See a doctor online in Ballina today
Ballina is a town on the River Moy in north Mayo, in Co. Mayo.
The county town of Co. Mayo is Castlebar, and DrCall looks after patients in Ballina, Castlebar and every other town and village in the county.
Travel time, childcare and work all make a trip to the surgery harder. Online GP care means people in Ballina and the surrounding area can skip the journey and speak to a doctor in about 15 minutes.
Why see an online doctor in Ballina?
Your consultation is confidential and your doctor follows Irish Medical Council guidelines — the same professional standards that apply to a face-to-face visit.
An online doctor lets you get medical advice without leaving Ballina. You book a time, speak to an Irish-registered GP by video or phone, and receive the same kind of clinical assessment you would expect at a local surgery — for the many problems that do not need a physical examination.
- Appointments from 30 minutes’ notice
- One simple price from €35
- Irish-registered doctors
- Video or phone consultation
- Pay only once your GP confirms
- Sick certs, prescriptions and referrals where appropriate
Online GP consultation in Ballina: what we can help with
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Ballina, where appropriate
Need something specific? Read our guides to getting a sick cert online and online prescriptions in Ireland.
Need an in-person doctor out of hours near Ballina?
Many people searching for a “doctor on call” want a GP who can see them in person tonight. DrCall is an online service, so we can’t visit you at home — but if your problem suits a video or phone consultation we are open every day. For urgent in-person care when surgeries are closed in Co. Mayo:
Details last checked 4 October 2026. Phone numbers can change, so confirm on the service’s own website. In an emergency call 112 or 999.
How to book an online doctor in Ballina
- Choose a timeSee the live times on the booking page and take the one that suits you — slots are 15 minutes and start 30 minutes from now.
- Tell us what’s wrongAdd your contact details, your usual pharmacy and a few words on why you want to see a doctor.
- Authorise your cardWe place a hold on your card. You are not charged until a GP has confirmed your appointment.
- See your doctorAt the booked time your Irish-registered GP contacts you by phone or video — at home in Ballina or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Ballina: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Ballina or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Ballina and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Mayo. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online doctor in Westport
- Online doctor in Claremorris
- Online doctor in Castlebar
- Online doctor in Ballinrobe
- Online doctor in Foxford
- Online doctor in Kilmaine
- Online doctor in Pontoon
- Online doctor in Ballintubber
- Online doctor in Bekan
- Online doctor in Dooagh
- Online doctor in Crossmolina
- Online doctor in Keel
- Online doctor in Kilkelly
- Online doctor in Bonniconlon
- All of Co. Mayo →
More ways to find a doctor in Ballina
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online GP in Ballina
- Online Dr in Ballina
- Video GP in Ballina
- Same-day doctor in Ballina
- Online sick cert in Ballina
- Online prescription in Ballina
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Ballina cost?
A DrCall online consultation starts from €35. That covers your consultation, including a sick cert, repeat prescription or referral where clinically appropriate. Your card is only authorised when you book and is charged once a GP confirms your appointment.
What is an online doctor?
An online doctor is a registered doctor who consults with you remotely, by video or phone, instead of in a surgery. With DrCall you choose a time, tell us what is wrong, and your Irish-registered GP contacts you at your appointment.
Is an online doctor as good as seeing a GP in person in Ballina?
For many everyday problems, yes — much of a GP consultation is a conversation about your symptoms and history. Some problems do need an in-person examination, and your doctor will tell you if that is the case.
When can I book an online doctor?
Appointments are available seven days a week, including evenings and weekends, in 15-minute slots. The booking page shows the live, bookable times.
Is an online doctor consultation private and safe?
Yes. Consultations use secure, GDPR-compliant technology, our doctors follow Irish Medical Council guidelines, and the same doctor–patient confidentiality applies as in a face-to-face visit.
What if I need a doctor in person in Ballina tonight?
DrCall is an online service, so we cannot send a doctor to your door. For urgent in-person care when surgeries are closed in Co. Mayo, contact Westdoc on 0818 360 000 — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. You can also find your nearest out-of-hours GP or emergency department on the HSE website. In an emergency call 112 or 999. If your concern suits a video or phone consultation, you can book DrCall any day.
How long does an online GP consultation take?
A typical consultation lasts around 15 minutes, though your doctor will take the time they need to help you properly.
Can I get a prescription or sick cert online in Ballina?
Yes, where your doctor considers it clinically appropriate. Prescriptions are sent electronically to the pharmacy you choose, and sick certs are available for work or college. DrCall cannot prescribe benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids or stimulants.