e-Journals - what, when, how and why?

e-Journals are a searchable, electronic version of a journal, available online.

• Convenient desktop full text access to nationally, regionally and locally subscribed journals.
• All NHS staff in Surrey have access to a range of electronic content. 
• Read, print, download, when you want to.
• No paper cuts!

What e-Journals are available and how do I use them?

The NHS nationally provides access to 3500+ e-Journals.  You can search for these using the online catalogue or MyJournals.  Once you’ve found the journal you want, either browse the content or follow the links to find a particular article.

Do I need usernames and passwords?

Yes, most of the time you will need an NHS Athens username and password.  You can register via: https://register.athensams.net/nhs/nhseng/  If you register from an NHS net computer your account will be ready to use straight away, otherwise there may be a delay, while your account is checked.

Can I access them from my office / home?

Yes, your NHS Athens password will work from any internet connection.

But I can’t find the one I want…?

Unfortunately not everything is available in full text.  Most of the time we can quickly, obtain a copy of an article for you from another library.