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Medical library services in Kuwait: history and future prospects
Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
|January 1, 1984
Summary
Library development in Kuwait faces challenges common to developing nations. The Faculty of Medicine Library, established in 1974, is evolving into a significant medical information resource for the region.
Area of Science:
- Medical Librarianship
- Information Science
- Higher Education in Kuwait
Background:
- Library development in Kuwait is hindered by bureaucracy, a shortage of trained librarians, and an underestimation of libraries' educational role.
- Medical librarianship is an emerging field in Kuwait, with the Faculty of Medicine Library being the primary institution.
- Established in 1974, the Faculty of Medicine Library serves Kuwait University's medical program.
Observation:
- The Faculty of Medicine Library has undergone recent improvements, including collection expansion and the implementation of computerized searching.
- The library has recruited professional librarians to enhance its services.
- It now operates semi-autonomously and is housed in a new, modern facility.
Findings:
- Despite systemic challenges, the Faculty of Medicine Library demonstrates significant progress in its development.
- Investments in resources, technology, and staffing are transforming the library's capabilities.
- The library's strategic positioning and recent enhancements suggest a positive trajectory.
Implications:
- The Faculty of Medicine Library has the potential to become a leading medical information hub in the Persian Gulf.
- These developments highlight the importance of addressing common challenges in developing countries to foster specialized library growth.
- The library's evolution serves as a model for advancing medical information services in the region.
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