McGoogan Library Services: Difference between revisions

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">The McGoogan library provides access to several literature databases, including MEDLINE, CINAHL, Scopus, and Embase. Additionally, thousands of online journals and ebooks can be accessed through the library’s catalog. Online articles are embedded within the literature databases via the GetIt!UNMC button.<br /><br />

Do you own a smartphone or tablet? Check out our mobile resources at www.unmc.edu/library/m/ to find out which medical and drug related resources you can download or access.</p>

<h3>Special Services</h3>

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">Do you need information for patients or a patient’s family? The Library provides information at no charge through the Consumer Health Information Resource Service (CHIRS). A Librarian will research the condition and provide a tailored package of information that may include: journal articles/book chapters/pamphlets/web resources. CHIRS information is provided for informational purposes only. Go to https://www.unmc.edu/library/consumer/index.html for more information.<br /><br />

Additional library services include wireless Internet access, a fax machine for sending and receiving faxes, group study rooms, and access to and use of the Rare Book and History of Medicine collections.<br /><br />

The Linder Lounge is located outside of the library on the 6th floor. Vending machines containing a variety of food items and beverages are available. Beverages in covered containers may be brought into the Library.</p>

 

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">The Library has a 3D printer available. All printed objects must be picked up at the AskUs Desk within 30 days of printing. The Library cannot guarantee model quality or stability, confidentially of designs, or specific deliver times. The 3D printer may be used for academic or business-related purposes only. Objects printed on the library’s 3D Printer must be done so for lawful purposes. Users must abide by all applicable intellectual property rights and laws including copyright law (Title 17, U.S. Code) and patent law (Title 35, U.S. Code). UNMC policies, and library policies. No firearms or other weapons, obscene or inappropriate objects may be created using the 3D printer. McGoogan Library staff reserve the right to decline any print request for any reason. Print requests will be limited to academic, clinical, and research objects. Library staff will have the discretion to determine if an object meets one of those three areas. If an object is questionable, staff will notify the requestor for clarification of the objects intent.</p>

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">An [http://unmc.libguides.com/libraryorientation Orientation Libguide] to introduce you to the Library.  You will find valuable information on how to use various library resources as well as tour the library electronically.  For resources specific to Nursing a [http://unmc.libguides.com/nursing Nursing Libguide] will introduce you to the nursing related resources provided in the Library.  Have questions when librarians are not available?  Check out the [http://askus.library.unmc.edu/ Library FAQ] which contains answers to the most commonly asked questions posed by the UNMC community.</p>

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">From the [http://unmc.edu/library/ Library's home page] under Quick Links you can choose to search CINAHL or CINAHL with e-Books.  You will also find an array of other valuable online databases to search for journal articles with many of them available in full-text. </p>

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">Not in love with searching MEDLINE or CINAHL? We are! Let us do the work for you. We offer a free literature search service. Most of our customers request MEDLINE, CINAHL, or PsycINFO searches. We try to return search results to you within 24 hours of receipt. An online [http://unmc.edu/library/services/search-request/index.html "Search Request Form"] is available on the [http://www.unmc.edu/library/ Library's home page]. You can also request searches in person or by calling or e-mailing the reference department (see contact information at the end of this message). </p>

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">Do weeks fly by when you are unaware of new publications in your field? When you request Current Awareness Service, we set up a search or multiple searches tailored to your individual needs and e-mail you a list of newly indexed articles every week. We can provide this service for articles indexed in MEDLINE, CINAHL, and PsycINFO. To request Current Awareness Service, email Cindy Schmidt or call 402-559-7077. </p>

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">Would you like some extended, one-on-one help with CINAHL search techniques? Does your class need instruction on CINAHL search techniques? The Library's reference and education librarians will be delighted to help with any of your library-related training needs. Email [mailto:mreidelb@unmc.edu Marie Reidelbach] or call 402.559.7087 to arrange training.  You may also stop by the reference desk between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday for immediate assistance. </p>

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">Use RefWorks to help you create and manage bibliographies? Cindy Schmidt or Teri Hartman provide one-on-one Refworks help upon request. You may email [mailto:cmschmidt@unmc.edu Cindy] or call 402-559-7077 or email Teri or call 402-559-7075 for more information. You will find useful handouts and tutorials from the [http://unmc.libguides.com/RefWorks Refworks Tips, Tricks, and Guides]. </p>

<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">Do you need a book or journal article that the library does not own? Want a copy of an article in the library's print collection? The Interlibrary Loan Department can obtain these items for you. You can place your request online using the [https://unomaha.illiad.oclc.org/illiad/UNM/logon.html "Order Articles"] link on the Library's home page. Through this interface, called McGoogan Docs, you will need to create a [https://unomaha.illiad.oclc.org/illiad/UNM/illiad.dll?Action=10&Form=79 user account] when using the service for the first time. There is a charge for this service with the exception of items that can be obtained from University of Nebraska Libraries (UNL, UNO, or UNK). When the journal article or book chapter is placed into your McGoogan Docs account, you will receive an email notification. The average turnaround time is 1 business days. Additionally, the Chancellor's Leadership Council, student fees, and the library subsidize up to 50 requests for students each fiscal year (July - June). </p>

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