McGoogan Library Services

The McGoogan Library is the health sciences library of UNMC and the only state-supported academic health sciences library in Nebraska.

The library is located on the 6th, 7th, and 8th floors of Wittson Hall. To reach the library take 42nd Street south from Dodge Street. The library is located on the west side of the street Between Emile and Dewey.

Library hours:

Building access: 24 hours, 7 days per week. A current UNMC ID badge is required for entry.

Staffed service hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

McGoogan Library Website

The McGoogan Library website link from http://www.unmc.edu/library serves as a gateway to online information resources. Online journals, books, and databases are available on- and off-campus by using your UNMC Net ID.

Borrowing Privileges

All UNMC faculty, staff, and students may borrow books, bound journals, and anatomical models.

Overdue Fines, Lost Book Fees and Unpaid Library Charges

The library will charge a replacement fee for items that are overdue. If there are unpaid library charges on your account, library borrowing privileges will be suspended and holds will be placed with the Registrar. Charges can be paid online at https://app1.unmc.edu/forms/library/fees.

Education & Research Services (402-559-6221 or toll free 1-866-800-5209)

Education and Research Librarians are available to provide assistance. Educational sessions are available for groups, classes or individuals throughout the year.

Phone: 402-559-6221

Text: 402-370-5016

Chat via our website: https://www.unmc.edu/library

Interlibrary Loan (402-559-7085)

The library's interlibrary loan (ILL) service can obtain journal articles, books, and book chapters. Requests for these services are made online through the library's ILL page (under Services) or via the GetIt!@UNMC button within literature databases. A one-time registration process must be completed at: https://unomaha.illiad.oclc.org/illiad/UNM/logon.html Turnaround time for receipt of an article is usually 1-2 days. There is no charge for this service.

Electronic Resources

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.

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.

Special Services

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.

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.

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.

3D Printing

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.