See a doctor online in Swords today
Swords is a large north Dublin town close to Dublin Airport, in Co. Dublin.
The county town of Co. Dublin is Dublin City, and DrCall looks after patients in Swords, 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 Swords
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.
A certificate is never automatic. Your doctor must be satisfied, from your consultation, that you are genuinely unfit for work or study, and the certificate covers the period the doctor judges reasonable. Backdating is only possible where there is a clinical reason for it.
- 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 Swords: what we can help with
- Help with asthma, allergy and eczema flare-ups
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Swords, 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 Swords?
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 Swords
- 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 Swords.
Online doctor near Swords: evenings and weekends
Appointments run seven days a week. That means you can see an online GP in Swords after work, at the weekend, or late in the evening.
Serving Swords 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 Rathcoole
- Online sick cert in Howth
- Online sick cert in Rathmichael
- Online sick cert in Cherrywood
- Online sick cert in Lusk
- Online sick cert in Killiney
- Online sick cert in Ballyfermot
- Online sick cert in Lucan
- Online sick cert in Mount Merrion
- Online sick cert in Booterstown
- Online sick cert in Ballybrack
- Online sick cert in Lucan South
- Online sick cert in Drimnagh
- All of Co. Dublin →
More ways to find a doctor in Swords
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Swords
- Online GP in Swords
- Online Dr in Swords
- Video GP in Swords
- Same-day doctor in Swords
- Online prescription in Swords
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Swords 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 Swords?
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.
Can I book a follow-up if I need one?
Yes. If your doctor wants to review you again they will say so, and you can simply book another appointment online.
What if I need a doctor in person in Swords 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.
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 Swords.
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.