FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR WEEKEND GP SERVICES
Got questions about our weekend GP services? You're in the right place. Whether you're looking for a Saturday doctor, a Sunday GP, treatment for a minor illness or injury, sexual health services, STI testing, or simply need a GP appointment outside normal working hours, this FAQ answers some of the most common questions about visiting Nassau Clinic in Dublin. From booking your appointment to payment and what to expect during your visit, we're here to help you get the care you need.
Same Day & Weekend Doctor provides urgent out-of-hours medical care when your regular GP is not available. We do NOT see children under 6 years of age. Patients with respiratory symptoms are only offered telephone consultations at this time. The Doctor that you will meet in our Dublin City Centre Clinic is registered with the Irish Medical Council (IMC - Specialist Register) and is also a member of the Irish College of General Practitioners (MICGP).
We are a complementary service offering the advantages of convenience and accessibility at a time when your regular Doctor is not available. We do not replace the relationship you have with your existing GP. Continuity of care is provided through your own GP and for that reason, with your consent, your consultation notes will be forwarded to your regular GP.To send a message to the Clinic Manager regarding office administration go to the Patient Portal menu.
MEDICAL QUERIES sent to the Clinic Manager will NOT be responded to. Such medical queries will NOT be passed on to the doctor.
If you need a medical opinion from the Doctor you must book an appointment (by tele-video or face to face).The doctor will assess you and if they deem it medically appropriate, they will issue you with a Private Doctor Medical Certificate. For the most common health problems, such as back pain and mild to moderate anxiety and depression, advice to stay at work or return to work early is recommended for a better clinical outcome. We do not issue Medical Certificates retrospectively i.e. the start date of the medical certificate is the day of the consultation - we cannot cover any dates prior to the date of the consultation.
Please also see below FAQ, which explains that this emergency out-of-hours service does NOT issue Illness Benefit Forms for the purpose of Social Welfare.We do not issue prescriptions (or repeat prescriptions) without the doctor seeing the patient. All prescriptions are issued at the discretion of the consulting doctor. We do not prescribe the COVID-19 medication Paxlovid (Nirmatrelvir & Ritonavir).
There are certain drugs that will not be issued under any circumstances and these include : controlled medication, such as strong painkillers, anxiolytics, sedatives and hypnotics and medication that requires specialist prescribing and monitoring.
Common medications that we cannot prescribe include: Diazepam (Valium), Clonazepan (Klonopin), Midazolam, Tapentadol (Palexia), Tramadol, Gabapentin (Neurontin), Pregabalin (Lyrica), Vicodin, Oxycodone (Oxycontin), Dexamfetamine (Amfexa), Adderall, Modafinil (Provigil), Bupronion (Wellbutrin), Trazodone, Aripiprazole (Abilify), Alprazolam (Xanax), Venlafaxine (Efexor), Paroxetine (Seroxat, Paxil), Fluoxetine (Prozac); Mirtazapine (Mirap), Pramipexole (Mirapex) and Sleeping tablets including Zopiclone (Zimovain), Zolpidem (Stilnoct, Ambien), Nitrazepam (Mogadon), Nytol (Diphenhydramine), methylphenidate and amphetamines (Concerta, Ritalin, Adderall), Beta Blockers.Weekend Doctor provides urgent Out-of-Hours Medical Care when your own GP is not available. We are a complementary service offering the advantages of convenience and accessibility when a patient’s own GP is not available.
We do not act as a substitute for the services that are normally provided by a GP.
For reasons of continuity of care, your own regular Doctor is the appropriate one to write non-emergency letters of referral to medical consultants for X Ray (radiography), CT scan (computed tomography), Fluoroscopy (images of an organ), Angiography (x-ray of the blood vessels), Neurologists or for MRI scans.
On receipt of the findings of the consultant and in the context of your complete medical history, your own Doctor can provide you with appropriate follow up care.We’re here for a wide range of everyday health concerns — especially the ones that can’t wait for your GP. This includes things like Sexual Health, STI & HIV testing, PrEP medication, and Primary Care support. We also treat ear issues (wax buildup or infections), heartburn, sinus infections, sore throats, bronchitis, coughs, earaches, and conjunctivitis.
You can come to us for urinary tract infections, bladder issues, bites and stings, rashes, eczema, acne, fungal or nail infections, digestive problems (like diarrhoea, nausea, or vomiting) and back pain.
If something feels urgent but non-life-threatening, we’ll do our best to help. We’re open late on Thursdays and available weekends (Saturday & Sunday) to make it easier for you to get seen.We warmly welcome adults and children aged 8+ for non-emergency care like infections, rashes, or UTIs. However, for safety reasons, We don’t treat:
- Children under 8
- Major injuries (e.g., broken bones, deep cuts)
- Life-threatening emergencies (chest pain, severe bleeding)
Dr. Liam is registered on the Irish Medical Council’s Specialist Register (No. 402969) and is a member of the Irish College of General Practitioners (Ref. 225965). He trained in Ireland and the UK, with experience in Emergency Medicine, Sexual Health, Oncology, and more. His special interests include Sexual Health and Nutrition, and he completed the BASHH STI Foundation Course in London.
Liam is also deeply involved in community service, both locally and overseas. Learn more about Dr. Liam’s background and community workBefore undertaking PrEP Blood Tests:
- Discontinue Creatine & Protein supplements for 2-4 weeks.
- Refrain from intense exercise for at least 24 hours before test.
- Fast for 8 to 12 hours before blood test.
Your health shouldn't have to wait for weekdays. Whether you need a weekend GP for a minor illness, sexual health concerns, STI testing, prescriptions, or medical advice, Nassau Clinic is here to help. With appointments available every Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday, getting expert GP care in Dublin has never been more convenient. Book your appointment online today and let us take care of the rest.
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