See a doctor online in Shankill today
Shankill lies in Co. Dublin (Leinster).
Whether you are in Shankill or elsewhere in Co. Dublin — Dublin City included — you can book the same online GP service.
An in-person GP appointment in Shankill 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 Shankill
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.
- 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
- Same-day appointments, 7 days a week
Online GP consultation in Shankill: what we can help with
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Shankill, where appropriate
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
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 Shankill?
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. Dublin:
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 Shankill
- 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 Shankill.
Online doctor near Shankill: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Shankill or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Shankill and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Dublin. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online Dr in Dublin City
- Online Dr in Rathfarnham
- Online Dr in Drimnagh
- Online Dr in Phibsborough
- Online Dr in Rathcoole
- Online Dr in Loughshinny
- Online Dr in Killiney
- Online Dr in Ballyboughal
- Online Dr in Ballybrack
- Online Dr in Kinsealy
- Online Dr in Cherrywood
- Online Dr in Palmerstown
- Online Dr in Rolestown
- Online Dr in Crumlin
- All of Co. Dublin →
More ways to find a doctor in Shankill
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Shankill
- Online GP in Shankill
- Video GP in Shankill
- Same-day doctor in Shankill
- Online sick cert in Shankill
- Online prescription in Shankill
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Shankill 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 Shankill 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.
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.
Can children see the online doctor?
DrCall is not intended for children under 3. For older children, a parent or guardian should make the booking and be with them during the consultation.
What if I need a doctor in person in Shankill 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. Dublin, contact Dubdoc on 01 454 5607 — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. Dubdoc covers parts of Dublin; some areas have a different service — check the HSE finder if unsure. 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 see an online doctor in Shankill today?
Yes. DrCall appointments are available every day and most patients can be seen the same day. Choose the next available time on our booking page — the earliest bookable slot is 30 minutes from now.
Do I have to travel to see the doctor?
No. Consultations take place by secure video or phone, so you can be at home in Shankill — or anywhere else in Ireland — and still see an Irish-registered GP.