Author: Lisa

DynaMed is a point of care tool summarising the latest information on over 3,000 topics.  It is accessible from any Trust computer using the link from the library homepage or from any other device using a George Eliot Athens Password Read More …

A range of topics are covered by the information skills training offered by the William Harvey Library in GETEC.  Topics covered include the social networking / micro blogging site Twitter, NICE Evidence Search, Critical Appraisal and an introduction to Systematic Read More …

This new document from Health Education England covers libraries over the next five years.  It vision is that NHS bodies, their staff, learners, patients and the public use the right knowledge and evidence, at the right time, in the right Read More …

The William Harvey Library has recently bought a selection of new books including almost fifty titles in the Oxford Handbook series.  As well as a range of varied medical subjects such as Neurology, Echocardiography and the Foundation Programme titles also Read More …

The William Harvey Library in GETEC is running three training session on the social media tool Twitter.  The sessions will cover how to set up a Twitter account, use it to send ‘tweets’, follow other users, search for topics you Read More …

With exams approaching, a book about memory is timely. Foster looks at the hardware and software of memory in a fascinating introduction of only 138 pages. There are also tips on exam preparation: avoid distractions, seeking meaning and practice are Read More …

All staff with a current ID badge can access the William Harvey Library in GETEC at any time.  The library is staffed from 8:30 to 17:00 Monday to Friday.  Outside those times you can look at the books in the Read More …

This manual provides details of up to date clinical skills and procedures based on the latest research and advice from clinical experts.  From the hospital intranet the full text can be accessed electronically via the link on the right under Read More …

The William Harvey Library in GETEC offers a range of courses that help you understand and use information.  These include critical appraisal of research information, using NICE Evidence Search and using Twitter to communicate and keep up to date.  A Read More …

The William Harvey Library in GETEC will not be staffed on New Year’s Day. Swipe card access is available to the library allowing use of the computers and reference to the stock. Many resources are available electronically from any computer Read More …