NHS staff and students can register for an NHS OpenAthens username and password to access our electronic resources. The single sign on allows access to a wide range of resources including ebooks, ejournals and databases.
Eligible users can register from home or at work. You can register for OpenAthens here.
If you are transferring to Somerset FT from another Trust, you may already have an OpenAthens account. If so, please let us know and we will transfer your account to us so that you will be able to access our subscribed online resources.
Please note: when registering from home it can take up to 7 days to verify your account. Registration from an NHS networked computer is verified the same day.
Click here to see if you are eligible for an OpenAthens password. If you are still unsure please contact the library.
If you forget your password you can reset it by clicking here.
When you move to or from another NHS organisation you can take your Athens account with you. To do this you will need to:
The Library, Musgrove Park Hospital administers OpenAthens accounts Somerset NHS Foundation Trust.
If you have any problems or need help contact the library.
Taunton-MPH Open: Mon-Fri: 8.30am-4.30pm 24/7 for registered members Knowledge & Library Services, Musgrove Park Academy, Musgrove Park Hospital TA1 5DA |
Yeovil Open: 24/7 for registered members. Variable staffed hours (when unstaffed, please send us an email or phone us during core staff hours) Academy Library,Yeovil District Hospital, Higher Kingston, Yeovil, BA21 4AT |
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