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  • 1Medical Center Loyola University of Chicago, Maywood, Illinois 60153, USA.

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Health sciences libraries are evolving from physical spaces to electronic models. This shift prioritizes information specialists and digital access over traditional book storage, adapting to economic and technological changes.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Librarianship
  • Information Science
  • Library Architecture

Background:

  • The Medical Library Association's fifth annual survey examined recent health sciences library building projects.
  • Twenty-five libraries were identified as planning, expanding, or constructing new facilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze trends in health sciences library construction and renovation.
  • To illustrate the transformation of the traditional library model due to economic and technological factors.

Main Methods:

  • Survey of health sciences libraries regarding building projects.
  • Description of specific library projects (hospital, academic medical, association).
  • Analysis of project data including size, cost, and completion dates for twelve projects.

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Main Results:

  • Fifteen new library projects were identified, none freestanding; ten involved renovations or additions.
  • Twelve projects provided detailed factual data; others were in early design or awaiting funding.
  • Case studies highlight the shift from physical depositories to electronic models with expert information specialists.

Conclusions:

  • Health sciences libraries are transitioning to electronic models, emphasizing digital access and specialized information services.
  • Investment is shifting from physical infrastructure to creating workspaces for information specialists.
  • The new model supports in-house and remote users in accessing information anytime, anywhere.