See a doctor online in Loughrea today
Loughrea is in Co. Galway, in the province of Connacht.
The county town of Co. Galway is Galway City, and DrCall looks after patients in Loughrea, Galway 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.
Same-day and evening doctor appointments in Loughrea
Appointments run in 15-minute slots every day of the week, including evenings and weekends, so you can fit a consultation around work, school runs and shifts instead of the other way round.
Same-day does not mean emergency. If you have chest pain, difficulty breathing, signs of a stroke or any other emergency, call 112 or 999 straight away.
- Live availability on the booking page
- Earliest slot 30 minutes from booking
- Evenings and weekends included
- 15-minute slots, video or phone
- Charged only once your GP confirms
Online GP consultation in Loughrea: what we can help with
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Loughrea, where appropriate
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Help with asthma, allergy and eczema flare-ups
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections 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 Loughrea?
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. Galway:
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 Loughrea
- 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 Loughrea or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Loughrea: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Loughrea or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Loughrea and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Galway. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Same-day doctor in Tuam
- Same-day doctor in Salthill
- Same-day doctor in Cashel
- Same-day doctor in Oranmore
- Same-day doctor in Athenry
- Same-day doctor in Clifden
- Same-day doctor in Ballinasloe
- Same-day doctor in Galway City
- Same-day doctor in Monivea
- Same-day doctor in Headford
- Same-day doctor in Barna
- Same-day doctor in Leenane
- Same-day doctor in Inverin
- Same-day doctor in Claregalway
- All of Co. Galway →
More ways to find a doctor in Loughrea
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Loughrea
- Online GP in Loughrea
- Online Dr in Loughrea
- Video GP in Loughrea
- Online sick cert in Loughrea
- Online prescription in Loughrea
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Same-day doctor in Co. Mayo
- Same-day doctor in Co. Roscommon
- Same-day doctor in Co. Offaly
- Same-day doctor in Co. Tipperary
- Same-day doctor in Co. Clare
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Loughrea 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.
How quickly can I see a doctor in Loughrea?
The booking page shows live availability. The earliest appointment you can choose is 30 minutes from the time you book, and on most days there are several slots left the same day.
Can I get an evening or weekend appointment in Loughrea?
Yes. DrCall is open seven days a week, with evening appointments as well as daytime ones — check the booking page for the times available.
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 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.
What if I need a doctor in person in Loughrea 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. Galway, 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.
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 Loughrea.
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.