Impressions of the Course in Medical Libraries at Emory University

摘要

THE Medical Librarian may ask herself what can be gained by taking five weeks away from her position to take a course in Medical Libraries. From my summer's experience at Emory University, I can say that several factors make it worth while. First, and for some, foremost, she becomes eligible for certification by the Medical Library Association, provided she meets the other qualifications of a bachelor's degree and one year's library school training. Of more importance are the intrinsic values. She is in daily contact with other medical librarians with similar problems, and one of the leading medical libraries is at her disposal for the study of its resources and methods of operation. Routine duties or responsibilities which are a part of her regular position do not occupy her, and she has full opportunity to take advantage of the surroundings.