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mdcalc_logo-green (1)MDCalc has been around as a popular online calculator for the past 10 years.  It is so popular that each month it has over 850,000 unique visitors.  But now, this phenomenal resource is available as a free iPhone/iPad app (until May 1st… hurry!).

This medical calculator goes leagues beyond the rest, providing common and important calculators that include brief summaries of critical studies.  Calculators include links to relevant PubMed articles, and includes the “Pearls/Pitfalls”, “Next Step” calculations, and commentary from the authors.  This emphasis on Evidence-Based Medicine and clinical decision-making is just one of the ways in which MDCalc stands out.  Additionally, all content is available even without an internet or cell connection, whereas similar medical calculators don’t have this capability.

With a simple, clean interface and information that goes wherever you do, MDCalc will quickly become your go-to medical calculator.

Check out some other medical apps by heading over to Himmelfarb Library’s App Shelf.

Download now to your iPad or iPhone here and get full access for free!

 

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USMLEasyUSMLEasy has updated their site and interface.  This updated version of USMLEasy will require you to create a new user account; accounts from the prior system will not function.

The revised version of USMLEasy is designed to support your study for the USMLE exams for Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 3 including:
  • Comprehensive practice: Personalized practice using thousands of questions covering all the disciplines and organ systems from the USMLE Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 3.
  • Adaptive Prep: Adaptive learning technology to personalize your test prep experience based on your individual needs. This ensures you spend more time on the concepts you still need to review, and less on the material you've already mastered.
  • Dashboard: Personalized dashboard displays your latest activities and scores so that you can constantly track your progress, and easily resume your studying exactly where you left off.
  • Study Plan: Personal Study Plan feature supports your test preparation and will help schedule your studies, as well as set and achieve your overall goals.
  • Skill Report: Individualized skill report provides a full analysis of your proficiency in every subject area tested by the USMLE; this report enables you to focus your prep efforts, overcome problem areas, and utilize your study time more effectively.
  • Personalized Reporting: View your test results easily after completing each test and access detailed explanations for any question. You will also receive feedback statistics for your total test performance.
To get started with USMLEasy, access this resource today and create a new user account.  USMLEasy is available to GW users from on- and off-campus locations.  USMLEasy is also mobile-optimized so you can easily answer questions and study using your phone - whenever and wherever you are.  If you have any questions, please contact Laura Abate (leabate@gwu.edu).

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healthiqDo you know the minimum SPF needed to protect yourself from the sun’s harmful rays? Or how many seconds you should wash your hands to kill germs? The CDC has a new game app that lets you test your knowledge and play at easy, medium, or advanced.  Download CDC Health IQ (for free) to play!

 

In addition to the gameshow-style CDC Health IQ, the CDC offers several apps for healthcare professionals.
  • CDC STD Tx Guide 2015 - 2015 information on the identification and treatment of STDs
  • CDC Vaccine Schedules - CDC and ACIP-recommended immunization schedules.
  • CDC Influenza - CDC’s latest recommendations and influenza activity updates.
  • CDC Blast Injury - Content for prehospital and hospital healthcare providers.
  • Contraception - Recommendations for the use of specific contraceptive methods by women and men who have certain characteristics or medical conditions.
  • WISQARS Mobile -  Interactive database that provides customized reports of injury-related data.
  • Tickborne Diseases - Quick reference guide on diagnosing and treating tickborne diseases including local prevalence and photos of ticks.

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ClinicalKey app
A ClinicalKey app is now available on Himmelfarb Library's App Shelf.  The ClinicalKey app provides a custom interface for searching and viewing content on ClinicalKey.  ClinicalKey provides access to extensive full-text holdings via a clinically-focused search interface.

ClinicalKey's holdings including 600+ full-text journals and 1,100+ full-text books as well as additional content including the FirstConsult clinical reference tool, drug information, clinical guidelines, ProceduresConsult, and extensive collections of images and videos.

ClinicalKey is searchable by keyword as well as disease, finding, procedure or drug, and uses smart search technology to map your search terms to relevant topics and deliver you the most relevant content pieces for frequently searched topics.

To install the ClinicalKey app on your phone or tablet, please consult the instructions on Himmelfarb Library's App Shelf.  If you have any questions, please contact Laura Abate (leabate@gwu.edu).

