See a doctor online in Donegal Town today
Donegal Town is a town on the River Eske beside Donegal Castle, in Co. Donegal.
The county town of Co. Donegal is Lifford, and DrCall looks after patients in Donegal Town, 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 Donegal Town and the surrounding area can skip the journey and speak to a doctor in about 15 minutes.
Online prescriptions in Donegal Town: what to expect
Some medicines cannot be prescribed through DrCall at all: benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are never prescribed.
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 Donegal Town, discuss the medication and your health with an Irish-registered GP, and, where the doctor considers it safe and appropriate, a prescription is issued.
- 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 Donegal Town: what we can help with
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
- 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 Donegal Town?
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 Donegal Town
- 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 Donegal Town or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Donegal Town: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Donegal Town or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Donegal Town and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Donegal. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Ballybofey
- Online prescription in Killybegs
- Online prescription in Bundoran
- Online prescription in Buncrana
- Online prescription in Letterkenny
- Online prescription in Ballyshannon
- Online prescription in Dunkineely
- Online prescription in Pettigo
- Online prescription in Ardara
- Online prescription in Mountcharles
- Online prescription in Annagry
- Online prescription in Fahan
- Online prescription in Culdaff
- Online prescription in Gweedore
- All of Co. Donegal →
More ways to find a doctor in Donegal Town
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Donegal Town
- Online GP in Donegal Town
- Online Dr in Donegal Town
- Video GP in Donegal Town
- Same-day doctor in Donegal Town
- Online sick cert in Donegal Town
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Donegal Town 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 Donegal Town. 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.
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.
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 Donegal Town 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.
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 Donegal Town.
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.