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Resources
Most-used databases
- Anatomy.TV3D model of human anatomy
- CAB AbstractsApplied life sciences articles
- CINAHLNursing and allied health articles
- DynaMedClinical decision support tool
- MicromedexDrug information
- Ovid MedlinePrimary source for health science articles
- PubMedPrimary source for health science articles
- ScopusScientific journals, books, proceedings
- Web of ScienceInterdisciplinary database of journal articles
Collections
The Health Sciences Library provides access to print and electronic journals and books. Our print collections are held off-site. Learn more about borrowing privileges and fines.
- Libraries searchSearch for articles, books, journals, video, archives, and more in Libraries search. To request print items, sign in, and click Get It to have an item routed to the library of your choice or delivered to your home or office.
- Interlibrary Loan and Digital DeliveryAccess print journal articles through digital delivery, or request journal articles that aren’t owned by the Libraries through interlibrary loan.
- Ebook proxy linkerGenerate durable links to specific sections of ebooks.
- Citation managersSelect and use citation managers to organize citations, store and manage PDFs, and format in-text citations and bibliographies.
Services
Subject Librarians
- Dentistry
- Melissa Ernst
- History of Health and Medicine
- Anna Opryszko
- Emily Beck
- Lois Hendrickson
- Medicine
- Brooke Olson
- Merete Christianson
- Ryn Gagen
- Mortuary Science
- Brooke Olson
- Merete Christianson
- Ryn Gagen
- Nursing
- Liz Weinfurter
- Occupational Therapy
- Brooke Olson
- Merete Christianson
- Ryn Gagen
- Pharmacy
- Sarah Jane Brown
- Physical Therapy
- Brooke Olson
- Merete Christianson
- Ryn Gagen
- Public Health
- Sana Siddiqui
- Veterinary Medicine
- André Nault
Connect with a library expert
- Request a consultationLearn to search databases effectively and optimize search strategies.
- Literature searchRequest literature searches on health-related topics to support research projects and publications.
- Systematic review and evidence synthesisCollaborate with librarians to conduct systematic reviews of the literature.
- Researcher supportFind information, tools, and support for research projects.
- Instructor supportWork with your librarian to receive in-class instruction, individualized consultations for research projects, customized resource pages for courses, and guidance on resources for facilitating active learning.
- Course materialsRequest online readings and other course materials be added to your Canvas course page for access by enrolled students.
- Peer tutoringConnect with Library peer tutors for help with research topics and skills.
Spaces
Health Sciences Library
- U Card access only
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- [email protected] (1-2 business days)
- 612-626-4045
- Phillips-Wangensteen Building, East Bank516 Delaware Street SEMinneapolis, MN 55455
- All University libraries
Collaboration Studio
A multi-use space for library-sponsored instruction and events.
The Commons
Connect with a broad community of librarians, instructional designers, teaching experts, and technology leaders to support educational goals.
Makerspace
Use equipment, materials, and tools to prototype ideas and build problem-solving skills.
Virtual Reality Studio
Explore how virtual worlds can support education, research, and patient care.
1:Button Studios
Fully automated HD video recording spaces with professional lighting and sound equipment.
Study spaces
Open study spaces and reservable group study spaces with power and wireless access.
Wellness Room
Reservable room with items to promote wellness, focus and reflection.
Computers and printing
Computers with general and specialized software, wireless access, and printing, scanning, and copying.
Special collection
Wangensteen Historical Library
The Wangensteen Historical Library of Biology and Medicine collections contain materials and objects that broadly represent health, medicine, and biological sciences from 1430 to 1945.
Events and exhibits
Events
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ONLINE: Preparing to publish: You’ve done some research and you’re ready to share it! to Virtual Event
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Explore Your Interests in Making and Virtual Reality! to HSL Makerspace (5-101 Health Sciences Education Center)
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ONLINE: Choosing the right journal for your manuscript to Virtual Event
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Game Night in the Virtual Reality Studio to HSL VR Studio (5-132 Health Sciences Education Center)
Exhibit: The ABCs of Animals
When: May 19 – September 30, 2025
Where: Wangensteen Historical Library, 2-340 Phillips-Wangensteen Building
“The ABCs of Animals” highlights the library’s books on natural history and biology. Explore hidden gems from the collection, and enjoy how wide-reaching and visually rich the materials at the Wangensteen can be!
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