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Local libraries can improve services by collaborating. An online health sciences library network was created in St. Louis to share resources and provide technical support, enhancing information access.

Area of Science:

Health Sciences Librarianship
Information Science
Networked Information Systems

Background:

Local libraries can gain advantages by participating in larger regional and national networks.
Collaboration is essential for resource sharing and technical support in library services.

Purpose of the Study:

To establish an online health sciences library network in the greater St. Louis area.
To facilitate resource sharing and technical support among local health sciences libraries.
To explore the evolution of library networks beyond traditional interlibrary loan systems.

Main Methods:

Establishment of a collaborative online network for health sciences libraries.
Development of shared resource platforms and technical support mechanisms.

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Piloting off-site integrated library and information management systems within hospital settings.

Main Results:

Successful creation of the BJC/Albrecht Medical Library Network (BACS/PHILNET).
Expansion of the network's capabilities beyond automated interlibrary loan.
Initiation of pilot programs for integrated off-site library management systems in hospitals.

Conclusions:

Collaborative networks enhance the capabilities of local health sciences libraries.
Online networks facilitate efficient resource sharing and technical support.
The BACS/PHILNET model demonstrates a successful evolution towards integrated information management in healthcare settings.