See a doctor online in Carrick-on-Shannon today
Carrick-on-Shannon is the county town of Leitrim, on the River Shannon, in Co. Leitrim.
As the county town of Co. Leitrim, Carrick-on-Shannon is a natural hub for the surrounding area, and DrCall serves patients right across the county.
A video or phone consultation gives you access to the same Irish-registered GPs without the commute. Your doctor can send prescriptions electronically to a pharmacy near you and explain the next steps clearly.
How a video or phone GP appointment works in Carrick-on-Shannon
To get the most from the call, find a quiet, private spot in Carrick-on-Shannon 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.
- Doctor calls you at your booked time
- Phone or WhatsApp video — nothing to install
- Find a quiet, private place with a signal
- Have your medicines list to hand
- Same price whether it is video or phone: from €35
Online GP consultation in Carrick-on-Shannon: what we can help with
- Same-day GP appointments by video or phone (subject to availability)
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
- 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 Carrick-on-Shannon?
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. Leitrim:
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 Carrick-on-Shannon
- 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 Carrick-on-Shannon or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Carrick-on-Shannon: evenings and weekends
DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Carrick-on-Shannon or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.
Serving Carrick-on-Shannon and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Leitrim. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Video GP in Manorhamilton
- Video GP in Kinlough
- Video GP in Aughnasheelin
- Video GP in Dromod
- Video GP in Mohill
- Video GP in Drumshanbo
- Video GP in Rooskey
- Video GP in Ballinamore
- Video GP in Jamestown
- Video GP in Keshcarrigan
- Video GP in Cloone
- Video GP in Glenfarne
- Video GP in Carrigallen
- Video GP in Leitrim Village
- All of Co. Leitrim →
More ways to find a doctor in Carrick-on-Shannon
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Carrick-on-Shannon
- Online GP in Carrick-on-Shannon
- Online Dr in Carrick-on-Shannon
- Same-day doctor in Carrick-on-Shannon
- Online sick cert in Carrick-on-Shannon
- Online prescription in Carrick-on-Shannon
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Video GP in Co. Donegal
- Video GP in Co. Sligo
- Video GP in Co. Roscommon
- Video GP in Co. Longford
- Video GP in Co. Cavan
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Carrick-on-Shannon 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 Carrick-on-Shannon?
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.
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.
Is an online doctor consultation private and safe?
Yes. Consultations use secure, GDPR-compliant technology, our doctors follow Irish Medical Council guidelines, and the same doctor–patient confidentiality applies as in a face-to-face visit.
What if I need a doctor in person in Carrick-on-Shannon 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. Leitrim, contact Caredoc (north Leitrim) / NoWDOC (south Leitrim) — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. Caredoc’s north-west service (0818 365 399) covers north Leitrim; check the HSE finder for the right service for your part of the county. 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 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.