See a doctor online in Howth today
Howth is a fishing village on the Howth peninsula, in Co. Dublin.
Whether you are in Howth or elsewhere in Co. Dublin — Dublin City 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.
Getting a sick cert online in Howth
If you are too unwell to work or study, you may need a medical certificate. You can book an online consultation from Howth, explain your illness to an Irish-registered GP, and — where your doctor considers it clinically appropriate — receive a sick cert without having to sit in a waiting room while unwell.
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 Howth: what we can help with
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Help with asthma, allergy and eczema flare-ups
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 Howth?
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 Howth
- 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 Howth or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Howth: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Howth or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Howth and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Dublin. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online sick cert in Dublin City
- Online sick cert in Glasnevin
- Online sick cert in Whitechurch
- Online sick cert in Oldtown
- Online sick cert in Balbriggan
- Online sick cert in Carrickmines
- Online sick cert in Firhouse
- Online sick cert in Ranelagh
- Online sick cert in Walkinstown
- Online sick cert in Sandyford
- Online sick cert in Glencullen
- Online sick cert in Mount Merrion
- Online sick cert in Knocklyon
- Online sick cert in Santry
- All of Co. Dublin →
More ways to find a doctor in Howth
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Howth
- Online GP in Howth
- Online Dr in Howth
- Video GP in Howth
- Same-day doctor in Howth
- Online prescription in Howth
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Howth 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 Howth?
Only if your doctor has a clinical reason, based on your consultation. They cannot backdate a certificate simply because it is requested.
Can I see an online doctor in Howth 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.
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 Howth 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.
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 Howth — or anywhere else in Ireland — and still see an Irish-registered GP.
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.