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Don Lindberg's Influence on Future Generations: The U.S. National Library of Medicine's Biomedical Informatics
Robert A Greenes1, Valerie Florance2, Randolph A Miller3
1Arizona State University, Phoenix, AZ, USA (Emeritus).
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|February 1, 2022
Summary
Donald A.B. Lindberg M.D. shaped biomedical informatics through his leadership at the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). He sponsored and influenced the NLM
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Informatics
- Health Informatics
- Information Science
Background:
- Donald A.B. Lindberg M.D. served as Director of the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM).
- His leadership significantly impacted the field of biomedical informatics.
- He influenced the development of informatics professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe Dr. Lindberg's pivotal role in the NLM's Institutional T15 training programs.
- To highlight his contributions to shaping these educational initiatives.
- To underscore his influence on future informatics professionals.
Main Methods:
- This chapter analyzes Dr. Lindberg's direct involvement and sponsorship.
- It examines his strategic shaping of the T15 training curriculum and goals.
- Historical records and NLM program documentation were reviewed.
Main Results:
- Dr. Lindberg's vision was instrumental in establishing and guiding the T15 programs.
- His sponsorship provided crucial support for training initiatives.
- The programs fostered a generation of leaders in biomedical informatics.
Conclusions:
- Dr. Lindberg's leadership profoundly shaped biomedical informatics training.
- His influence extended to the development of the NLM's T15 programs.
- His legacy continues to impact the field and its professionals.