See a doctor online in Waterford City today
Waterford City is often described as Ireland's oldest city, founded by the Vikings on the River Suir, in Co. Waterford.
As the county town of Co. Waterford, Waterford City is a natural hub for the surrounding area, and DrCall serves patients right across the county.
An in-person GP appointment in Waterford City 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 Waterford City
To get the most from the call, find a quiet, private spot in Waterford City 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 Waterford City: what we can help with
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
- 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
- Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
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 Waterford City?
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. Waterford:
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 Waterford City
- 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 Waterford City.
Online doctor near Waterford City: evenings and weekends
There is no need to take time off to visit a surgery. Book an evening or weekend online GP appointment from Waterford City and speak to an Irish-registered doctor when it suits you.
Serving Waterford City and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Waterford. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Video GP in Dungarvan
- Video GP in Tramore
- Video GP in Ballyduff
- Video GP in Annestown
- Video GP in Whitechurch
- Video GP in Gaultier
- Video GP in Ardmore
- Video GP in Bunmahon
- Video GP in Kilmeaden
- Video GP in Glencairn
- Video GP in Affane
- Video GP in Stradbally
- Video GP in Mothel
- Video GP in Rathgormack
- All of Co. Waterford →
More ways to find a doctor in Waterford City
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Waterford City
- Online GP in Waterford City
- Online Dr in Waterford City
- Same-day doctor in Waterford City
- Online sick cert in Waterford City
- Online prescription in Waterford City
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Waterford City 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 Waterford City?
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 see an online doctor in Waterford City today?
Yes. DrCall appointments are available every day and most patients can be seen the same day. Choose the next available time on our booking page — the earliest bookable slot is 30 minutes from now.
Can I see a doctor at the weekend in Waterford City?
Yes. DrCall runs seven days a week, so weekend and evening appointments are available — the booking page shows the live times.
What if I need a doctor in person in Waterford City 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. Waterford, contact Caredoc on 0818 300 365 — 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.
Who can see my consultation details?
Your details are used to provide your care and are handled in line with GDPR. Consultations are confidential, exactly as they would be in a surgery.
What should I have ready for my online consultation?
Find a quiet, private place with a good signal, keep your phone charged, and have your medication names and any recent readings to hand. Your doctor will call you at the time you booked.