About the Practice
Meet Our Team
Our experienced team of GPs, nurses, and support staff are committed to providing compassionate, patient-centred care for the Tallaght community.
Russell Centre Family Practice offers compassionate, comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. We accept medical card, GP visit card, and private patients.
Our experienced team of GPs, nurses, and support staff are committed to providing compassionate, patient-centred care for the Tallaght community.
From routine consultations to chronic disease management, we provide a full range of primary care services for patients of all ages.
Request prescriptions, register as a new patient, or update your details — all online, at your convenience.
We are currently accepting new patients. Registering with our practice is simple — follow the steps below.
Confirm you are within our catchment area (Dublin city and surrounding areas). Call us if you're unsure.
Call or visit reception to collect a New Patient Registration Form, or request one by email.
Return the completed form in person or by post, along with the required ID documents.
Once registered, book your first appointment online via Pippo or by calling the practice.
Book online anytime through the Pippo app. New to Pippo? You'll need to register before your first booking.
For urgent medical matters, please telephone us directly. Same‑day urgent appointments are available in limited capacity; requests must be received before 11:00 a.m.
We make it easy to request your repeat prescriptions. Please allow adequate time so you don't run out of medication.
Submit your repeat prescription request at least 48–72 hours before you need it. Do not wait until you have run out.
Requests can be made by calling the practice during opening hours, by visiting reception, or by posting a written note. Online requests may be available via Pippo — ask reception for details.
Collect your prescription from reception, or we can send it electronically to your nominated pharmacy. Please notify us of your preferred pharmacy.
Long-term repeat medications require a periodic review with Dr. Ahmad. We will contact you when your review is due.
Please note: Repeat prescriptions are for established, stable conditions only. New symptoms or changes to your condition require a consultation. Prescription requests sent outside office hours will be processed the next working day.
All fees are payable on the day of consultation. Effective from 1st January 2026.
* Fees effective from 1st January 2026 and subject to change. Please confirm at the time of booking. We accept cash, debit card, and credit card.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Thursday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Friday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
* Hours may vary on public holidays. Please check our news section or call ahead.
When the practice is closed, please contact your nearest GP Out-of-Hours service (GP OOH) or TLC-Doc:
TLC-Doc: 045 848 707 · tlcdoc.ie
For life-threatening emergencies, call 999 or 112 or go to your nearest Emergency Department (A&E).
For non-urgent health advice, call HSE NowDoc / GP OOH: 1850 24 1850 or visit hse.ie.
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We'd love to hear from you. Use the form below for general enquiries, or call us during opening hours.
Parking: Paid parking at Ground Level, Level 1 & Level 2 within the Russell Centre building. Additional parking available at The Square Shopping Centre, approx. 2 min walk. HSE approved wheelchair accessible building with lift access to every level.
