A walk-in clinic lets you see a doctor without booking an appointment or registering in advance. Dooctor.ie runs 15 walk-in clinics across Ireland — in Limerick, Shannon, Ennis, Portlaoise, Athlone, Swords, Galway, Knocknacarra, Kilkenny, Cork (Carrigtwohill), Abbeyfeale, Sligo, Waterford, Dundalk and Carrick-on-Suir — open 7 days a week, including bank holidays. Just walk in with whatever you need, from illnesses and minor injuries to blood tests, vaccinations and prescriptions.
When you’re unwell or injured, the last thing you want is a two-week wait for an appointment. Walk-in clinics solve that problem: fast, in-person medical care, no appointment required. This guide explains how they work, what they treat, and where to find your nearest Dooctor.ie clinic.
What is a walk-in clinic?
A walk-in clinic is a medical clinic you can attend without an appointment. You simply arrive, and an Irish-registered doctor sees you, usually within a short wait. It’s ideal for problems that need attention today but aren’t emergencies — the gap between waiting days for an appointment and sitting for hours in A&E.
At Dooctor.ie, you don’t even need to register in advance. Just walk in with whatever you need — we treat it.
Why choose a walk-in clinic?
- No appointment, no registration — arrive whenever suits you.
- Same-day, in-person care — be examined by a doctor, not just advised remotely.
- 7 days a week — open weekends and bank holidays, when many services are closed.
- Avoid A&E for minor issues — faster, more convenient care for non-emergencies, easing pressure on emergency departments.
- Everything in one place — consultations, tests, vaccinations, prescriptions and more under one roof.
What can a walk-in clinic treat?
Dooctor.ie clinics handle a wide range of minor injuries, illnesses and urgent care needs, including:
Illnesses and infections
- Coughs, colds, flu and COVID-19, and chest infections
- Sore throats and tonsillitis
- Ear infections in adults and children
- UTIs and other common infections
- Skin rashes, eczema and infections
Minor injuries
- Sprains, strains, cuts, bruises and other minor accidents that should be checked promptly
Children’s health
- Paediatric urgent care — our doctors are experienced in treating children, so your child can be seen even when your usual service isn’t available. See children’s fever: what’s normal and when to worry.
Tests, screening and prevention
- Blood tests and health screening — including checks for vitamin D, type 2 diabetes and more
- Cardiac screening and ECGs, reviewed by specialist cardiologists — see our guide to high blood pressure
- Vaccinations, including seasonal flu and travel vaccinations
Prescriptions, certs and forms
- Prescriptions and repeat prescriptions
- Sick certs, medical and employment forms
Women’s and sexual health
- Women’s health concerns, contraception, menopause support and confidential sexual health and STI testing
When to go to A&E instead
Walk-in clinics are for non-emergencies. Go straight to your nearest emergency department, or call 112 or 999, for serious or life-threatening problems: difficulty breathing, chest pain, severe bleeding, major injuries, signs of a stroke, a seizure, a serious allergic reaction, or a rash with fever that doesn’t fade under pressure. If in doubt about a serious symptom, treat it as an emergency.
Dooctor.ie walk-in clinics: 16 locations across Ireland
No appointment needed. Open 7 days a week. Find your nearest clinic below, or see them all on our walk-in clinics page.
Munster
- Dooctor.ie Limerick — 38 Clare St, Quarry Hill, Limerick, V94 YV22 — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Shannon — Unit 8, Abbey House, Shannon Town Centre, Tullyvarraga, Shannon, Co. Clare, V14 VN50 — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Ennis — Victoria Terrace, 4 Springfield Court, Lifford, Ennis, Co. Clare, V95 NV97 — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Abbeyfeale — The Old Bank, Main Street, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick, V94 TH28 — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Carrigtwohill (Cork) — Carrigtwohill Shopping & Business Centre, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork, T45 RH76 — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Waterford — 1st Floor, Above Mulligans Pharmacy, Barronstrand Street, Waterford, X91 WR6K — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Carrick-on-Suir (Tipperary) — Ashpark House Medical Centre, Carrick on Suir, Co. Tipperary, E32 P048 — clinic page
Leinster
- Dooctor.ie Athlone — 19 Mardyke Street, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 X9D9 — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Swords — 29 North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin, K67 XY70 — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Portlaoise — Kilminchy Ave, Kilminchy, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32 CP30 — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Kilkenny — Unit 2, Barrack St, Roachpond, Kilkenny, R95 P49Y — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Dundalk — Carroll’s Village, The Long Walk, Townparks, Dundalk, Co. Louth, A91 AC9X — clinic page
Connacht
- Dooctor.ie Galway (Roscam) — Roscam House, Galway, H91 CX8X — clinic page
- Dooctor.ie Knocknacarra (Galway) — Shangort Rd, Knocknacarra, Galway, H91 VPX2
- Dooctor.ie Sligo — Cleveragh Retail Park, Sligo — clinic page
Can’t see a clinic near you? You can still consult an Irish-registered doctor through our online doctor service — available nationwide, 7 days a week.
What to bring to a walk-in clinic
To help your visit go smoothly, bring: a form of ID, a list of any medicines you take and their doses, details of any allergies, and relevant medical history. If you’re attending about an ongoing condition, any previous results or letters can help too.
How much does a walk-in clinic cost?
Dooctor.ie is built around affordable care, with consultations from €35. Costs depend on the consultation type and any tests, vaccinations or treatments involved. See our Prices page for current fees, and our subscription plans if you’d like ongoing value.
Walk-in clinic or online doctor?
With Dooctor.ie you get the best of both, and they join up seamlessly:
- Walk in when you need a physical examination, minor injury care, tests, vaccinations, or simply prefer to be seen in person.
- Go online for prescriptions, sick certs, advice and many common illnesses — see our full guide to the online doctor in Ireland.
If an online doctor decides you need to be examined, you can walk straight into a clinic — no appointment, no repeating yourself from scratch.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an appointment for a Dooctor.ie walk-in clinic?
No. You can walk in without an appointment or prior registration, 7 days a week including bank holidays. Just arrive with whatever you need.
Where are Dooctor.ie’s walk-in clinics?
There are 15 clinics nationwide, including Limerick, Shannon, Ennis, Athlone, Swords, Galway, Knocknacarra, Portlaoise, Kilkenny, Dundalk, Carrigtwohill (Cork), Abbeyfeale, Waterford, Carrick-on-Suir and Sligo. See the full list on our walk-in clinics page.
What can I be seen for at a walk-in clinic?
Common illnesses, minor injuries, ear and throat infections, UTIs, skin problems, children’s urgent care, blood tests, vaccinations, cardiac screening, prescriptions, sick certs and more.
Are walk-in clinics cheaper than A&E?
Walk-in clinics are designed for affordable, convenient care for non-emergencies, from €35. For genuine emergencies, you should still attend A&E or call 112/999.
Can children be seen at a walk-in clinic?
Yes. Dooctor.ie doctors are experienced in paediatric urgent care and can see children, even when your usual service is unavailable.
What if there’s no clinic near me?
You can consult an Irish-registered doctor through our online doctor service, available anywhere in Ireland, usually within around 20 minutes.
Need a doctor today? Just walk in. 15 clinics across Ireland, no appointment needed, open 7 days a week. Find your nearest clinic, or see a doctor online if that suits you better. Call 0818 010 999 or email info@dooctor.ie.
