Accessing the FirstConsult App

FirstConsult is a point-of-care tool available through our Institutional subscription to Clinical Key.   You can search FirstConsult through Clinical Key at any Ministry computer.      FirstConsult is also available as a stand-alone iPhone / iPad app.

First Consult offers point-of-care monographs that leverage evidence-based medical information into succinct, clinical answers that are trusted, quick, and accessible from world-renowned physician experts.

Quick answers at the point-of-care

·         Evidence-based medical information is distilled through the collaborative editorial process, ensuring the content is accurate, current and relevant to your practice.

·         Workflow-friendly format characterized by succinct, bulleted answers presented within two clicks

·         More than 1400 primary care disease topic pages covering risk factors, treatments, clinical manifestations, ddx, dosing info, best evidence, and more.

How to get the App:

Before you download the FirstConsult App, you must first create an account in Clinical Key.  If you don't have one, then begin with step 1. If you already have one, skip to Step 4 below :

1.  Visit Clinical Key on a Ministry work computer.
2. Click on the Register link.
3. Enter the required data -- your email address will be your username.
4. Search the App Store for First Consult.   3 options will appear : Choose Option 1 "I use FirstConsult and know my username."    When prompted, login using your newly created personal login.

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Questions or Comments?   Feel free to contact Your Librarians:

Deb Knippel at 715-346-5091  or    Michele Matucheski 920-223-0340 

Other Helpful Links :

Clinical Key (direct link)    

FirstConsult iPhone / iPad App Flier

Clinical Key Support Page (Ministry Library Services)

Clinical Key Quick Reference Card