Mobile Resources / Apps

UpToDate is an evidence-based, physician-authored clinical decision support resource that assists clinicians with point-of-care decisions. The mobile app for both ios and android is a popular way of using this resource. It just takes a few extra steps to setup the app compared to the web-based version.

UpToDate's browser version looks very similar to the app. Should you choose to use the app, here is some logistical information.

Download and Sign In

• Download the UpToDate app from iTunes or the Google Play Store.
• Login with your UpToDate account. If you don't have an account, see the information about creating an account on this page.

Logistics to be aware of

• Wi-fi or data connection is required. Upstate's subscription does not allow pre-downloading content to your device.
• Re-authentication from an Upstate internet connection is required every 90 days to continue using the app.
  • If you are not on campus, try accessing UpToDate in a browser (not through the app) via https://guides.upstate.edu/uptodate-offcampus, and then logging into your account to "re-authenticate".
  • If you do not have Upstate credentials but have an OpenAthens account, try https://guides.upstate.edu/utdoa. 

Note: It is highly recommended that you create and manage your account from a browser on a computer rather than from a mobile device.

Once you are in UpToDate, click on the "Register" button in the top right corner.  

Follow the prompts to register and create a username/password on the UpToDate site. 

Once registered, you will be able to access UpToDate directly using your personal UpToDate login or clicking "Sign In with Open Athens" from any web browser and via the UpToDate mobile app on up to two mobile devices.

Re-authentication from an Upstate internet connection is required every 90 days, especially if you regularly access UpToDate off campus.

The error message will look something like the following:

To re-authenticate if you are off-campus and have Upstate.edu credentials:

• Using a browser on a computer or phone, visit https://guides.upstate.edu/uptodate-offcampus. 
• Login using your Upstate credentials (note: the username for that page does not include the @upstate.edu part of your email)
• Login to your UpToDate account using the username and password you use for accessing your personal UpToDate information
• Your account should now be "re-authenticated"

If you do not have Upstate.edu credentials but have an OpenAthens account:

• Using a browser on a computer or phone, visit https://guides.upstate.edu/utdoa and enter your OpenAthens credentials.
• Please note that if you already have an UpToDate personal account, you will need to merge your account. 

If you had a previous UpToDate account with another institution, you can merge it with your new Upstate account (must register first) to consolidate your CME. Please note that the previous account must no longer be active.

Follow the directions from UpToDate on How to Merge Accounts.

Note: If you prefer to use OpenAthens to login, you can create and merge accounts by logging in through OpenAthens first, creating an account, and then going through the merge account process to move another existing account into your OpenAthens enabled account.

Contact UpToDate support or browse their technical support articles.