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You don’t need to visit the library to use our resources and services

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 Of course we’d be glad to meet you, but you don’t have to visit the Health Library to use our resources and services. You can access a wealth of online resources from your workplace or home. You can make the most of our services by making online requests.

Our online service provides you with the information and support you need for your work, professional development and best practice:

  • Access ebooks online – no waiting for that key text to become available
  • Check our journal collection online – get easy access to full-text articles
  • Search online databases – find the latest research and best evidence
  • Use clinical tools – for guidelines and best practice, to help you make confident decisions
  • Complete an online form – to make a request and get help finding the information you need

Staff at UHNM can complete our online tutorial NHS Online Library for UHNM Staff to learn more about how to access the online library, register for an OpenAthens account and search online resources.

overhead view of a doctor using a laptop, with phone, notebook, stethoscope, clipboard and drink on the desk

Need more help?

Contact the Health Library if you have any queries.

Remember to check our website for details of facilities, services and resources at the Health Library.

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