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August/September 2009
 Volume 37/Issue 3

Director's Desk

Welcome to a new academic year! Himmelfarb Library strives to support the clinical, educational and research needs of the Medical Center community. To that end, we provide: Anne Linton, Director

  • One-on-one orientations with faculty and students to review and identify resources that enhance the curriculum.
  • Extensive collections of electronic journals, textbooks, and databases on health care topics including:
    • Evidence-based medicine
    • Global health
    • Clinical images
    • Environmental health
    • Health policy
  • Consultations on:
    • Reserves and electronic reserves
    • Intellectual property as it relates to classroom and online instruction
    • Blackboard
    • Accessing resources from off-campus
  • Orientations and instruction for specific classes and class sessions with resources and examples geared to the topic at hand.
  • Research Guides tailored to specific programs and/or courses.

To schedule an orientation, locate a book on teaching in the clinical setting, or access a specialized database or e-journal, simply:

  • Use the Library webpage as your base of operations for information resources. It includes links to the Library Catalog, databases, e-journals and e-texts as well as a staff listing, class schedule, and Library policies.
  • Call the Reference Desk at 202-994-2850 or send an e-mail to library@gwumc.edu to schedule an orientation, consultation, or special in-class information session.
  • Contact one of the Library's topic specialists:
    • Leah Pellegrino at 202-994-3685 or mlblcp@gwumc.edu with questions relating to reserves or intellectual property.
    • Laura Abate at 202-994-8570 or mlblea@gwumc.edu with questions about off-campus access, linking, and electronic resources.
    • Alexandra Gomes at 202-994-1825 or mlbawg@gwumc.edu, with questions about the curriculum and technology.
  • Invite a librarian to your next faculty or departmental meeting. Ask questions, provide feedback, and brainstorm about ways we can further support your educational needs. Call your departmental liaison to schedule a visit. See the list below.

DepartmentLibrary LiaisonEmail
Anatomy and Cell BiologyAlexandra Gomesmlbawg@gwumc.edu
AnesthesiologyAlexandra Gomesmlbawg@gwumc.edu
Biochemistry and Molecular BiologyPaul Levettmlbprl@gwumc.edu
Clinical Management and LeadershipLiz Hallmlbemp@gwumc.edu
DermatologyGeorge Paulmlbgpp@gwumc.edu
Emergency MedicinePaul Levettmlbprl@gwumc.edu
Environmental and Occupational HealthTBDNA
Epidemiology and BiostatisticsLeah Pellegrinomlblcp@gwumc.edu
Exercise ScienceCynthia Kahnmlbcrk@gwumc.edu
Global HealthGeorge Paulmlbgpp@gwumc.edu
Health Care SciencesElaine Sullomlbejs@gwumc.edu
Health PolicyCynthia Kahnmlbcrk@gwumc.edu
Health Services Management and LeadershipAnne Lintonmlbaml@gwumc.edu
MedicinePaul Levettmlbprl@gwumc.edu
Neurological SurgeryLaura Abatemlbaml@gwumc.edu
Microbiology, Immunology, and Tropical MedicineTBDmlblea@gwumc.edu
Nursing EducationElaine Sullomlbejs@gwumc.edu
NeurologyLaura Abatemlblea@gwumc.edu
Obstetrics and GynecologyKathe Obrigmlbkso@gwumc.edu
OphthalmologyAlexandra Gomesmlbawg@gwumc.edu
Orthopedic SurgeryLaura Abatemlblea@gwumc.edu
PathologyLiz Hallmlbemp@gwumc.edu
PediatricsGeorge Paulmlbgpp@gwumc.edu
PharmacogenomicsPaul Levettmlbprl@gwumc.edu
Pharmacology and PhysiologyKathe Obrigmlbkso@gwumc.edu
Prevention and Community HealthCynthia Kahnmlbcrk@gwumc.edu
Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Leah Pellegrinomlblcp@gwumc.edu
RadiologyCynthia Kahnmlbcrk@gwumc.edu
SurgeryLaura Abatemlblea@gwumc.edu
UrologyLaura Abatemlblea@gwumc.edu

Best wishes for 2009-2010!

Anne Linton, Director, Himmelfarb Library
202-994-1826 or mlbaml@gwumc.edu

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