See a doctor online in Gorteen today
Gorteen lies in Co. Sligo (Connacht).
Whether you are in Gorteen or elsewhere in Co. Sligo — Sligo Town included — you can book the same online GP service.
A video or phone consultation gives you access to the same Irish-registered GPs without the commute. Your doctor can send prescriptions electronically to a pharmacy near you and explain the next steps clearly.
For people in rural areas around Gorteen, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.
Getting a sick cert online in Gorteen
Not everything can be certified remotely. If your doctor needs to examine you, or your illness needs urgent care, they will tell you and advise on the right next step.
Employers and, for Illness Benefit, the Department of Social Protection may ask for a medical certificate. Policies differ, so check what your employer or college requires before you book.
- Consultation by video or phone with an Irish-registered GP
- Certificate issued where clinically appropriate
- Same-day appointments, 7 days a week
- No waiting room while you are unwell
- From €35, charged only once confirmed
Online GP consultation in Gorteen: what we can help with
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- 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 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 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 Gorteen.
Online doctor near Gorteen: evenings and weekends
There is no need to take time off to visit a surgery. Book an evening or weekend online GP appointment from Gorteen and speak to an Irish-registered doctor when it suits you.
Serving Gorteen and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Sligo. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online sick cert in Sligo Town
- Online sick cert in Ballisodare
- Online sick cert in Skreen
- Online sick cert in Ballinafad
- Online sick cert in Gurteen
- Online sick cert in Grange
- Online sick cert in Cloonacool
- Online sick cert in Drumcliff
- Online sick cert in Ballintogher
- Online sick cert in Dromore West
- Online sick cert in Beltra
- Online sick cert in Aclare
- Online sick cert in Cliffoney
- Online sick cert in Castlebaldwin
- 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 prescription in Gorteen
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
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.
Will my employer accept an online sick cert?
A certificate issued after a genuine consultation with an Irish-registered doctor is normally accepted, but employer policies vary. If you are unsure, check with your employer or HR before you book.
Can you backdate a sick cert for me in Gorteen?
Only if your doctor has a clinical reason, based on your consultation. They cannot backdate a certificate simply because it is requested.
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.
Can I see an online doctor in Gorteen 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.
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.
Can I get a prescription or sick cert online in Gorteen?
Yes, where your doctor considers it clinically appropriate. Prescriptions are sent electronically to the pharmacy you choose, and sick certs are available for work or college. DrCall cannot prescribe benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids or stimulants.
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.