The Clinical Medical Librarian's Handbook: : Medical Library Association Books Series Judy C. Stribling Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

The Clinical Medical Librarian's Handbook

Description

Discovering what characterizes strong clinical medical librarianship and how those characteristics have been and are supporting clinicians in their delivery of evidence-based medicine can help those in this profession evaluate and strengthen their own programs. Perhaps more importantly, learning about and from leaders in clinical medical librarianship can help not only other librarians but also clinicians and other healthcare professionals strategize to ensure that their programs stay abreast of the rapidly changing healthcare field using methods and approaches that recognize the importance of providing biomedical information and adapting to new technology and research requirements.

Beginning with a discussion of the birth of the Clinical Medical Librarian (CML) and continuing with chapters that explore current innovative programs conducted by CMLs, The Clinical Medical Librarians Handbook piques reader’s interest in this exciting professional field through descriptive scenarios. The book moves quickly through the history of librarians accompanying clinicians on medical wards to the realization of librarians partnering with clinicians in the face of a rapidly changing healthcare scene. Success and challenges are discussed by professional CMLs working in urban academic medical centers.

The Clinical Medical Librarians Handbook is intended for any library student, practicing librarian or health administrator interested in understanding the variety of roles medical librarians play in the healthcare system of the United States, how medical librarians interact with clinicians and patients, the power of patient-centered care and technology, the importance of information to public health, novel ways to introduce and teach clinical learners to use resources, how clinical medical librarians learn to do the job and tips for managing clinical medical library programs.

Preface – Dr. S. Nena Osorio
1.An Introduction to Hospitals, Research and Medical Libraries
Keith C. Mages and Terrie R. Wheeler
2.Creating Clinical Partnerships
Judy C. Stribling and Antonio P. DeRosa
3.Embracing Patient- and Family-Centered Care: A Brief History, Literature Reivew, and Cross-Walk Analysis with the Joint Commission Standards
Antonio P. DeRosa and Becky Baltich Nelson
4.Consumer Information Therapy on Pediatric Rounds
Judy C. Stribling
5.Diagnosing and Treating the Patient’s Information Needs: A Librarian Provides Information Therapy Using the EMR in an Oncology Setting
Antonio P. DeRosa
6.Practicing Public Health
Timothy Roberts
7.Presenting Clinical resources in Novel Ways
Antonio P. DeRosa, Michelle Demetres, Keith C. Mages, Robert P. Oxley, Judy C. Stribling, Michael Wood, Drew Wright, Loretta Merlo, and Terrie R. Wheeler
8.Journey to Magnet: A Nursing-Librarian Collaboration for Nursing Excellence
Marisol Hernandez
9.Educating Clinical Learners: Medical Librarian Roles and Important Considerations
Rachel Pinotti
10.A Clinical Medical Library Internship
Keith C. Mages and Becky Baltich Nelson
11.Making A Clinical Library Service Transformational
Terrie R. Wheeler
Index
About the Editor and Contributors

Product details

Published	Jan 30 2020
Format	Paperback
Edition	1st
Extent	172
ISBN	9781538127704
Imprint	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Illustrations	9 b/w illustrations; 4 b/w photos; 5 tables
Dimensions	9 x 6 inches
Series	Medical Library Association Books Series
Publisher	Bloomsbury Publishing

This book is a valuable resource for those working as, working with, or aspiring to be clinical librarians. The information in the book provides case studies, samples, and evidence for the importance and utilization of the clinical medical librarian (CML) in a range of settings and scenarios. While the handbook covers this information within the context of an urban academic medical center with multiple librarians on staff, the format and presentation of the content in each chapter provides enough discussion and detail of the process to make these case studies applicable to varying types of hospitals, medical environments, and libraries. I highly recommend this book for those interested in clinical medical librarianship. The broad scope of content, practical advice, and firsthand experience and knowledge provide a unique insight into the role of and diverse opportunities for CMLs.

Doody's Review Service
Aimed with a clear goal of arming library students, practicing librarians, and health care workers with an over-view of the medical librarian profession, The Clinical Medical Librarian’s Handbook is an excellent entry-level read that speaks to the constant evolution of the field. Each chapter is designed to provide background information, applicable case studies or interviews, and suggestions for moving forward... Even those who have been practicing in the medical librarian field are able to read this book and think about topics in new ways... Read this book if you are in library school considering becoming a clinical medical librarian, if you are a practicing librarian seeking to ramp up client support, a health care worker interested in how to best collaborate with your existing library, or an individual hoping to build a medical librarian pro-gram. The Clinical Medical Librarian’s Handbook is a quick and informative read that will teach you about the roles of a medical librarian, how to teach clinical resources, the power of patient-centered care, and where a librarian fits into the team.

Journal of the Medical Library Association
[T]his book is written by those with a wealth of experience, intended for an audience who belong anywhere along the spectrum of CML programs; from those considering the creation to those entrenched who are looking for inspiration to innovate and refresh their services. For the new medical librarian, this book is a great primer for what can be done in a large hospital setting.

Journal of the Canadian Health Libraries Association
The Clinical Medical Librarian's Handbook is a must read for new librarians who are contemplating a career in a clinical setting as well as the seasoned librarian who has become involved with clinicians. This book provides extensive research and examples on how clinical medical librarians can develop programs and relationships with clinicians.

Meghan A. Hupe, Director of Information & Delivery Services, Dahlgren Memorial Library
The Clinical Medical Librarian’s Handbook is a wonderfully written resource that lays out a great case for the development of strong bonds between medical librarians and clinical teams by describing successful programs that have fostered these types of partnerships. I have found my own collaborations with medical librarians to be invaluable, and this handbook has given me even more ideas to enhance our efforts.

Joseph E. Safdieh, Editor-in-Chief, Neurology Today
Looking to join a clinical team or contribute directly to patient outcomes? The Clinical Medical Librarian's Handbook gathers diverse and knowledgeable voices of experienced colleagues to guide you in exploring many roles and engagement strategies. Your patients and families, students, clinicians, administrators will thank you for sharing what you learn.

Kristine Alpi, MLS, MPH, PhD, AHIP, University Librarian, Oregon Health & Science University