Psychology: Clinical Information

If you are on the Aston University network: 

Click here to access ClinicalKey. Please note that you are required to 'Log in' to ClinicalKey using an Elsevier account to save and tag content, download eBook PDFs and export images using the Presentation Maker. Guidance on how to register and link to your Aston Username can be found in the next tab.

If you are not on the Aston University network:

1. Select 'Log in' in the top right hand corner of the ClinicalKey homescreen. 
2. Select OpenAthens Login on the right hand side of the screen. 
3. Find Aston University by entering 'aston' in the 'Find your organisation' bar on the right hand side of the page and select Aston University. 
4. Enter your Aston University username and password when prompted. 

To save and tag content, download eBook PDFs and export images, you are required to register for a personalised Elsevier account after you have logged into ClinicalKey via OpenAthens. To register for a personalised account you are only required to complete a short online form. 

If you already have an account to use an Elsevier product linked to your Aston University email (SCOPUS etc.) you do not need to register and only need to follow 'Step 2' guidance below. 

Step 1) Log in to ClinicalKey 

1. Select 'Log in' in the top right hand corner of the ClinicalKey homescreen. 
2. Select 'OpenAthens Login' on the right hand side of the screen. 
3. Find Aston University by entering 'aston' in the 'Find your organisation' bar on the right hand side of the screen and select 'Aston University' when the University's name and logo appears on the screen. 
4. Enter your Aston University username and password when prompted. 

Step 2) To register for a ClinicalKey account: 

1. Select 'Register' in the top right hand corner of the ClinicalKey homescreen.
2. Complete the short registration form.
3. Once you have completed this process ClinicalKey will remember your personalised account details each time you log in (see Step 1). When you log in to ClinicalKey your name should appear in the top right hand corner of the ClinicalKey home screen. 

Use ClinicalKey to access Clinical Overviews.

Clinical Overviews are concise summaries on medical topics, using evidence-based information, current guidelines and the latest advances on medical conditions.

Why are Clinical Overviews useful? 

If you are looking for a structured, evidence-based summary on a medical condition or disease, Clinical Overviews is a great place to start. 

Access through ClinicalKey using the search or browse function to find Clinical Overviews:

ClinicalKey provides access to clinical images and videos. These can be searched and browsed under the 'Multimedia' the option. 

For images and videos: 

• Links are included so you can see the source 
• References are included so you can reference the material
• You can filter your search results if you specifically seek either images or videos

For images: 

• You can save, tag and export images into PowerPoint or Keynote using the Presentation Maker tool (you need to register with ClinicalKey and log in under your account to use this tool, see instructions in previous tab).

Karger Fast Facts are downloadable PDFs which include a clinical overview of a condition or disease, plus explanations or mechanisms and terminology. They also have clear illustrations and figures. Click here for a complete list of titles. All titles are discoverable on Smartsearch. Once you follow the link from Smartsearch, click on the message "you already have online access" to download the PDF.

On campus access: You can access BMJ Best Practice without logging in when you are on the Aston campus. You will be prompted to create a personal account. If it is the first time you are using this resource we recommend creating an account using your Aston email address. 

Off campus: When you are off campus you can access this resource by either:

1. Clicking 'Login', and then 'Access through Your Institution'. Search for 'Aston University' when prompted before entering your Aston username and password. 
2. Or entering your personal account details if you have registered for a BMJ Best Practice account previously

A BMJ Best Practice app is also available with a personal account. It allows users to download the core decision-support information so this can be accessed offline in the clinical setting. This would be highly useful for students undertaking an NHS placement. Please see the next tab for details.

A BMJ Best Practice app is available for Apple and Android. It allows users to download the core decision-support information so this can be accessed offline in the clinical setting. This will be highly useful for students undertaking an NHS placement.

Please be aware that the BMJ Best Practice app does not provide access to procedure videos, patient information leaflets, evidence-based medicine learning resources, or a link to the BNF. These additional features can only be accessed online, through the BMJ Best Practice website. 

To download the app you first have to create a personal account: 

1) Visit the BMJ Best practice website while on the Aston University network. 

2) Once you have accessed the BMJ Best Practice website, click 'Create account' for a personal account or 'Log in' if you already have one. You will need your personal accoun' details to access the app. Please use your Aston University email address when creating an account.

Accessing the app

1) Access your Apple or Google Play store and search for 'BMJ Best Practice'. 

2) Select the app and when prompted, use your BMJ Best Practice 'personal account' details to sign in and download the content. 

Please contact your information specialist if you experience any difficulties setting-up or using this app. 

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