Essex-based VRCC has been rebranded Southfields Veterinary Specialists as part of a £1.5 million upgrade and expansion aimed at making it a multi-discipline centre of cutting-edge expertise and excellence.

The practice, which is owned by the Linnaeus Group, says it will be refurbishing its existing facilities, extending its premises, hiring more specialist veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses and support staff and installing state-of-the-art new equipment. 

In addition, it plans to refresh its intern programme and launch a nurse training programme. 

A six-month programme of building works will include a new reception area, consultation room and medicine and surgery wards. 

New services and facilities will include a cat ward, X-ray department and endoscopy and chemotherapy facilities. 

Operations manager Daniel Hogan (pictured right), said: "This is a very exciting period as we grow in every possible area and work more closely with referring practices to continue to develop our bespoke and exceptional service for patients and clients. 

"Our aim is aspiring and simple: to create the very best referral centre possible by bringing together the expertise of the very best of veterinary professionals supported by the very latest in technological innovation."

For more information about Southfields Veterinary Specialists, visit: www.southfields.co.uk. 

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