See a doctor online in Oughterard today
Oughterard is in Co. Galway, in the province of Connacht.
The county town of Co. Galway is Galway City, and DrCall looks after patients in Oughterard, 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.
For people in rural areas around Oughterard, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.
How a video or phone GP appointment works in Oughterard
To get the most from the call, find a quiet, private spot in Oughterard 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.
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 Oughterard: what we can help with
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
- 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 Oughterard?
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 Oughterard
- 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 Oughterard.
Online doctor near Oughterard: evenings and weekends
Appointments run seven days a week. That means you can see an online GP in Oughterard after work, at the weekend, or late in the evening.
Serving Oughterard and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Galway. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Video GP in Loughrea
- Video GP in Galway City
- Video GP in Ballinasloe
- Video GP in Oranmore
- Video GP in Tuam
- Video GP in Salthill
- Video GP in Clifden
- Video GP in Cashel
- Video GP in Athenry
- Video GP in Clarinbridge
- Video GP in Ballygar
- Video GP in Moycullen
- Video GP in Milltown
- Video GP in Kiltormer
- All of Co. Galway →
More ways to find a doctor in Oughterard
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Oughterard
- Online GP in Oughterard
- Online Dr in Oughterard
- Same-day doctor in Oughterard
- Online sick cert in Oughterard
- Online prescription in Oughterard
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Video GP in Co. Mayo
- Video GP in Co. Roscommon
- Video GP in Co. Offaly
- Video GP in Co. Tipperary
- Video GP in Co. Clare
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Oughterard 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 Oughterard?
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.
How long does an online GP consultation take?
A typical consultation lasts around 15 minutes, though your doctor will take the time they need to help you properly.
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 Oughterard 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.
Can I get a prescription or sick cert online in Oughterard?
Yes, where your doctor considers it clinically appropriate. Prescriptions are sent electronically to the pharmacy you choose, and sick certs are available for work or college. DrCall cannot prescribe benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids or stimulants.
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.