See a doctor online in Ballintra today
Ballintra is in Co. Donegal, in the province of Ulster.
The county town of Co. Donegal is Lifford, and DrCall looks after patients in Ballintra, Lifford 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 Ballintra and the surrounding area can skip the journey and speak to a doctor in about 15 minutes.
For people in rural areas around Ballintra, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.
Online prescriptions in Ballintra: what to expect
You cannot simply order a prescription online — a doctor has to assess you first. With DrCall you book a short video or phone consultation from Ballintra, discuss the medication and your health with an Irish-registered GP, and, where the doctor considers it safe and appropriate, a prescription is issued.
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 Ballintra rather than posting anything.
- 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
- From €35, charged only once confirmed
Online GP consultation in Ballintra: what we can help with
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Ballintra, where appropriate
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
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 Ballintra?
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. Donegal:
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 Ballintra
- 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 Ballintra or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Ballintra: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Ballintra or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Ballintra and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Donegal. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Buncrana
- Online prescription in Bundoran
- Online prescription in Ballybofey
- Online prescription in Donegal Town
- Online prescription in Ballyshannon
- Online prescription in Letterkenny
- Online prescription in Killybegs
- Online prescription in Mountcharles
- Online prescription in Clonmany
- Online prescription in Bunbeg
- Online prescription in Glenties
- Online prescription in Manorcunningham
- Online prescription in Raphoe
- Online prescription in Termon
- All of Co. Donegal →
More ways to find a doctor in Ballintra
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Ballintra
- Online GP in Ballintra
- Online Dr in Ballintra
- Video GP in Ballintra
- Same-day doctor in Ballintra
- Online sick cert in Ballintra
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Ballintra 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 Ballintra. 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.
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.
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 Ballintra.
What if I need a doctor in person in Ballintra 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. Donegal, contact NoWDOC and local Donegal out-of-hours services — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. Donegal is served by more than one out-of-hours service depending on where you live — use the HSE finder to find yours. 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 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 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.