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Medical Calculators in DynamedPlus

DynamedPlus is a point-of-care reference tool. It is available for UHNM staff via their NHS Athens username.

DynamedPlus includes a range of medical calculators and decision tools. Calculators may appear in related search results and attached to topic pages. However you can also browse through the available range either via checking the A-Z list or via category.

To browse the calculators select the option at the top of the screen (no. 5 below)

Screen-shot of the DynamedPlus home page

You can then browse through the available calculators by the A-Z list or via a category.

Screen-shot of the Calculators list

You can find more help about using calculators on the ebsco DynamedPlus help page.

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