Medivet Islington Cross Street

Medivet Islington Cross Street is a Medivet clinic in Islington, led on-site by veterinary surgeon David Rubiera‑Conesa. It provides general practice care for cats, dogs, rabbits and small mammals, with in-house diagnostic support including lab testing, X-rays, ultrasound and ECG, alongside cardiology-related work. The clinic also offers 15-minute consultations, nurse clinics, home visits, animal health certificates, and out-of-hours arrangements via Medivet 24 Hour Kensington. Recent feedback remains strongly positive for the team’s communication, responsiveness and continuity of care.

Services

• •General and preventive care: 15-minute consultations, nurse clinics, vaccinations, parasite care, microchipping and neutering are listed, with reviews also mentioning routine check-ups and vaccinations for senior pets and support for a newly adopted cat.
• •Diagnostics and clinical work: the clinic has an in-house laboratory, X-rays, ultrasound and ECG. One recent reviewer specifically credits David with identifying a cat’s congenital diaphragmatic hernia on ultrasound and helping manage the referral for surgery.
• •Dentistry and cardiology: dentistry is listed, and cardiology is noted as a specialty, supported by ECG availability.
• •Travel and practical support: animal health certificates are offered, and reviews mention travel documents being handled smoothly.
• •Nursing, training and home visits: nurse clinics are available, the practice is a veterinary nurse training facility, and home visits are listed.
• •Out-of-hours and other details: out-of-hours care is arranged through Medivet 24 Hour Kensington. The clinic treats cats, dogs, rabbits and small mammals, and asks clients to return unused medications for safe disposal.

Pricing

Published prices suggest the clinic sits above average, based on a partial sample of comparable services. Reviews on cost are mixed: some owners say they did not feel pushed toward unnecessary spending, while one reviewer felt pressured toward extra tests or dental work and was unhappy with a Medivet plan and the process for collecting parasite treatments.

People

• •David Rubiera‑Conesa (lead vet): repeatedly praised for clear explanations, thoroughness and going the extra mile. Reviews also mention his help with travel documentation and a notable ultrasound diagnosis that led to life-saving referral treatment for a cat.
• •Grace (vet): described as professional, caring and trusted by long-standing clients.
• •Tess: thanked for helping senior pets feel comfortable during check-ups and vaccinations.
• •Bianca (nurse): mentioned positively for helping support a cat’s case alongside David and the wider team.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.7 stars from 292 reviews.

• •Recent feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with many owners describing the team as welcoming, kind, efficient and genuinely caring.
• •David is the standout name in reviews, especially for his clear, easy-to-understand explanations, thorough approach and long-term continuity of care; Grace is also mentioned warmly for being professional and caring.
• •Owners highlight responsive communication, easy website booking, helpful email replies, urgent appointment availability, and support with practical matters such as travel documents.
• •Specific experiences mentioned include senior pet check-ups and vaccinations, care for a new cat, compassionate end-of-life support, and one serious case where ultrasound helped detect a congenital problem before referral surgery. A single negative review raised concerns about pressure to accept extra treatments and frustration with a Medivet plan.