See a doctor online in Athy today
Athy is a town on the River Barrow, in Co. Kildare.
The county town of Co. Kildare is Naas, and DrCall looks after patients in Athy, Naas 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 Athy and the surrounding area can skip the journey and speak to a doctor in about 15 minutes.
Online prescriptions in Athy: what to expect
Repeat medication is usually reviewed against your history, so have your current medicines, doses and the date of your last review ready. Your doctor may decline to prescribe, or ask to see you in person, if it is not safe to do so remotely.
Some medicines cannot be prescribed through DrCall at all: benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are never prescribed.
- From €35, charged only once confirmed
- Doctor assessment first — no “order and pay” prescriptions
- Sent electronically to the pharmacy you choose, where appropriate
- Repeat medication reviewed by an Irish-registered GP
- Benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are not prescribed
Online GP consultation in Athy: what we can help with
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Same-day GP appointments by video or phone (subject to availability)
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
- Help with asthma, allergy and eczema flare-ups
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 Athy?
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. Kildare:
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 Athy
- 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 Athy.
Online doctor near Athy: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Athy or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Athy and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Kildare. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Celbridge
- Online prescription in Naas
- Online prescription in Maynooth
- Online prescription in Leixlip
- Online prescription in Clane
- Online prescription in Newbridge
- Online prescription in Sallins
- Online prescription in Donadea
- Online prescription in Kilmeague
- Online prescription in Staplestown
- Online prescription in Kildangan
- Online prescription in Derrinturn
- Online prescription in Timolin
- Online prescription in Brannockstown
- All of Co. Kildare →
More ways to find a doctor in Athy
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Athy
- Online GP in Athy
- Online Dr in Athy
- Video GP in Athy
- Same-day doctor in Athy
- Online sick cert in Athy
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Online prescription in Co. Dublin
- Online prescription in Co. Meath
- Online prescription in Co. Offaly
- Online prescription in Co. Laois
- Online prescription in Co. Carlow
- Online prescription in Co. Wicklow
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Athy 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.
Which pharmacy will my online prescription go to?
The one you choose when you book — for example, a pharmacy near Athy. If a prescription is issued, it is sent electronically to that pharmacy.
Can I get any medicine through an online prescription?
No. Your doctor decides what is safe and appropriate after speaking to you. Benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants cannot be prescribed through DrCall.
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.
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 Athy.
What if I need a doctor in person in Athy 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. Kildare, contact KDOC on 045 848 701 — 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.
What happens after I book an appointment?
Your request goes to our team, who confirm it or suggest another time. Your card is only authorised at booking and is charged once your GP confirms. You will get an email at each step.
Can I see an online doctor in Athy 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.