See a doctor online in Faughart today
Faughart lies in Co. Louth (Leinster).
The county town of Co. Louth is Dundalk, and DrCall looks after patients in Faughart, Dundalk 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 Faughart and the surrounding area can skip the journey and speak to a doctor in about 15 minutes.
For people in rural areas around Faughart, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.
Online prescriptions in Faughart: 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 Faughart, discuss the medication and your health with an Irish-registered GP, and, where the doctor considers it safe and appropriate, a prescription is issued.
Some medicines cannot be prescribed through DrCall at all: benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are never prescribed.
- 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 Faughart: what we can help with
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Same-day GP appointments by video or phone (subject to availability)
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Faughart, where appropriate
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
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 Faughart?
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. Louth:
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 Faughart
- 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 Faughart.
Online doctor near Faughart: evenings and weekends
Appointments run seven days a week. That means you can see an online GP in Faughart after work, at the weekend, or late in the evening.
Serving Faughart and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Louth. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Drogheda
- Online prescription in Dundalk
- Online prescription in Ardee
- Online prescription in Castlebellingham
- Online prescription in Kilsaran
- Online prescription in Dromiskin
- Online prescription in Tallanstown
- Online prescription in Greenore
- Online prescription in Termonfeckin
- Online prescription in Tullyallen
- Online prescription in Dunleer
- Online prescription in Carlingford
- Online prescription in Clogherhead
- Online prescription in Blackrock
- All of Co. Louth →
More ways to find a doctor in Faughart
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Faughart
- Online GP in Faughart
- Online Dr in Faughart
- Video GP in Faughart
- Same-day doctor in Faughart
- Online sick cert in Faughart
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Faughart 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 Faughart. 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 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.
What if I need a doctor in person in Faughart 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. Louth, contact NEDOC (North East Doctor on Call) on 1800 777 911 — 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.
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.
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.