See a doctor online in Fordstown today
Fordstown is in Co. Meath, in the province of Leinster.
The county town of Co. Meath is Navan, and DrCall looks after patients in Fordstown, Navan and every other town and village in the county.
Many people prefer to be seen in the privacy of their own home. Online consultations are confidential, use secure GDPR-compliant technology and follow Irish Medical Council guidelines.
For people in rural areas around Fordstown, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.
Online prescriptions in Fordstown: 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.
- 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 Fordstown: what we can help with
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Fordstown, where appropriate
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, 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 Fordstown?
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. Meath:
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 Fordstown
- 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 Fordstown or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Fordstown: evenings and weekends
Appointments run seven days a week. That means you can see an online GP in Fordstown after work, at the weekend, or late in the evening.
Serving Fordstown and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Meath. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Ratoath
- Online prescription in Dunboyne
- Online prescription in Kells
- Online prescription in Bettystown
- Online prescription in Trim
- Online prescription in Laytown
- Online prescription in Ashbourne
- Online prescription in Navan
- Online prescription in Drumree
- Online prescription in Bellewstown
- Online prescription in Julianstown
- Online prescription in Moynalty
- Online prescription in Oldcastle
- Online prescription in Nobber
- All of Co. Meath →
More ways to find a doctor in Fordstown
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Fordstown
- Online GP in Fordstown
- Online Dr in Fordstown
- Video GP in Fordstown
- Same-day doctor in Fordstown
- Online sick cert in Fordstown
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Online prescription in Co. Louth
- Online prescription in Co. Cavan
- Online prescription in Co. Westmeath
- Online prescription in Co. Offaly
- Online prescription in Co. Kildare
- Online prescription in Co. Dublin
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Fordstown 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 Fordstown. 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 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 Fordstown 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. Meath, 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.
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 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.