Mobile Resources / Apps
UpToDate Overview
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.
Downloading and Logistics
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, you can 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".
- UpToDate on campus This link opens in a new window
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Anyone on campus can use this link. - UpToDate off-campus (upstate.edu credentials) This link opens in a new window
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Using this link requires Upstate.edu credentials and is for individuals who are off the campus internet network.
- UpToDate through OpenAthens This link opens in a new window
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If you have a library-created OpenAthens account (non-Upstate.edu, username beginning with upsm), use this link unless you are on campus.
Creating an Account
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-Authenticating Accounts
Re-authentication from an Upstate internet connection is required every 90 days, especially if you regularly access UpToDate off campus and do not use an OpenAthens account to login.
The error message will look something like the following:
To re-authenticate if you are not on campus:
- 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"
Merging Accounts
Start by logging in to the account you want to keep.
Follow the directions from UpToDate on How to Merge Accounts
Note: If you prefer to use OpenAthens to login, you can still 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.
Additional Help
Contact UpToDate support or view their online help.