See a doctor online in Gorteen today
Gorteen lies in Co. Sligo (Connacht).
The county town of Co. Sligo is Sligo Town, and DrCall looks after patients in Gorteen, Sligo Town 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 Gorteen, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.
Online prescriptions in Gorteen: 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 Gorteen, discuss the medication and your health with an Irish-registered GP, and, where the doctor considers it safe and appropriate, a prescription is issued.
- 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 Gorteen: what we can help with
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Gorteen, where appropriate
- Help with asthma, allergy and eczema flare-ups
- Same-day GP appointments by video or phone (subject to availability)
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 Gorteen?
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. Sligo:
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 Gorteen
- 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 Gorteen or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Gorteen: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Gorteen or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Gorteen and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Sligo. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Sligo Town
- Online prescription in Drumcliff
- Online prescription in Curry
- Online prescription in Geevagh
- Online prescription in Skreen
- Online prescription in Mullaghmore
- Online prescription in Bunninadden
- Online prescription in Grange
- Online prescription in Rosses Point
- Online prescription in Tubbercurry
- Online prescription in Beltra
- Online prescription in Ballinafad
- Online prescription in Aclare
- Online prescription in Cloonacool
- All of Co. Sligo →
More ways to find a doctor in Gorteen
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Gorteen
- Online GP in Gorteen
- Online Dr in Gorteen
- Video GP in Gorteen
- Same-day doctor in Gorteen
- Online sick cert in Gorteen
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Online prescription in Co. Mayo
- Online prescription in Co. Roscommon
- Online prescription in Co. Leitrim
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Gorteen 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 Gorteen. 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.
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.
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 Gorteen.
What if I need a doctor in person in Gorteen 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. Sligo, contact Caredoc on 0818 365 399 — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. Caredoc’s north-west service covers Sligo, north Leitrim and west Cavan. 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.
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 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.