Book a Nigerian doctor for a relative — from abroad
Set up a video consultation with a verified Nigerian doctor for your parent, sibling or child back home, and pay for it yourself. They're seen from the comfort of their own home; you stay in control from anywhere.
To book a Nigerian doctor for a relative from abroad, create a Lonia account, add your relative as a dependent, then choose a verified doctor and time and pay with your international card. Your relative joins the secure video consultation from home in Nigeria — no separate account needed for them.
Add your relative
In your profile, add them as a family member with their name, relationship and date of birth.
Choose a doctor and time
Browse verified GPs and specialists, pick a slot that suits them, and pay with your card.
They join at home
Your relative opens the secure video link in Nigeria and consults the doctor face to face.
Good for the concerns that keep you up at night
Video consultations work well for check-ups, managing blood pressure and diabetes, malaria and typhoid follow-up, women's and children's health, mental health, and repeat prescriptions. For emergencies or anything needing a physical examination, your relative should be seen in person. Browse doctors by specialty or explore the health library.
Every doctor is MDCN-verified and admin-approved before they can see patients, and all consultations are delivered inside Nigeria by Nigerian-licensed doctors.
Doctors available now for your family
Frequently asked questions
- How do I book a doctor for my parent in Nigeria from abroad?
- Create a free Lonia account, add your parent as a family member in your profile, then start a booking and select them under "Who is this appointment for?". Choose a verified doctor and time, pay at checkout, and they receive the video consultation link.
- Will my relative be able to join the video call easily?
- Yes. They join from a smartphone or computer using the link — no app account of their own is required. If they need help, you can talk them through it, and our support team is available.
- Can I book a specialist, not just a GP?
- Yes. Lonia has GPs and a range of specialists. You can browse by specialty and pick the right doctor for your relative's needs — for example a cardiologist for blood-pressure concerns or an endocrinologist for diabetes.
- What if the doctor recommends medication?
- The doctor can issue a digitally signed prescription, and you can order the medication for nationwide delivery to your relative's address in Nigeria — again paid by you from abroad.
- Which card can I use to pay?
- Checkout accepts international Visa, Mastercard and Verve cards via secure Paystack. You are charged in Naira and your bank handles the conversion.
Also see: medication delivery for family in Nigeria and the family-abroad overview.