Allen Memorial Medical Library
Allen Memorial Medical Library
The Allen Memorial Medical Library (pronounced: /ˈælən ˈmɛməriəl ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈlaɪbrəri/) is a prominent medical library located in Cleveland, Ohio. The library is named after John D. Allen, a renowned physician and philanthropist.
Etymology
The name "Allen Memorial Medical Library" is derived from its benefactor, John D. Allen. The term "memorial" signifies that the library was established in memory of Allen's significant contributions to the field of medicine. "Medical Library" indicates the library's primary focus on medical literature and resources.
History
The Allen Memorial Medical Library was established in 1926. It was built with the aim of providing a comprehensive collection of medical literature and resources to support the research and educational needs of the medical community in Cleveland and beyond. The library houses a vast collection of books, journals, and digital resources related to various fields of medicine.
Collections
The library's collections include a wide range of resources, from ancient medical texts to the latest research papers. It has a special collection dedicated to the history of medicine, which includes rare books, manuscripts, and artifacts. The library also provides access to a vast array of digital resources, including online databases, e-books, and e-journals.
Services
The Allen Memorial Medical Library offers a variety of services to its users. These include reference and research assistance, interlibrary loan, document delivery, and instruction on the use of library resources. The library also provides study spaces and computer workstations for its users.
Related Terms
- Medical Library
- John D. Allen
- Cleveland
- Ohio
- Medicine
- Medical Literature
- Medical Research
- Medical Education
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Allen Memorial Medical Library
- Wikipedia's article - Allen Memorial Medical Library
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