See a doctor online in Palmerstown today
You'll find Palmerstown in Co. Dublin, part of Ireland's Leinster province.
The county town of Co. Dublin is Dublin City, and DrCall looks after patients in Palmerstown, Dublin City 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.
Getting a sick cert online in Palmerstown
If you are too unwell to work or study, you may need a medical certificate. You can book an online consultation from Palmerstown, 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.
- No waiting room while you are unwell
- From €35, charged only once confirmed
- Consultation by video or phone with an Irish-registered GP
- Certificate issued where clinically appropriate
- Same-day appointments, 7 days a week
Online GP consultation in Palmerstown: what we can help with
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Help with asthma, allergy and eczema flare-ups
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Palmerstown, 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 Palmerstown?
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 Palmerstown
- 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 Palmerstown or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Palmerstown: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Palmerstown or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Palmerstown 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 Lusk
- Online sick cert in Drimnagh
- Online sick cert in Artane
- Online sick cert in Stoneybatter
- Online sick cert in Portmarnock
- Online sick cert in Dundrum
- Online sick cert in Clongriffin
- Online sick cert in Dalkey
- Online sick cert in Killiney
- Online sick cert in Swords
- Online sick cert in Rathcoole
- Online sick cert in Saggart
- Online sick cert in Kinsealy
- All of Co. Dublin →
More ways to find a doctor in Palmerstown
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Palmerstown
- Online GP in Palmerstown
- Online Dr in Palmerstown
- Video GP in Palmerstown
- Same-day doctor in Palmerstown
- Online prescription in Palmerstown
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Palmerstown 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 Palmerstown?
Only if your doctor has a clinical reason, based on your consultation. They cannot backdate a certificate simply because it is requested.
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.
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 Palmerstown.
What if I need a doctor in person in Palmerstown 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.
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.
Is an online doctor consultation private and safe?
Yes. Consultations use secure, GDPR-compliant technology, our doctors follow Irish Medical Council guidelines, and the same doctor–patient confidentiality applies as in a face-to-face visit.