UpToDate is a practical clinical information service designed to provide instant access to just the information you need. It is written by a recognized faculty of experts who each address a specific clinical issue. They synthesize the latest evidence and best practices and provide detailed recommendations.
1. Access the UpToDate database using a web browser (laptop/desktop preferable)
2. At the top right hand side of the page select the “Register” button.
3. Register for an UpToDate account using your university email address.
4. Install the mobile application on your device from the app store.
5. Open the application.
6. Log in with the username and password you chose during the registration process.
7. Allow notifications. This will tell alert you when you need to re-validate your account, as mentioned below.
Users will need to re-validate their access every 90 days. This can be done by accessing UpToDate on a University network, via Epic, or on a campus computer, or via the Hardin Library website. This is easier to do on a desktop computer, but can be done on a mobile browser with some minor differences.
To re-validate:
1. After logging into UpToDate, click "Sign in" on the top right.
2. Login with the username and password you created (could be different than your Hawk ID)
3. Click on "My Account" near the top right of the screen.
4. Click on "Manage My Devices" on the left side of the screen.
5. You should see a message at this point that says you are revalidated.