See a doctor online in Athlone today
Athlone is a midlands town straddling the River Shannon, in Co. Westmeath.
Whether you are in Athlone or elsewhere in Co. Westmeath — Mullingar included — you can book the same online GP service.
An in-person GP appointment in Athlone isn't always quick to get. With an online consultation you can speak to a doctor from home or work, have prescriptions sent to your local pharmacy and get a sick cert where clinically appropriate.
How a video or phone GP appointment works in Athlone
To get the most from the call, find a quiet, private spot in Athlone with a good phone signal or Wi-Fi, keep your phone charged, and have your medication names and any recent readings (such as blood pressure) to hand.
After you book, your doctor contacts you at the time you chose — by phone call or WhatsApp video call, on the number you gave when booking. There is nothing to install and no account to create.
- Find a quiet, private place with a signal
- Have your medicines list to hand
- Same price whether it is video or phone: from €35
- Doctor calls you at your booked time
- Phone or WhatsApp video — nothing to install
Online GP consultation in Athlone: what we can help with
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Same-day GP appointments by video or phone (subject to availability)
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Support with stress, anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Athlone, 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 Athlone?
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. Westmeath:
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 Athlone
- 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 Athlone or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Athlone: evenings and weekends
There is no need to take time off to visit a surgery. Book an evening or weekend online GP appointment from Athlone and speak to an Irish-registered doctor when it suits you.
Serving Athlone and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Westmeath. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Video GP in Mullingar
- Video GP in Moate
- Video GP in Mount Temple
- Video GP in Drumraney
- Video GP in Castlepollard
- Video GP in Clonmellon
- Video GP in Streamstown
- Video GP in Ballinea
- Video GP in Glassan
- Video GP in Multyfarnham
- Video GP in Kinnegad
- Video GP in Ballynacargy
- Video GP in Ballinalack
- Video GP in Collinstown
- All of Co. Westmeath →
More ways to find a doctor in Athlone
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Athlone
- Online GP in Athlone
- Online Dr in Athlone
- Same-day doctor in Athlone
- Online sick cert in Athlone
- Online prescription in Athlone
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Video GP in Co. Longford
- Video GP in Co. Cavan
- Video GP in Co. Meath
- Video GP in Co. Offaly
- Video GP in Co. Roscommon
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Athlone 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.
Do I need to download an app for a video GP appointment?
No. Your doctor contacts you by phone call or WhatsApp video call on the number you provide when booking. You do not need a DrCall account.
What if my connection is poor in Athlone?
Tell the doctor straight away. A normal phone call usually works even where video does not, and your doctor can call you back if the line drops.
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 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.
What if I need a doctor in person in Athlone 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. Westmeath, contact MIDOC on 1800 302 702 — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. MIDOC covers east Westmeath (including Mullingar); check the HSE finder for the Athlone area. 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 Athlone.
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.