See a doctor online in Ballina today
You'll find Ballina in Co. Tipperary, part of Ireland's Munster province.
The county town of Co. Tipperary is Clonmel, and DrCall looks after patients in Ballina, Clonmel 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 Ballina and the surrounding area can skip the journey and speak to a doctor in about 15 minutes.
How a video or phone GP appointment works in Ballina
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.
If the signal drops, your doctor will simply call you back. If a problem cannot be dealt with remotely, they will explain what to do next.
- 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 Ballina: what we can help with
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Repeat prescriptions and new prescriptions sent to your pharmacy near Ballina, where appropriate
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
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 Ballina?
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. Tipperary:
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 Ballina
- 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 Ballina.
Online doctor near Ballina: evenings and weekends
Appointments run seven days a week. That means you can see an online GP in Ballina after work, at the weekend, or late in the evening.
Serving Ballina and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Tipperary. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Video GP in Nenagh
- Video GP in Clonmel
- Video GP in Roscrea
- Video GP in Thurles
- Video GP in Cashel
- Video GP in Cahir
- Video GP in Carrick-on-Suir
- Video GP in Tipperary Town
- Video GP in Borrisokane
- Video GP in Glengoole
- Video GP in Littleton
- Video GP in Golden
- Video GP in Ballingarry
- Video GP in Rearcross
- All of Co. Tipperary →
More ways to find a doctor in Ballina
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Ballina
- Online GP in Ballina
- Online Dr in Ballina
- Same-day doctor in Ballina
- Online sick cert in Ballina
- Online prescription in Ballina
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Video GP in Co. Limerick
- Video GP in Co. Clare
- Video GP in Co. Galway
- Video GP in Co. Offaly
- Video GP in Co. Laois
- Video GP in Co. Kilkenny
- Video GP in Co. Waterford
- Video GP in Co. Cork
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Ballina 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 Ballina?
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.
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.
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 Ballina.
What if I need a doctor in person in Ballina 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. Tipperary, contact Caredoc (south Tipperary) / Shannondoc (north Tipperary) — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. Caredoc covers south Tipperary (0818 300 365); Shannondoc (0818 123 500) covers north Tipperary. 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.
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.