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The Design and Deployment of Research and Education Advisories for Graduate Medical Education Programs

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By Lyubov Tmanova, MLIS
Research Librarian
Darnall Medical Library
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Bethesda, MD

Abstract

Objectives: This study aimed to design information support for medical residents engaged in research. It also sought to assist GME program leaders in enhancing GME programs trainees’ research skills and competencies by providing advice on research quality and evaluating scholarly research.
Methods: The study employed a qualitative research design to assess the scholarly publications of GME trainees and the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) scholarly community. Based on environmental scan and data analysis findings, two research projects, Research Quality Advisory (RQA) and Research Information and Education Advisory (RIEA), were developed.
Results: The study identified publication trends of GME trainees and the WRNMMC scholarly community. These findings were instrumental in enhancing library research support for GME program leaders and implementing research information mentorship in GME programs. Additionally, the data accelerated the development of a specialized guidance program to support medical residents in research and scholarly communication.
Conclusions: This study addresses the research gap in scholarly mentorship. A model integrating information, specialized support, and educational intervention has been developed in this study to improve information and research literacy in GME trainees. An Academic Research Advisory (ARA) initiative and research intervention models effective for research mentorship and collaborative educational effort of GME program directors and research librarian are highlighted. Additionally, recommendations for integration of research support and mentorship in military setting are included. The findings of this study will shape future strategies to enhance medical residents’ skills and competencies in information and research literacy.

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this manuscript are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of the Department of War or the U.S. Government. The identification of specific products or scientific instrumentation is considered an integral part of the scientific endeavor and does not constitute endorsement or implied endorsement on part of the authors, DOW or any component agency.

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The Ol’ Medical Colouring Book: Reducing Student Stress Through Playful Library Outreach

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Angélique Roy,
Health Sciences Librarian, Bracken Health Sciences Library,
Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, Canada

Brendan F.R. Edwards
Curator, W.D. Jordan Rare Books and Special Collections,
Queen’s University, Kingston, ON, Canada

Abstract

While student stress and anxiety have long been recognized as challenges in higher education, libraries have increasingly adapted their roles by integrating playful activities throughout the academic year to actively support student mental well-being. The Ol’ Medical Colouring Book was designed with health sciences and history students in mind to serve as a de-stressor activity during the exam period and features images from antiquarian anatomy and botany texts found within the library’s collection. It was created by a second-year History student as part of an experiential learning internship, co-supervised by two librarians. The initiative included two three-hour pop-up events where the historical texts were displayed for students to browse and discuss the history and provenance of the works alongside the colouring book. The librarians then sought an ISBN for the book acknowledging the work of the intern and a copy was deposited in Library and Archives Canada as well as the university’s institutional repository. The Ol’ Medical Colouring Book was received with enthusiasm by students and faculty alike, and remains a popular activity during the busy exam season. This article explores the intersection of student mental health initiatives, rare and special library collections, and the use of play-based activities to promote wellness and fun within the academic library setting.

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Strategies for Staying Sane While Providing Research Support and Instruction in High Enrollment or Research-Intensive Programs

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By Julia E. Rodriguez
Nursing, Health Sciences & Scholarly Communications Librarian, Oakland University
and Elizabeth R. Bucciarelli
Health Sciences Librarian & Liaison Librarian Team Leader, Eastern Michigan University

Abstract

Managing the duties of an academic liaison librarian can be a challenge, especially when the liaison departments have high student enrollments. Two librarians from separate comprehensive Michigan universities assigned to the schools of Health Sciences and Nursing, representing ~4,000 students per semester and with 37 years combined experience, discuss a myriad of strategies used to provide instruction and research support both in-person and online for high enrollment programs and tips for keeping sane.

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