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Welcome, New Students and Residents!

Posted on Monday July 14, 2008 | Category: Tips | 0 comments

This time of the year is always exciting and busy. The UTHSC library has been conducting orientations for new students since early July. Online resources are readily available from any computer on campus, but to use them from off campus you must register with the library. To do so, you can either register online or download and submit the PDF form

Continue reading to learn about some of the benefits of registering with the library.

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Another Way to Register with the Library

Posted on Thursday June 5, 2008 | Category: Tips | 0 comments

Want remote access to the library's electronic resources? You will need to register with the library. If you are having trouble using the online registration form or if you don't know your NetID and password, here is the solution - paper registration form. When completed, e-mail the form to the library at utlibrary@utmem.edu or fax it to 901-448-7235.

Remote Access to UpToDate

Posted on Wednesday May 14, 2008 | Category: Tips | 0 comments

To gain remote access to library’s electronic resources including UpToDate, you’ll need to register with the library. You will need your UT NetID and password to complete the online registration form.

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Library Tip: NIH Public Access — Submission Flowchart

Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2008 | Category: Tips | 0 comments

The library’s NIH Public Access Information page has a downloadable submission flowchart.

If your peer-reviewed manuscripts have been accepted for publication on or after April 7, 2008, they must be submitted electronically to PubMed Central (PMC). Download the flowchart or visit our web page for more help.

Library Tip: Help for EndNote Users

Posted on Friday April 18, 2008 | Category: Tips | 0 comments

A new e-mail discussion list has been created for EndNote users. List members can post EndNote questions; receive news, tips, and other helpful information,;and contact the EndNote instructors at the UTK and UTHSC libraries.

Another way to get help from the library

Posted on Wednesday April 2, 2008 | Category: Tips | 0 comments

Need instant assistance on using the library resources or want a quick answer to your question related to the library? The UTHSC Library Information Desk provides live chat or Instant Message (IM) service from 8 am to 5 pm during weekdays. You can use AIM, MSN, Yahoo, Google Talk, or ICQ to get in touch with us. Add us to your contact list with our username (uthscrefdesk, or 371901006 if you use ICQ). For more information click here

Of course, you can still send us email anytime or call 901-448-5404 or toll free at 1- 877-747-0004.

Library Tip: Access E-Journals at Home

Posted on Tuesday March 11, 2008 | Category: Tips | 0 comments

You can access over 2000 online journals from home. Simply visit the library's e-journals page. Almost all the titles listed are accessible from off-campus (campus-only titles are clearly marked).

For more information, see the FAQ.

Library Tip: Instant Message the Library's Information Desk!

Posted on Wednesday September 5, 2007 | Categories: News Tips | 2 comments

You can use AIM, MSN, Yahoo, Google Talk, or ICQ to get in touch with us. Add us to your contact list with our username (uthscrefdesk, or 371901006 if you use ICQ). For more information, go to http://library.utmem.edu/reference/im. This service is available during our normal hours (weekdays 8-5).

You can still send us an Ask-a-Librarian email anytime.

Library Tip: Does the Library Have Your Journal Online?

Posted on Wednesday August 8, 2007 | Category: Tips | 0 comments

The most current list of electronic journals is in the alphabetical listing of ejournals. Because of contractual agreements with publishers, some journals have access restrictions; these are noted in the listing. You can also check the online catalog to determine whether we have a particular journal--in print or online. Send us your questions about an electronic resources.

Library Tip: Tour the library from your desktop

Posted on Tuesday July 17, 2007 | Category: Tips | 0 comments

Take a virtual tour of the Health Sciences Library right from your desktop.

The library also offers physical tours of the facility. Contact Steve Golanka at 448-5164 for details.

Library Tip: Micromedex drug database

Posted on Thursday July 5, 2007 | Category: Tips | 0 comments

Micromedex can help you compare drugs, review drug evaluations, check for drug interactions, verify IV compatibility, review disease details, and research laboratory tests.

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