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An information service for practicing veterinarians

M A Drake, L A Woods

    Bulletin of the Medical Library Association
    |October 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Indiana veterinarians face isolation, prompting the creation of the Veterinary Medical Information Center (VMIC) at Purdue University. VMIC provides crucial information services for animal health and management, with plans for future expansion.

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    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Medicine
    • Information Science

    Background:

    • Veterinarians in Indiana experience professional isolation, limiting access to essential information and collegial support.
    • Existing public and medical libraries do not adequately address the specialized information requirements of veterinary practitioners.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To establish and evaluate the Veterinary Medical Information Center (VMIC) at Purdue University.
    • To provide tailored information services addressing the unique needs of Indiana's veterinary medical practitioners.

    Main Methods:

    • The Veterinary Medical Information Center (VMIC) was established at Purdue University in 1977.
    • VMIC offers comprehensive information services covering all aspects of animal medicine and management.
    • Operations and client needs are assessed through data collection and follow-up surveys.

    Main Results:

    • VMIC successfully addressed a wide range of veterinary information inquiries since its inception.
    • The center provided two years of complimentary services to veterinary professionals in Indiana.

    Conclusions:

    • VMIC demonstrates a viable model for supporting isolated veterinary professionals.
    • Future plans include implementing client fees and exploring service expansion to other states.

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