The Bates Visual Guide to Physical Examination via Lippincott (which includes the Physical Examination, Communication and Interpersonal Skills, and OSCE Clinical Skills components) is transitioning to a new platform! This change brings a new look and feel as well as new URLs! After January 14, 2025, any links to Bates Visual Guide will need to be updated to the new URLs provided. If you currently save or share links to Bates Visual Guide (in syllabi, course pages, or bookmarks), please check and update them before the deadline.
What You Need to Know/Do
- Old Platform Access Ends: January 14, 2025
- New Platform URL: Access the new platform here or from our Database A-Z list
- Use this link> https://login.proxy.lib.duke.edu/login?url=https://clinicalcontext.lww.com/en/batesvisualguide
- Change all links or section names listed in any of your courses (see more below)
- Accessing the platform looks a bit different (you'll need to select the option: Library Continue as anonymous library user)
Changing Section Information & URLs:
Some section names and numbers within the Bates Visual Guide have been changed. Be sure to review the section names to ensure smooth navigation and update any syllabi. For example, 10.10. Attributes and Grading of Heart Murmurs is now 13.10 Cardiovascular System Pathology and Special Maneuvers. The company has created a spreadsheet listing all the old and new URL mappings to make this transition as easy as possible. NOTE: To ensure seamless access both on or off-campus, please make sure you include the proxy prefix: https://login.proxy.lib.duke.edu/login?url= to all the URLs from column D in the spreadsheet.
Questions or Assistance?
If you have any questions or need help updating your links, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at medical-librarian@duke.edu. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work through this transition to a new platform for Bates Visual Guide.