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The changing library: what clinicians need to know
Pauline S Beam1, Laura M Schimming, Alan B Krissoff
1Education and Information Services, Gustave L. and Janet W. Levy Library, The Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY 10029-6574, USA. pauline.beam@mssm.edu
The Mount Sinai Journal of Medicine, New York
|November 23, 2006
Summary
Academic medical libraries offer physicians vital digital resources for research and patient care. This guide clarifies available services and debunks myths about accessing crucial biomedical information.
Area of Science:
- Medical Informatics
- Library Science
- Health Sciences Research
Background:
- Technological advancements over 20 years have transformed academic medical libraries.
- Digital library resources are now accessible directly on physicians' computers.
Observation:
- Clinicians may be unaware of the full range of library services and resources available.
- Rapid growth in digital libraries can lead to uncertainty about utilization.
Findings:
- This article details how clinical faculty can leverage library resources for research and patient care.
- Common misconceptions about modern medical libraries are addressed.
- Innovations in library services enhance physicians' ability to access, use, and manage medical information.
Implications:
- Optimizing the use of academic medical library resources can improve clinical decision-making.
- Enhanced information management skills empower physicians in evidence-based practice.
- Bridging the knowledge gap regarding digital library services supports continuous professional development.
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