Get an online doctor's note for work or school in minutes

A doctor’s note is provided to individuals suffering from a medical condition and seeking time off from work or school. This includes students, employees, freelancers, caregivers, and remote workers experiencing illness, mental health challenges, injuries, or personal emergencies. You can request both new doctor’s notes and renewals of existing ones through our virtual platform.

You can get a doctor’s note from a primary care or urgent care doctor when you’re dealing with a serious medical condition. This includes injuries, hospitalization, medical appointments, contagious illnesses like COVID-19 or seasonal viral flu, pregnancy-related concerns, long-term conditions, and diagnosed mental or physical health issues.

Doctor’s notes are written based on the patient’s brief description and identity details, such as name, date of birth, and other relevant information. The note outlines the medical issue the patient is experiencing and the recommended time off from work or school based on the severity of the condition. The doctor may also include a list of symptoms and a treatment plan.

You can get a doctor’s note from the comfort of your home from board-certified online doctors at Your Doctors Online. Whether you need a medical excuse note for school or work, our doctors will provide you with one in minutes after consultation 24/7.

Yes, licensed online doctors in Canada and the US are authorized to provide sick notes as long as your condition is genuinely severe. After a short consultation via audio, video, or text, our doctor evaluates your symptoms and, if medically appropriate, provides you with a valid online sick note within minutes.

A return-to-work note is often required in the professional setting. It reminds your supervisor about the reason for your absence from work, confirms the date you will rejoin work, and may consist of follow-ups or modified responsibilities based on your medical condition.

You may need a doctor’s note to return to work or school so your employer or institution can verify the reason and duration of your absence. If your condition involved a contagious illness, physical injury, or any other medically significant issue, a return-to-work note confirms that you’re now fit to resume duties. It also serves as legal proof by formally acknowledging the seriousness of your condition.

It solely depends on the company’s leave protocol and your employer’s requirements. Mostly, the sick note is required as legal proof of your absence from work and can be obtained from a licensed online or in-person doctor.

Fake doctor’s notes can cause embarrassment and pose the risk of penalties from your school or workplace. Instead, you should get real doctor’s notes from the physician’s office or use online PIPEDA and HIPPA complaint telehealth clinics.

You can get a doctor’s note without booking an appointment through Your Doctors Online’s telehealth platform. We are open 24/7, which means you do not have to wait in the queue to get your note. Instead, register, talk to a doctor, and get your note within 5 minutes.

A backdated doctor’s note can only be issued by a licensed physician who can reasonably verify that you were unwell on the specified date. This may include your family doctor, an urgent care provider, or a telehealth service like Your Doctors Online. Our doctors only issue a backdated note if the condition is ongoing or if sufficient evidence supports your claim.