See a doctor online in Clifden today
Clifden is the main town of Connemara, in Co. Galway.
Whether you are in Clifden or elsewhere in Co. Galway — Galway City included — you can book the same online GP service.
An in-person GP appointment in Clifden 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.
Online prescriptions in Clifden: 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.
- 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
- Sent electronically to the pharmacy you choose, where appropriate
Online GP consultation in Clifden: what we can help with
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Help with asthma, allergy and eczema flare-ups
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
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 Clifden?
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. Galway:
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 Clifden
- 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 Clifden or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Clifden: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Clifden or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Clifden and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Galway. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Athenry
- Online prescription in Galway City
- Online prescription in Ballinasloe
- Online prescription in Tuam
- Online prescription in Loughrea
- Online prescription in Cashel
- Online prescription in Oranmore
- Online prescription in Salthill
- Online prescription in Moycullen
- Online prescription in Gort
- Online prescription in Kiltormer
- Online prescription in Rosmuc
- Online prescription in Cornamona
- Online prescription in Corrandulla
- All of Co. Galway →
More ways to find a doctor in Clifden
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Clifden
- Online GP in Clifden
- Online Dr in Clifden
- Video GP in Clifden
- Same-day doctor in Clifden
- Online sick cert in Clifden
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Online prescription in Co. Mayo
- Online prescription in Co. Roscommon
- Online prescription in Co. Offaly
- Online prescription in Co. Tipperary
- Online prescription in Co. Clare
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Clifden 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 Clifden. 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.
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 Clifden 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. Galway, contact Westdoc on 0818 360 000 — 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.
Can I get a prescription or sick cert online in Clifden?
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.
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.