The Library is staffed 8.30am – 5pm, Monday to Friday (apart from bank holidays). Out-of-hours swipe access is available to library members with TSDFT trust ID badges.
FAQ Archives:
Where is the Library and Knowledge Service?
The Library and Knowledge Service is located on the main hospital site in Torbay. We are on the lower ground floor of the Horizon Centre. Please click here for map.
Request an evidence search?
Do you need to find evidence (articles, guidelines, reports) to support your work or research but don’t have the time or skills to carry out the search yourself? Good news! Our skilled librarians can carry the search out for you. Previous evidence searches have been used to research treatment options for complex cases, supply evidenceContinue reading “Request an evidence search?”
Get a login to access the library’s online resources?
Torbay (TSDFT) staff and students To access the library’s online resources (e.g. ejournals, ebooks and databases) you need to use the same username and password that you use to log in to a Trust computer. To simplify the login process, you no longer need a separate OpenAthens account. An OpenAthens account is now automatically linkedContinue reading “Get a login to access the library’s online resources?”
Borrow books?
Our books can be found in the quiet study area of the library. In order to borrow books you need to be a member of the library. You will need your library card or library barcode sticker. A self-service machine is located in the quiet study area of the library. To borrow books simply scanContinue reading “Borrow books?”
Use the printer/scanner/copier?
There is an A4 printer/scanner/copier in the group study area of the library. All of the computers in the library should either connect directly to the printer or offer the option of Follow-You printing. If you use Follow-You printing then you will need to scan your TSDFT staff ID badge on the printer in orderContinue reading “Use the printer/scanner/copier?”
Find the library?
Map The library is attached to the lower ground floor of the Horizon Centre. You can enter the library by walking through the Horizon Centre’s main entrance and taking the lift or stairs to the lower ground floor. The entrance to the library is next to the Horizon Centre’s back door. You will need toContinue reading “Find the library?”
Report a problem or make a suggestion?
Contact the library?
The library is staffed 8.30am – 5.00pm, Monday – Friday (not staffed on bank holidays). Phone: 01803 656700 Email: tsdft.library@nhs.net Or complete the contact form:
Get help with using the library’s resources?
Whether you are completely new to searching for information or just want to brush up your skills with some top tips then the library team are happy to help. We can offer one-to-one or small group sessions. We can also attend meetings/training days to demonstrate the available resources. You may also find our help guidesContinue reading “Get help with using the library’s resources?”