See a doctor online in Pontoon today
Pontoon lies in Co. Mayo (Connacht).
The county town of Co. Mayo is Castlebar, and DrCall looks after patients in Pontoon, Castlebar and every other town and village in the county.
Travel time, childcare and work all make a trip to the surgery harder. Online GP care means people in Pontoon and the surrounding area can skip the journey and speak to a doctor in about 15 minutes.
For people in rural areas around Pontoon, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.
Getting a sick cert online in Pontoon
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.
- 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
- No waiting room while you are unwell
Online GP consultation in Pontoon: what we can help with
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Pontoon, where appropriate
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically 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 Pontoon?
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. Mayo:
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 Pontoon
- 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 Pontoon.
Online doctor near Pontoon: evenings and weekends
There is no need to take time off to visit a surgery. Book an evening or weekend online GP appointment from Pontoon and speak to an Irish-registered doctor when it suits you.
Serving Pontoon and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Mayo. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online sick cert in Castlebar
- Online sick cert in Westport
- Online sick cert in Ballina
- Online sick cert in Claremorris
- Online sick cert in Ballinrobe
- Online sick cert in Straide
- Online sick cert in Killala
- Online sick cert in Bangor Erris
- Online sick cert in Keel
- Online sick cert in Charlestown
- Online sick cert in Kilmaine
- Online sick cert in Ballyhaunis
- Online sick cert in Partry
- Online sick cert in Aghamore
- All of Co. Mayo →
More ways to find a doctor in Pontoon
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Pontoon
- Online GP in Pontoon
- Online Dr in Pontoon
- Video GP in Pontoon
- Same-day doctor in Pontoon
- Online prescription in Pontoon
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Pontoon 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 Pontoon?
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.
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.
What if I need a doctor in person in Pontoon 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. Mayo, contact Westdoc on 0818 360 000 — 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.
Can I see an online doctor in Pontoon 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 happens after I book an appointment?
Your request goes to our team, who confirm it or suggest another time. Your card is only authorised at booking and is charged once your GP confirms. You will get an email at each step.