See a doctor online in Ballinteer today
Ballinteer is in Co. Dublin, in the province of Leinster.
Whether you are in Ballinteer or elsewhere in Co. Dublin — Dublin City included — you can book the same online GP service.
A video or phone consultation gives you access to the same Irish-registered GPs without the commute. Your doctor can send prescriptions electronically to a pharmacy near you and explain the next steps clearly.
Online prescriptions in Ballinteer: what to expect
Some medicines cannot be prescribed through DrCall at all: benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are never prescribed.
Choose your pharmacy when you book. Where a prescription is issued, it is sent electronically to that pharmacy, so you can collect it close to home in Ballinteer rather than posting anything.
- Benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are not 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
Online GP consultation in Ballinteer: what we can help with
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Help with asthma, allergy and eczema flare-ups
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections 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 Ballinteer?
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 Ballinteer
- 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 Ballinteer.
Online doctor near Ballinteer: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Ballinteer or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Ballinteer and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Dublin. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Dublin City
- Online prescription in Swords
- Online prescription in Skerries
- Online prescription in Howth
- Online prescription in Dalkey
- Online prescription in Coolock
- Online prescription in Lucan
- Online prescription in Adamstown
- Online prescription in Rathfarnham
- Online prescription in Belcamp
- Online prescription in Artane
- Online prescription in Loughshinny
- Online prescription in Ballymun
- Online prescription in Loughlinstown
- All of Co. Dublin →
More ways to find a doctor in Ballinteer
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Ballinteer
- Online GP in Ballinteer
- Online Dr in Ballinteer
- Video GP in Ballinteer
- Same-day doctor in Ballinteer
- Online sick cert in Ballinteer
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Online prescription in Co. Meath
- Online prescription in Co. Kildare
- Online prescription in Co. Wicklow
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Ballinteer 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 Ballinteer. 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.
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 Ballinteer — or anywhere else in Ireland — and still see an Irish-registered GP.
Can I claim an online GP visit on my health insurance?
Some private health insurers offer cashback or cover for GP visits, so check your policy. DrCall consultations are paid for privately by card.
What if I need a doctor in person in Ballinteer 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.
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.
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.