped to organise)

Also stated in clinic data

• •Veterinary Nurse Training facility

People

Named in the latest reviews

• •Elizabeth (vet) — seen for a same-day appointment; performed a full examination, organised a blood test, and provided feeding advice, with results relayed very quickly.
• •Simona Oprea (vet) — repeatedly credited for managing a complex dog case involving systemic lupus, immune-mediated thrombocytopenia, liver issues, and steroid-induced Cushing’s; the owners describe ongoing support and trying multiple approaches to treatment.

Unspecified staff mentioned

• •Owners describe staff making time during euthanasia appointments and handling practicalities like cremation arrangements.
• •One owner with a nervous puppy described multiple vets being patient, answering questions, and using treats to help the dog cope with visits.

Reviews

4.4 stars from 529 reviews. - Speed and practicality in appointments: one owner reported a same-day slot, full exam, blood test, and results provided almost immediately.

• •Ongoing follow-up for painful conditions: repeat check-ups and clear medication/home-care instructions were highlighted for a dog with a trapped nerve.
• •Compassion around end-of-life care: time to grieve, small rituals (a candle in reception), and support arranging cremation were specifically mentioned.
• •Handling anxious pets: treats and patient, question-friendly consultations were noted for a fearful puppy.
• •A cost/“profit-driven” concern from one reviewer: one recent 1-star review alleges increased costs and “unnecessary” paid checkups after the clinic became part of Linnaeus; this conflicts with other recent reviews focusing on care quality and support.