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DigilockHimmelfarb Library now has ten charging lockers available for your electronic devices.  You can recharge your cell phone, tablet and/or laptop without worry.   The locker tower is located behind the first floor Circulation Desk. These lockers are available by check-out on a first come, first served basis.

To use a locker, take down the locker number and the folks at Circulation will check that locker out to you for 4 hours. Plug in up to two devices in the locker - remember to bring your charging cables!  When you return  to claim your device(s), have the Circulation staff check the locker back in.

For complete information, visit: http://himmelfarb.gwu.edu/about/lockers.cfm

Photo credit: http://digilock.com

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Lexicomp appHimmelfarb Library recently renewed our license to Lexicomp which means that it's time for users to renew the subscription on their devices.  Lexicomp is a comprehensive clinical drug information app including Lexi-Drugs, a drug interaction tool, and an extensive library of clinical calculators.

Here's how to renew your Lexicomp app:

  1. Access Lexicomp and click on the link on the right-hand menu for 'Mobile App Access.'
  2. Make a note of the authorization code provided.
  3. Access  http://www.lexi.com/account/code and login with your Lexicomp login/password.
  4. In the Subscriptions section, locate Add a Subscription by Code and enter the authorization code.
  5. On your iPad, open the Lexicomp app and select 'Update'.

If you're a new Lexicomp user, you can also install the Lexicomp app by following the instructions available on Himmelfarb Library's App Shelf.    Please contact Laura Abate (leabate@gwu.edu) with questions.

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Clinical Information AppsHimmelfarb Library provides clinical and drug information tools to GW students, faculty and staff.  These resources are available via web access and as apps at no charge to GW affiliates.   GW users have access to web resources 24/7 and can install the apps on their personal devices.  Most apps last for one year and can be renewed annually.

Our most popular clinical and drug information tools include:

  • DynaMed - evidence-based point-of-care information resource includes drug and disease information.  Web or App.
  • Epocrates Essentials - evidence-based resource providing disease and drug information. Disease information uses step-by-step approach, covering prevention, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. Web or App.
  • Lexicomp - comprehensive clinical drug information;  includes Lexi-Drugs and Lexi-Interact.  Web or App.

Additional apps are also available via Himmelfarb's App Shelf.

If you have questions, please contact Laura Abate (leabate@gwu.edu).

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The Lexicomp app's 'Interact' tool (useful for identifying possible drug interactions) is not compatible with the recent update to the iOS update.  Lexicomp is working on addressing this by creating a fix in the Lexicomp app which they anticipate will be available within the next two weeks.    If possible, you may wish to delay updating your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to the iOS 8.2 update until Lexicomp releases the update to their app.

  • Description of issue: If you upgrade to iOS 8.2, the Interact module on your Lexicomp mobile app will no longer function properly. Specifically, you will no longer be able to add drugs to an interaction check. Tapping the "plus" icon to do so will result in the app crashing back to the home screen.
  • Steps you can take: Once you upgrade your device operating system to iOS 8.2, there is no way to roll back the upgrade. Therefore, if possible, we suggest delaying upgrading to the new operating system until a fix is in place. The issue does not affect users of earlier versions of the iOS operating system (any version 8.1 or lower).

If you have any questions or concerns about your specific situation, please contact technical support at http://www.lexi.com/support

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BrowzineBrowzine, an app which provides access to Himmelfarb Library's e-journals collection, was recently reviewed on iMedicalapps.  Browzine allows you to build a personal bookshelf using the library's e-journals titles and subscriptions.  The app is free to users and Himmefarb Library's holdings and access screens (GWid/G# + last name) are customized within the app.

Check out the review and try Browzine!

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DynaMedDynaMed has updated its app to provide improved access to the high quality evidence-based point-of-care and drug information provided by this resource.  Instructions for updating your DynaMed app are available on Himmelfarb Library's App Shelf and are also provided below:

  1. Access DynaMed then click on 'Mobile' in the menu at the top of the screen and enter your email address.
  2. Download DynaMed app (Apple/iOSor Android) to your device then open email message on your device and click on the 'authentication key' to activate the app.
  3. Note: you can use the same email to active DynaMed on up to three devices; the emailed authentication key is good for 48 hours.

You may also find this brief video tutorial (1:31) useful.

If you have any questions, please contact Laura Abate (leabate@gwu.edu).

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