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The Behan Health Science Library is intended for use by the medical
staff, employees, and affiliated students of Jefferson Regional
Medical Center. The library supports Jefferson Regional Medical
Center's mission and vision by optimizing access to current healthcare
information and facilitating the delivery of enlightened health
care to our patients.
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Location and Contact Information
The Library is located on the second floor of Jefferson Regional
Medical Center. Operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00
a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Ann Ferrari, MLS, is the librarian. Ms. Ferrari can be contacted at (412) 469-5786; fax: (412) 469-5468.
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Sources and Services
The library features a permanent collection of reference books and
journals. The following services are available to assist users in
their research.
- Interlibrary Loan. The library can obtain reference sources
through the National Network of Medical Libraries. Photocopies are
provided.
- Internet Service. Information searches of Internet resources are
available upon request.
- Literature Search. The librarian can conduct comprehensive medical
literature services.
Download the Literature Search Request Form.
- Photocopy and Fax Services. Copies of materials are provided upon
request. Borrowing original references is discouraged.
- Table of Contents Service. The contents pages of selected journals can be photocopied upon request.
- Available Medical Journals
- Consumer Health & Wellness Resources
Benefits of an On-Site Library
According to a survey of physicians conducted by the Medical Library Association of America,
- 99 percent said that the information obtained from the library had
clinical value and enabled them to make better-informed
decisions.
- 96 percent said the information provided new knowledge.
- 95 percent felt that the information enabled them to provide a
higher quality of medical care for their patients.
In addition, there are precedents for malpractice suits when
literature searches were not obtained to guide physicians in
diagnosing and treating their patients.
Online Pathfinders
As a part of the Chronic Pain Information Service at Jefferson Regional Medical Center,
the Behan Health Science Library has made available a collection of library pathfinders
to serve the reader in locating information and reference materials for specific
pain management topics.
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