Research Guides: Anesthesia Residency: Databases and Tools

Journal Titles

Databases designed to provide information for clinicians at the point of care.

AccessAnesthesiology This link opens in a new window
AccessAnesthesiology is an anesthesiology reference tool, merging a compendium of renowned medical resources with exclusive procedural videos and powerful search functions, along with tables and charts designed for quick reference. This online resource offers multiple tools for certification and recertification in pain management, critical care, and perioperative medicine.

BMJ Clinical Evidence
Evidence-based evaluations of interventions for common clinical conditions. Developed in collaboration with the American College of Physicians and the American Society of Internal Medicine. Published by BMJ.
Updated monthly.

JAMAEvidence This link opens in a new window
Collection of resources to teach and promote evidence based medicine. Textbooks, glossary, worksheets, and education worksheets.
TRIP Database This link opens in a new window
The TRIP Database is a clinical search tool designed to allow health professionals to rapidly identify the highest quality clinical evidence for clinical practice.
UpToDate This link opens in a new window
An evidence-synthesis resource covering multiple medical specialties. Includes topic monographs, patient education, practice updates, drug interactions, guidelines, and medical calculators.

Diagnosaurus This link opens in a new window Allows searching of over 1000 differential diagnoses by symptoms, diseases and organ systems. Link from Diagnosaurus directly into other books within AccessMedicine.
GIDEON This link opens in a new window Database for diagnosing infectious diseases. Includes differential diagnosis tool, current information on disease outbreaks, and epidemiological data.
VisualDx This link opens in a new window Clinical information tool with emphasis on dermatological and opthalmological disorders. Thousands of images of diseases and disorders on different locations and skin tones. Search by diagnosis or build a differential diagnosis.

UpToDate Lexidrug (formerly Lexicomp) This link opens in a new window
Monographs, ebooks and interactive tools covering over the counter and prescription drugs.
Natural Medicines This link opens in a new window
Evidence-based monographs and clinical summaries for alternative and complementary therapies, including herbs, vitamins, dietary supplements, and integrative therapies. Includes information from Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, and other holistic wellness systems.