See a doctor online in Rathmines today
Rathmines lies in Co. Dublin (Leinster).
Whether you are in Rathmines or elsewhere in Co. Dublin — Dublin City included — you can book the same online GP service.
An in-person GP appointment in Rathmines isn't always quick to get. With an online consultation you can speak to a doctor from home or work, have prescriptions sent to your local pharmacy and get a sick cert where clinically appropriate.
Online prescriptions in Rathmines: 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 Rathmines, discuss the medication and your health with an Irish-registered GP, and, where the doctor considers it safe and appropriate, a prescription is issued.
- 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
- Doctor assessment first — no “order and pay” prescriptions
Online GP consultation in Rathmines: what we can help with
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Rathmines, where appropriate
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where 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 Rathmines?
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. Dublin:
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 Rathmines
- 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 Rathmines or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Rathmines: evenings and weekends
Appointments run seven days a week. That means you can see an online GP in Rathmines after work, at the weekend, or late in the evening.
Serving Rathmines and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Dublin. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Dublin City
- Online prescription in Sandyford
- Online prescription in Kinsealy
- Online prescription in Saggart
- Online prescription in Knocklyon
- Online prescription in Dundrum
- Online prescription in Glasnevin
- Online prescription in Finglas
- Online prescription in Drimnagh
- Online prescription in Dalkey
- Online prescription in Blanchardstown
- Online prescription in Cherrywood
- Online prescription in Carrickmines
- Online prescription in Swords
- All of Co. Dublin →
More ways to find a doctor in Rathmines
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Rathmines
- Online GP in Rathmines
- Online Dr in Rathmines
- Video GP in Rathmines
- Same-day doctor in Rathmines
- Online sick cert in Rathmines
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Online prescription in Co. Meath
- Online prescription in Co. Kildare
- Online prescription in Co. Wicklow
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Rathmines 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 Rathmines. 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 Rathmines 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. Dublin, contact Dubdoc on 01 454 5607 — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. Dubdoc covers parts of Dublin; some areas have a different service — check the HSE finder if unsure. 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 Rathmines.
Do I have to travel to see the doctor?
No. Consultations take place by secure video or phone, so you can be at home in Rathmines — or anywhere else in Ireland — and still see an Irish-registered GP.