Get a real doctor’s note online for work or school in minutes

A doctor’s note is a written statement indicating that a certified doctor evaluated you and that you need time off work. A doctor’s note for school or work contains the following information:

• Date of consultation
• Duration of the absence
• Doctor’s name, qualification, licensing number, and signature 
• Note stating your symptoms (if required)
• Clinic’s information

A doctor’s excuse note is an official document on clinic letterhead that verifies a patient’s need for time off from work or school. It is legit as long as it contains provider’s details, patient’s name, date of absences, and official doctor’s signature.

Yes. You can get an online doctor’s note over the phone through telehealth. Licensed doctors assess your health profile and issue a doctor’s note through text, audio, or video call.

Yes. Employers generally accept a doctor’s note from licensed healthcare providers. It is better to confirm with your employer about the company’s policy before getting medical documentation online.

It depends on where you are getting the sick note from. A walk-in clinic may require a few hours to start your consultation. In contrast, virtual healthcare can get you a doctor’s note within minutes. With online doctor visits, you will get a sick note in less than 5 minutes. Here is how:

• Register on Your Doctors Online
• Share your symptoms
• Talk to an online doctor
• Get a signed, real doctor’s note for work/school

You can get a doctor’s note from a primary care or urgent care provider for a short-term need. Short-term doctor’s notes can be required for seasonal illnesses, medical appointments, pregnancy-related check-ups, stress, and more. 

Yes, online doctor’s notes issued by licensed physicians are legitimate and generally accepted by employers. They are real medical certificates signed and usually include the doctor’s information for verification.

• If your condition requires a physical examination
• Your employer specifically asks for an in-person doctor’s consultation

It depends solely on your company’s leave protocol and your employer’s requirements. A return-to-work doctor’s note is required as legal proof of your absence from work.

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 any follow-ups required for your medical condition.

No. Insurance doesn’t usually cover a doctor’s note. Meaning you will have to pay for your medical visit, and a doctor’s note will incur a separate charge. You can ask your insurance provider for further details.

Since doctor’s notes are an uninsured service, you will need to pay to receive a valid note. The exact cost depends on your chosen telehealth platform.

A backdated sick 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 virtual healthcare provider like Your Doctors Online. If you miss work, our doctors only issue a backdated note if the condition is ongoing.

Yes, you can get a mental health leave of absence with Your Doctors Online without travelling or waiting hours in walk-in clinics.  All you have to do is share your medical history and get your sick notes instantly. 

Yes, a doctor may refuse to provide a sick note in certain situations. For example, if a patient is unable to provide the necessary information, requests a fake doctor’s note, or fails to sign the online form for consent. 

Yes, our board-certified physicians can provide a medical doctor note virtually. If medically appropriate, the doctor will send the sick note to your inbox.

You can get a verifiable doctor’s excuse for food poisoning through Your Doctors Online within 5 minutes. Create an account, get connected with a doctor, explain your symptoms, and get a sick note at the doctor’s discretion.

Our online urgent care service provides a thorough treatment plan based on your health profile. During your virtual appointment, the doctor will evaluate your symptoms and request labs, if needed.