See a doctor online in Letterkenny today
Letterkenny is Donegal's largest town, on the banks of the River Swilly, in Co. Donegal.
The county town of Co. Donegal is Lifford, and DrCall looks after patients in Letterkenny, Lifford 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.
Online prescriptions in Letterkenny: 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.
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 Letterkenny, discuss the medication and your health with an Irish-registered GP, and, where the doctor considers it safe and appropriate, a prescription is issued.
- 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 Letterkenny: what we can help with
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Letterkenny, where appropriate
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, 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 Letterkenny?
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 Letterkenny
- 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 Letterkenny.
Online doctor near Letterkenny: evenings and weekends
There is no need to take time off to visit a surgery. Book an evening or weekend online GP appointment from Letterkenny and speak to an Irish-registered doctor when it suits you.
Serving Letterkenny and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Donegal. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Killybegs
- Online prescription in Buncrana
- Online prescription in Bundoran
- Online prescription in Donegal Town
- Online prescription in Ballyshannon
- Online prescription in Ballybofey
- Online prescription in Frosses
- Online prescription in Mountcharles
- Online prescription in Convoy
- Online prescription in Newtowncunningham
- Online prescription in Muff
- Online prescription in Rathmullan
- Online prescription in Lifford
- Online prescription in Manorcunningham
- All of Co. Donegal →
More ways to find a doctor in Letterkenny
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Letterkenny
- Online GP in Letterkenny
- Online Dr in Letterkenny
- Video GP in Letterkenny
- Same-day doctor in Letterkenny
- Online sick cert in Letterkenny
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Letterkenny 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 Letterkenny. 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.
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 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.
What if I need a doctor in person in Letterkenny 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 Letterkenny.
Can I see an online doctor in Letterkenny today?
Yes. DrCall appointments are available every day and most patients can be seen the same day. Choose the next available time on our booking page — the earliest bookable slot is 30 minutes from now.