The libraries USF Health Libraries are open to faculty, students, staff and other qualified health-related personnel.The , and other authorized USF Health personnel.
SERVICES
Ask a Librarian for help with:
· Selecting the best databases for research
· Developing strong search strategies for clinical or research questions (e.g., PICO, systematic reviews)
· Training on efficient searching and database usage
· Using EndNote to quickly organize and easily create citations in research
· Determining the legitimacy of journals
Other services:
· Virtual classes held monthly on a variety of topics (e.g., basic search, mobile apps, poster-to-paper)
· Interlibrary loan: Get fast access to full-text articles not found in our collection
· Puppy Therapy Days: Meet Snitch, the library’s ambassador
· Discover More! health.usf.edu/libraries
SPACES
Florida Blue Health Knowledge Exchange (Floor 2M)
An engaging and innovative library with comprehensive services and a great team to help students succeed.
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Staff members are available: Monday - Friday 8AM- 5PM
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Library Spaces
• Check out SonoSim devices and laptops and receive assistance with library and IT questions at
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the Dr. Valerie Riddle, MD Brilliance Bar
• Use the Microsoft™ Surface Studio computers for assignments, email, and printing
• Book the recording lab to create digital content, attend video conferences, and work
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collaboratively with colleagues
• Study in the beautiful Betty Castor and Sam Bell Executive Reading Room
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• View large-scale collaborative presentations on the visualization wall
Librarian Assistance
- Selecting the best databases for research
- Developing strong search strategies
- Training on efficient searching and database usage
- Using EndNote to quickly organize and easily create citations in research
- Determining the legitimacy of journals
IT Services
IT Help Desk is also located at the Dr. Valerie Riddle, MD Brilliance Bar and is staffed by IT for:
· Account access issues
· Technology troubleshooting
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Puppy Therapy Days
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Shimberg Health
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Science Library
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HOURS:
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Monday – Friday
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7:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
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Saturday
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10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Sunday
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Noon – 11:00 p.m.
Tampa General Hospital Library
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(North Campus)
A more traditional library atmosphere to engage in quiet study time or to collaborate with colleagues. Staff members are available M-F, 7:30AM – 11:00PM; Saturday, 10:00AM – 6:00PM; Sunday, Noon – 11:00PM.
In addition to the services listed above, the Shimberg Health Sciences Library offers,
· 3D Printing Lab
· 24/7 group study and quiet study space (first-come, first-served)
· Group study room checkout
· Checkout library materials (e.g., books, laptops, headphones, whiteboard markers, sports equipment)
· Computer lab
Other libraries available to you while on clerkships at these locations:
Tampa General Hospital Library: HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Tampa Veteran’s Administration Hospital Medical Library: HOURS: Monday – Friday Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.