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Tawjeeh Mentorship Program - Medical Library Information

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As you embark on your medical studies via the Tawjeeh Mentorship Program, it is important to remember that the KU Library is there to support and assist you. This guide is designed to complement your in-person classes and covers and highlights key resources, services, and tools to help you succeed.

General Library Information

Image of the physical libraryThe Medical Library is part of the larger KU Library. The Library provides a range of resources, services, and workshops designed to help you as a student, researcher, and future professional. You can find the homepage at library.ku.ac.ae/lib.

Among the important parts of the Library to be aware of:

  • Main Search - The search box on the main Library page allows you to search for books (both print and electronic), articles, and more. 
  • Electronic Resources - Here you will find lists of Library online resources, such as research databases, on the main menu under Resources. There is both a general list as well as a medical-focused list that also links to free online websites.
  • Interlibrary Loan (ILL) - One valuable service the Library offers is Interlibrary Loan (ILL). Even if we do not have immediate access to particular articles and book chapters (though not full books), we can usually acquire them for you via ILL...for free! There is an online form for ILL under Web Forms.
  • Medical Library Homepage - There is a link on the Library homepage that takes you to a Medical Library Homepage focused purely on medical topics. Here you will database links, online guides, new books, and much more.

What This Guide Offers

This guide introduces key resources and tools to help you succeed in your medical studies, including:

  • An overview of the medical research process
  • Introductions to core research databases like PubMed, