Urgent Care Near Me France
€20
Get urgent care in France from a licensed doctor.
- Answer a few questions
- Facetime/Zoom with a qualified English-speaking doctor quickly
- Pick up your medicine from a nearby pharmacy
- Get a free 7-day follow-up via chat
24/7 Urgent Care in France for Tourists
Doctorsa is the go-to choice for travelers with minor health issues.
Opening times: 365 days a year – 24 hours
Languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Arabic
Cost: Starting at €20 / $21
Walk-in Clinic Convenience, at Your Doorstep
With Doctorsa you get immediate care right from your hotel or accommodation, without the hassle of navigating an unfamiliar city or searching for a walk-in urgent care open now.
English-speaking Doctors in France
Talk to multilingual licensed physicians who can help you in your preferred language, making communication easy. All doctors speak fluent English, and many also speak Spanish, French, Greek, Arabic, Italian, and Portuguese.
Express Prescriptions
Right after your consultation, if needed, you’ll get an electronic prescription. You can then buy your medication from any pharmacy in France whenever it’s convenient for you.
Safe and Effective
Telehealth is an effective alternative to in-person care for urgent and non-emergency needs. Up to 91% of people find virtual care more convenient, and up to 84% say it’s just as good as meeting with a doctor face-to-face*.
* Neves AL, van Dael J, et al. Use and impact of virtual primary care on quality and safety: The public’s perspectives during the COVID-19 pandemic. J Telemed Telecare. 2024 Feb;30(2):393-401.
Common Conditions Treated with Online Urgent Care
Flu
Sinus Infection
Bed Bugs Bite
Tick Bite
Sunburn
Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
Cold Sores
Acne
Swimmer's Ear
General Medicine
Prescription renewals
Sinus Infection
Bed Bugs Bite
Tick Bite
Sunburn
Insomnia
Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
Cold Sores
Acne
Constipation
Fungal Infections
Swimmer's Ear
Chest Cold and Bronchitis
Antibiotics Prescription
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
What is Online Urgent Care?
Online urgent care is a type of telehealth service that allows you to talk immediately with a licensed, local doctor remotely, through video calls.
Online urgent care can treat many of the same conditions as traditional urgent care facilities, providing a convenient and efficient alternative to getting medical help in an unfamiliar city.
When Should You Visit an Urgent Care Clinic Instead?
If you have any of these conditions or needs that online urgent care can’t address, it might be best to visit the nearest clinic:
- Minor injuries: sprains, strains, small cuts requiring stitches, minor burns
- X-rays: for minor injuries like sports injuries
- Dental Care: urgent dental care for severe dental pain or dental trauma
- Vaccinations: it’s not uncommon to need vaccinations while traveling from country to country. Very often this service is available in travel clinic but also in some urgent care centers
- Access to medical specialists: very often urgent care centers provide access to pediatric urgent care, orthopedic specialists and ultrasound scan
- Sports physicals: you’re planning to run the marathon in Paris? You will need a medical certificate to confirm you’re in good health and capable of handling the physical demands of a marathon
How Virtual Urgent Care Can Assist Tourists
Virtual urgent care can be a game-changer for tourists who are usually on tight schedules and unfamiliar with local healthcare. If you don’t know how to see a doctor in France as a tourist, platforms like Doctorsa make it super fast and easy to see a doctor remotely. If you face unexpected a minor health issues far from home, you can quickly talk with a doctor online and get the medical advice or prescriptions you need right away, keeping your travel plans on track and worry-free.
Benefits of a Virtual Consultation
- Eliminate Travel Time and Hassle
- Super Fast Response 24/7/365
- Talk to an English-Speaking Doctor
- Ease of Mind and Reduced Stress
- Perfect for Minor Ailments and Forgotten Medication
- Not Suitable for Life Threatening Conditions
Online doctor visits are perfect for travelers with minor health issues, saving you time and hassle while on holiday. No need for transportation or dealing with local clinics. Unlike limited retail clinics, platforms like Doctorsa handle many medical issues. They reduce stress by connecting you with English-speaking doctors, ensuring clear communication and personalized care without language barriers.
Online Urgent Care Vs. Urgent Care Centers Vs. Emergency Hospitals
Here’s a general guideline:
- Online Urgent Care for minor issues that do not require in-person medical care but are still urgent (e.g. sore throat, UTI, flu, etc.)
- Urgent Care Clinics for minor issues that need specialist, same-day, in-person attention but are not life threatening (e.g. urgent care with x-rays, sprains, cuts requiring stitches, etc.)
- Emergency Hospitals for severe, potentially life-threatening problems that need immediate, specialized care (e.g. difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, head injury, etc.)
If you’re unsure, it’s safer to go to the nearest emergency hospital. However, remember that wait times in the emergency room can be long, often longer than at Urgent Care. If you go to the emergency room with a minor issue, you might have to wait for hours because more serious cases will be seen first.
Knowing where to go can make a big difference in getting the right treatment quickly.
Available Urgent Care Services
Online Virtual Visits
Online doctor consultations let you talk about your symptoms, concerns, and medical history with a licensed physician right from your place. These virtual visits give you urgent care and advice tailored to your needs. Whether you have a non-emergency illness, need a medication refill, or want general healthcare advice, online doctors can provide thorough consultations.
Express Prescriptions
Online doctors can, in many cases, give you prescriptions after virtual care. Once you complete your online consultation, you receive a copy of the prescription so you can pick it up at the closest pharmacy. This is especially great for travelers who need quick access to meds while they’re away from their usual doctor.
Follow-up Care on the Go
Unlike emergency rooms, where follow-up isn’t possible, online doctors offer ongoing monitoring and follow-up. With online doctor services, you get continued support and guidance during your treatment or recovery. Doctorsa provides free follow-up chat for 7 days, letting you check in with the same provider who initially evaluated you. This continuity of care ensures your progress is closely monitored, and any necessary adjustments or recommendations are made promptly.
Select Cities with Online Urgent Care Services
Urgent Care in Bordeaux, France
Urgent Care in Lyon, France
Urgent Care in Marseille, France
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Urgent Care in Toulouse, France
Cost of Online Urgent Care in France
Virtual Doctor Appointments Without Insurance
Telehealth services without insurance can be very affordable. The fee for an online medical consultation starts from €20 for a quick online consultation. Prices vary from doctor to doctor depending on their years of experience, city, and speciality.
online urgent care visit with insurance
You can use your travel or health insurance to pay for your Doctorsa consultation. It’s pretty straightforward. When you’re ready to check out, you’ll see an option to select your insurance carrier and enter your policy details.
Doctorsa works directly with many insurance providers. But even if your provider isn’t on that list, don’t worry! We’ll spend up to a week trying to arrange direct coverage for you. This means you might not have to pay anything out of pocket.
The cost of your consultation will be temporarily held at checkout. Then, once your insurance provider confirms they’ll cover it, that hold is lifted. It’s our way of making sure you get the care you need without the upfront costs.
Urgent Care Stories: Strep Throat in France
During a recent trip to France, I found myself in need of urgent medical care. Instead of scrambling to find an urgent care clinic near me, I decided to try an online doctor service. I wasn’t familiar with the process of seeing a doctor in France, and the idea of navigating through a foreign healthcare system, searching for the nearest hospital to me or an emergency room near me, was daunting.
I quickly found Doctorsa on Google. Within minutes, I had a virtual consultation with an English-speaking doctor. I don’t speak French and it was a relief not having to rush to an emergency clinic near me or look for a walk-in doctors unsure if I’d find someone who understands me. The doctor was able to diagnose me with strep throat and immediately sent an express prescription to a pharmacy nearby. Within an hour, I had my medication in hand. It answered my question about whether pharmacies in France give antibiotics, which they do with a valid prescription. The convenience of not having to find an English-speaking doctor by pure luck at an urgent care facility was incredible.
This experience showed me how efficient and accessible healthcare can be, even when you’re in France, far away from my home doctor. And by the way it was a far cry from the usual search for an after-hours clinic or immediate care near me that I might face back home. If you ever find yourself wondering, “What happens if I get sick in France?” I highly recommend considering online options. It was just as effective as visiting a walk-in clinic.
Urgent Care in France Locations
Doctorsa - online urgent care
Distance: 0 km / 0 miles
Licensed and certified doctors available for online consultations for minor health issues. Talk through your symptoms, share pictures or files with the doctor, and get a prescription emailed to you
Price: starts at €20
Each provider sets their fees, you can choose one in your price-range
Available languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Arabic
Opening hours: 24/7 – open on holidays
Medikal Unit of the Marne Banks - Urgent Care
Urgent Care Center in Chelles, France
Price: Unknown
Available languages: Unknown
Opening hours:
Monday: 8:00 am – 9:30 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am- 9:30 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am – 9:30 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 9:30 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Centre Médical Urgent Care
1596 Av. de la Croix d’Or, 13320 Bouc-Bel-Air, France
Urgent Care Center in Bouc-Bel-Air, France
Price: Unknown
Available languages: Unknown
Opening hours:
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
Centre Medical GMédic - Gardanne
Centre commercial la plaine, 930 Av. d’Arménie, 13120 Gardanne, France
Urgent Care Center in Gardanne, France
Price: Unknown
Available languages: Unknown
Opening hours:
Monday – Sunday: 9:00 am – 10:00 pm
Your questions answered
How does Online Urgent Care with Doctorsa work?
Open the intake form and choose one of the following options:
- Urgent Care: For immediate virtual doctor appointments.
- Set Up an Appointment: To schedule a same-day or future appointment.
- Prescription Refill: Use this option if you have lost or forgotten your medication.
Next, select how you would like to receive appointment offers from doctors.
We recommend using WhatsApp as it is faster and more reliable. You will quickly receive various visit options. Choose the one that suits you best and proceed to online payment.
Video visits are browser-based, so no apps are needed. Simply click the link you receive to start your video visit in your browser.
After the consultation, expect to receive an invoice and an e-prescription via email. You can show or print the e-prescription to purchase medication at the pharmacy of your choice.
How to get a prescription in France?
If you’re running out of medication or forgot to pack your meds, you can get a prescription without needing to see a doctor in person by using Doctorsa. With an online consultation, a doctor can quickly provide you with an express prescription that you can fill at the nearest pharmacy. However, keep in mind that some medications cannot be prescribed through telehealth, so it’s important to be very specific about what you need during your consultation.
How to get antibiotics in France?
You need to get a prescription for antibiotics issued by a medical doctor or a dentist. Pharmacists cannot dispense antibiotics without a script. You can get a prescription without seeing a doctor in person, with Doctorsa. Through online consultations with a doctor, if necessary, you can receive an express prescription you can fill at the closest pharmacy.
How do I get emergency medical help in France?
If you need emergency medical help in France, i.e. if you are in a life-threatening situation, here’s what you can do:
You can go directly to the Emergency Department (ED) at any hospital. If it’s a serious emergency, you can call for an ambulance by dialing 112, the emergency number in France. In more remote areas, helicopters may also be used for transport.
When you arrive at the ED, a nurse will assess your condition to determine the severity. If you have a life-threatening condition, you’ll be taken straight in for treatment. If your condition isn’t urgent, you may be asked to wait or given some initial care while you wait for a doctor to be available.
Once you see a doctor, they will examine you and might consult a specialist if needed, which could require additional waiting time. After your examination, you may be sent home with a prescription or referral, or if necessary, admitted to the hospital.
If you’re not admitted, you’ll receive a bill for the services. Normally, 80% of the costs are covered by the public health insurance system, but if you are a foreigner you may need to pay 100% out-of-pocket unless you have complementary health insurance, which can cover this cost.
In emergencies, your health is the priority, and you’ll receive the care you need, whether it’s on-site, in the ambulance, or at the hospital.
Is an online doctor for me?
An online doctor might be right for you if you are far from your doctor and don’t have time to search for a doctor appointment. An online doctor is perfect for minor but urgent situations or when you need medical assistance during off-hours such as weekends and holidays. An online doctor is not for life-threatening situations.
Are online virtual doctors available on weekends?
Yes, whenever you submit your request it is instantly received by the doctors active at that time. Whether it’s late at night, on a Sunday morning, or on New Year’s Eve, there’s always someone on the other side who’s ready to see you. When you receive an option for an appointment, there’s a person behind it (a doctor) who’s read your request and is willing to assist you.
Can I get antibiotics without seeing a doctor in-person?
Yes, antibiotics can be prescribed during a video consultation with a doctor. Antibiotics in Europe are not available over the counter and pharmacies do not have doctors on site. To buy antibiotics, you’ll need to carry a doctor’s prescription to a pharmacy. For example, the cost of antibiotics typically ranges from 5 to 15 euros.
How Doctorsa protects my health information?
The platform complies with international data protection regulations, including GDPR. When you submit a request on Doctorsa, the content of the request is shared with all available doctors while keeping your data anonymized until you select a provider. Once you’ve chosen a doctor and booked with them, your provided information and contact details will only be shared with them. Doctorsa will never sell your personal information.
Can I use my insurance to pay for the visit?
Yes, it is possible to pay with insurance. During the checkout process, you’ll be prompted to provide your insurance carrier information. Alongside this, you’ll also need to enter your payment details. The consultation cost will be temporarily withheld until our team verifies your coverage with your insurance provider. Once confirmed, the reserved amount will be released. However, if we’re unable to confirm your coverage or if your insurance doesn’t cover the payment, the reserved amount will be charged. In such cases, you’ll promptly receive an invoice, enabling you to claim a refund directly.
