Online training

We offer a library guide to electronic resources for the NHS, as well as a number of other online training guides.

We have training guides on database searching, PubMed, BMJ Best Practice and other clinical resources, as well as guides on how to access and use reference management software. We also have links to exam resources for doctors.

The NHS Knowledge and Library Hub and PubMed

The NHS Knowledge and Library Hub

The NHS Knowledge and Library Hub connects NHS staff and learners to high quality knowledge and evidence resources in one place. Funded by Health Education England, it includes:

  • Journals, books and databases
  • Clinical decision support resources including NICE Guidelines and BMJ Best Practice
  • Policy and management information and research literature
  • Resources purchased nationally and locally

Full access is free to all NHS staff and learners using your NHS OpenAthens account.

Please refer to our online guide to the Knowledge and Library Hub for more information. 

PubMed

PubMed provides free access to a database of indexed citations and abstracts to medical, nursing, dental, veterinary, health care, and preclinical sciences journal articles. PubMed has created some online learning resources.

Online learning

Exam resources for junior doctors (own subscription required)