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Introduction to Laxton library, your local NHS library
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Contact us
Laxton Library, Dep. no. 401a, Learning Centre (core A),Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ.
Tel: 01733 678081
Email:[email protected]
Web page: www.eel.nhs.uk/laxton
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Main menu1. What do I need to do to use library servic
es?
2. How do I find books?3. How do I borrow books?4. How to search and access online informa
tion?
5. What services does the library offer?
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Register with the library
• Fill in a registration form and submit to library staff. Forms can be downloaded and completed before visiting the library.
• You will be given an ID and PIN. Use these on – The self-issue system (to borrow, renew ..)– www.elms.nhs.uk (to check account or renew)
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Be familiar with Library rules
• 6 books can be borrowed for a period of 4 weeks. Loans can be renewed once, but items can be recalled at any time.
• The Library rules are to ensure fair and effective access for all. They are displayed in the library.
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Finding books
Search the online catalogue at www.elms.nhs.uk or
Browse the shelves or
Ask Library staff
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Words or phrase is the most flexible search.
Choose to search Laxton Library Peterborough
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Note the classmark and availability
Classmark is
WH 100 HOF
It’s available for reference
We use the National Library of Medicine classification:
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BF – PN Various E.g. Education LB 1049
WH Haemic & lymphatic systems
WR Dermatology
Q-QZ Preclinical sciences, including anatomy, physiology
WI Digestive system WS Paediatrics
W Health professions, e.g. Medical education at W 21
WJ Urogenital system WT Geriatrics. Chronic disease
WA Public health WK Endocrine system WU Dentistry. Oral surgery
WB Practice of medicine, e.g. main textbooks are at WB 100
WL Nervous system WV Otolaryngology
WC Communicable diseases WM Psychiatry WW Ophthalmology
WD Disorders of systemic, metabolic, environmental origin
WN Radiology, diagnostic imaging
WX Hospital and other Health facilities. E.g. Health management WX 150
WE Musculoskeletal system WO Surgery WY Nursing
WF Respiratory system WP Gynaecology WZ History of medicine
WG Cardiovascular system WQ Obstetrics
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The self-issue system lets you borrow, renew and return books
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Scan the barcode of your ID badge
If your card does not work, enter your Library ID (in capital letters)
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Enter your PIN
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Place the books on the wooden surface and remove them after the system processes them.
You can print a receipt to confirm the transaction and for the due date.
Returning booksTo return books no login is necessary but process each book individually, and place in black slot.A green dropbox is also located in the main atrium beside the ATM.
Using the self-issue system ..
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Library services
Opening hours Searching & accessing online information Interlibrary loans and document delivery Training offered by the library Facilities
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Opening hours
Laxton Library is staffed
•9am-5pm Monday-Thursday•9am-4pm Friday
24 hour access can be requested at the library service desk.
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Searching & accessing online information
Register (at an NHS computer) for an Athens account at:http://tinyurl.com/athensreg
Set up your password using the email sent to you.
You can then access e-journals, e-books and databases.
1. Go to www.evidence.nhs.uk & click Journals and Databases
2. Log in with your Athens ID and password3. Start using the databases etc. Training is available to
help you locate and access information. Training guides can be downloaded.
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Useful web sites
• www.eel.nhs.uk for links to databases, resource guides and more
• www.eel.nhs.uk/laxton for details of your local NHS library
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Library trainingLibrary Information Skills TrainingYou will learn how to find and access high quality online information using major healthcare databases. For dates of upcoming training sessions see the library web page.
Critical AppraisalThis is usually arranged for groups. Contact us for more information.
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Interlibrary loans & document delivery
For books or articles which are not available locally or online, library staff can request them from other libraries on your behalf. There is a limit of 3 per week per member.Please avail of this service sensibly, as though it is free to library members, it incurs costs. You should be able to check whether items are available using the library catalogue or your athens password.
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Facilities• 16 study carrels with 16 PCs.• Software available includes Microsoft Office, SPSS,
SmartDraw, and Medical Masterclass.• A Black and white printer is free to use, but you must
bring your own paper. The library sells 30 A4 pages for £1. Make sure to connect to the correct printer.
• A colour scanner is available.• A photocopier also scans and sends documents to an
email address. For copies of student notes and material from the library we will supply a card. For other or personal purposes we sell photocopy cards.
• Study spaces.• A bookable group discussion room.
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