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Advanced literature searching for NHS staff In-Person

Aimed at all NHS staff working at, or affiliated with St. George’s Trust who conduct complex literature or systematic reviews.

Requirement

You would need to already have the basic knowledge in designing search strategies, and have experience using NHS Knowledge & Library Hub, BMJ Best Practice, UpToDate, Trip, MAG Online Library, etc. If you don’t, please attend the Searching for evidence-based literature training  first.

Contents

  • Quick recap of planning and designing an effective search strategy
  • Know the difference between literature review vs systematic review
  • Searching advanced medical databases e.g. MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, COCHRANE, etc.
  • Locating, accessing or requesting full text articles from Library Services

Important: An OpenAthens login will be necessary to access these resources. Register for an OpenAthens account. We recommend registering at least two days prior to the workshop.

Date:
Thursday 18 June 2026
Time:
12:30 - 14:00
Room:
Training Room, St George's Library, Hunter Wing
Campus:
Tooting campus (NHS staff)
Audience:
  All levels     NHS staff only  
Categories:
  NHS staff only  
This is an In-Person event at Tooting campus (NHS staff).

Registration is required. There are 19 seats available.

Accessibility adjustments

We endeavour to make our workshops inclusive by design. If you require a specific adjustment for this workshop, email subjectlibrarians@citystgeorges.ac.uk. Include the name, date and time of the workshop you wish to attend to discuss support options. Some adjustments may take longer to organise, so contact us in good time before the start of the workshop.
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