See a doctor online in Kilkenny City today
Kilkenny City is a medieval city on the River Nore, best known for Kilkenny Castle, in Co. Kilkenny.
As the county town of Co. Kilkenny, Kilkenny City is a natural hub for the surrounding area, and DrCall serves patients right across 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.
Getting a sick cert online in Kilkenny City
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.
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.
- 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
- Consultation by video or phone with an Irish-registered GP
Online GP consultation in Kilkenny City: what we can help with
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- 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 Kilkenny City?
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. Kilkenny:
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 Kilkenny City
- 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 Kilkenny City or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Kilkenny City: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Kilkenny City or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Kilkenny City and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Kilkenny. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online sick cert in Kells
- Online sick cert in Callan
- Online sick cert in Thomastown
- Online sick cert in Ballycallan
- Online sick cert in Gowran
- Online sick cert in Danesfort
- Online sick cert in Freshford
- Online sick cert in Slieverue
- Online sick cert in Knocktopher
- Online sick cert in Mooncoin
- Online sick cert in Urlingford
- Online sick cert in Bennettsbridge
- Online sick cert in Tullaroan
- Online sick cert in Muckalee
- All of Co. Kilkenny →
More ways to find a doctor in Kilkenny City
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Kilkenny City
- Online GP in Kilkenny City
- Online Dr in Kilkenny City
- Video GP in Kilkenny City
- Same-day doctor in Kilkenny City
- Online prescription in Kilkenny City
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Online sick cert in Co. Laois
- Online sick cert in Co. Carlow
- Online sick cert in Co. Wexford
- Online sick cert in Co. Waterford
- Online sick cert in Co. Tipperary
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Kilkenny City 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 Kilkenny City?
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 Kilkenny City 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 should I have ready for my online consultation?
Find a quiet, private place with a good signal, keep your phone charged, and have your medication names and any recent readings to hand. Your doctor will call you at the time you booked.
What if I need a doctor in person in Kilkenny City 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. Kilkenny, contact Caredoc on 0818 300 365 — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. 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.
Who can see my consultation details?
Your details are used to provide your care and are handled in line with GDPR. Consultations are confidential, exactly as they would be in a surgery.
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.