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Whether you live in Ballyforan itself or out in the surrounding countryside, DrCall gives you access to Irish-registered GPs by video or phone, without the journey.

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See a doctor online in Ballyforan today

Ballyforan is in Co. Roscommon, in the province of Connacht.

The county town of Co. Roscommon is Roscommon Town, and DrCall looks after patients in Ballyforan, Roscommon Town 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 Ballyforan and the surrounding area can skip the journey and speak to a doctor in about 15 minutes.

For people in rural areas around Ballyforan, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.

Online prescriptions in Ballyforan: what to expect

Some medicines cannot be prescribed through DrCall at all: benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are never prescribed.

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.

  • 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
  • Doctor assessment first — no “order and pay” prescriptions
LocationBallyforan, Co. Roscommon
ProvinceConnacht
Appointments7 days a week
PriceFrom €35
FormatVideo or phone, ~15 min
DoctorsIrish-registered GPs

Online GP consultation in Ballyforan: what we can help with

  • Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
  • Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
  • Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
  • Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
  • Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically 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 Ballyforan?

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. Roscommon:

Westdoc 0818 360 000 Appointment only · has its own fees Services differ for north Roscommon — check the HSE finder if you are in the north of the county. Service website → · Find your nearest service on HSE.ie →

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 Ballyforan

  1. 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.
  2. Tell us what’s wrongAdd your contact details, your usual pharmacy and a few words on why you want to see a doctor.
  3. Authorise your cardWe place a hold on your card. You are not charged until a GP has confirmed your appointment.
  4. See your doctorAt the booked time your Irish-registered GP contacts you by phone or video — at home in Ballyforan or wherever you are.

Online doctor near Ballyforan: evenings and weekends

Appointments run seven days a week. That means you can see an online GP in Ballyforan after work, at the weekend, or late in the evening.

Serving Ballyforan and nearby towns

DrCall is available right across Co. Roscommon. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:

More ways to find a doctor in Ballyforan

It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:

We also see patients in neighbouring counties:

Frequently asked questions

How much does an online GP consultation in Ballyforan 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 Ballyforan. 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.

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 Ballyforan.

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 Ballyforan 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. Roscommon, contact Westdoc on 0818 360 000 — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. Services differ for north Roscommon — check the HSE finder if you are in the north of the county. 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 get a prescription or sick cert online in Ballyforan?

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.

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.

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