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LibKey Nomad is a browser extension that providesone-click access to the full text of scholarly articlesfrom journals that the Medical Library subscribes to –andfrom open sources.
 
It works in the background while you browse and provides direct links to articles wherever you are, or the option to order articles. If you are outside the hospital network, you must connect using your OpenAthens access.
 
This makes finding professional literature faster and easier.
 
Download the extensionon both hospital and personal computers.

Select Sørlandet Hospital in the service.

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You must be a registered user to make full use of our services, including ordering articles and books.

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Many of the library’s databases and electronic subscriptions require you to use an SSHF PC. To access them from other devices, you can log in via MyAthens (OpenAthens).

You must be registered with the Medical Library to use this service.

Complete the registration form 
User guide - PDF​

MyAthens
Login service for SSHF employees to access the library’s e-resources when you are not on the SIKT network.

  1. Get a username and password:
    Contact the library inArendal, Flekkefjord and Kristiansand
    You will receive an email with a username and a link to create a password. Remember that your password is personal and must not be shared with others.
  2. Go tohttps://my.openathens.net/and log in.

You can also log in directly through a number of resources (often listed as MyAthens/OpenAthens/Athens sign in), but you will only have access if the library has a subscription (for example, ClinicalKey, Wiley, Sage).

The Medical Library offers guidance on how to use the service:
For Arendal, contactbiblioteket.ssa@sshf.noor call37 01 42 37 .
For Flekkefjord and Kristiansand, contactbiblioteket.ssk@sshf.noor call38 17 48 88.

 

 

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We help you find the information you need to provide good patient care, conduct research and study. We offer guidance and user support, and run courses to enhance your professional competence.

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Last updated 23.02.2026
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