See a doctor online in Galway City today
Galway City is a lively university city on Galway Bay where the River Corrib meets the sea, in Co. Galway.
As the county town of Co. Galway, Galway City is a natural hub for the surrounding area, and DrCall serves patients right across the county.
An in-person GP appointment in Galway City isn't always quick to get. With an online consultation you can speak to a doctor from home or work, have prescriptions sent to your local pharmacy and get a sick cert where clinically appropriate.
Book an online Dr in Galway City
Every consultation is with a fully qualified doctor registered in Ireland, not a chatbot or a symptom checker. You explain what is wrong, your doctor asks the questions a GP would ask in the surgery, and together you agree what happens next.
Booking takes a couple of minutes: pick a slot, add your details, authorise your card and wait for your doctor to confirm. You are only charged once the appointment is confirmed.
- Same-day appointments, 7 days a week
- Clear next steps, prescriptions and certificates where appropriate
- From €35, charged only when confirmed
- A real, Irish-registered doctor — never a chatbot
- Video or phone, from home or work
Online GP consultation in Galway City: what we can help with
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
- Same-day GP appointments by video or phone (subject to availability)
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Galway City, 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 Galway City?
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. Galway:
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 Galway City
- Choose a timePick a day and a 15-minute slot. The earliest appointment is 30 minutes from now.
- Tell us what’s wrongComplete a short, secure form with your details, your pharmacy and the reason for your visit.
- Authorise your cardYour card is authorised, not charged. Payment is only taken once a GP confirms your appointment.
- See your doctorYour Irish-registered GP consults with you by video or phone, wherever you are in Galway City.
Online doctor near Galway City: evenings and weekends
Appointments run seven days a week. That means you can see an online GP in Galway City after work, at the weekend, or late in the evening.
Serving Galway City and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Galway. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online Dr in Athenry
- Online Dr in Oranmore
- Online Dr in Loughrea
- Online Dr in Tuam
- Online Dr in Salthill
- Online Dr in Clifden
- Online Dr in Ballinasloe
- Online Dr in Cashel
- Online Dr in Kilchreest
- Online Dr in Tynagh
- Online Dr in Glenamaddy
- Online Dr in Claregalway
- Online Dr in Ballygar
- Online Dr in Recess
- All of Co. Galway →
Areas in Galway City
Choose your part of Galway City:
- Online Dr in Knocknacarra, Galway City
- Online Dr in Renmore, Galway City
- Online Dr in Ballybane, Galway City
- Online Dr in Mervue, Galway City
- Online Dr in Shantalla, Galway City
- Online Dr in Claddagh, Galway City
- Online Dr in Doughiska, Galway City
- Online Dr in Westside, Galway City
- Online Dr in Terryland, Galway City
- Online Dr in Rahoon, Galway City
- Online Dr in Bohermore, Galway City
- Online Dr in Ballybrit, Galway City
- Online Dr in Newcastle, Galway City
More ways to find a doctor in Galway City
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Galway City
- Online GP in Galway City
- Video GP in Galway City
- Same-day doctor in Galway City
- Online sick cert in Galway City
- Online prescription in Galway City
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Online Dr in Co. Mayo
- Online Dr in Co. Roscommon
- Online Dr in Co. Offaly
- Online Dr in Co. Tipperary
- Online Dr in Co. Clare
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Galway City 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.
Is an “online Dr” a real doctor?
Yes. Every DrCall consultation is carried out by a doctor registered with the Irish Medical Council, following the same professional standards as a surgery visit.
Can an online Dr in Galway City send me a prescription?
Where your doctor considers it clinically appropriate, yes — it is sent electronically to the pharmacy you choose. Some medicines cannot be prescribed online, such as benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants.
Which pharmacy will my prescription go to?
The pharmacy you choose when you book. If your doctor issues a prescription it is sent electronically to that pharmacy, so you can collect it close to Galway City.
What if I need to be seen in person?
If a physical examination is needed, your doctor will explain why and advise on the best next step. In an emergency, call 112 or 999 or go to your nearest emergency department.
What if I need a doctor in person in Galway City 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. Galway, 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.
Can I book a follow-up if I need one?
Yes. If your doctor wants to review you again they will say so, and you can simply book another appointment online.
Can I get a prescription or sick cert online in Galway City?
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.