Visiting From Abroad?

The GP is your first point of contact within the Irish health service, this is who you should see if you have a medical problem while holidaying in Ireland. GPs can resolve 90% of such issues, and can refer you further if the need arises. If the problem is extremely urgent (for example collapse, bad accidents, heart attack, bleeding profusely..) you should call an ambulance (phone 999 or 112) or proceed directly to the Accident and Emergency Dept of University Hospital Galway, or the Galway Clinic. If you have a valid EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) or UK NHS card, you are entitled to free GP care from the staff in Galway Bay Medical Centre..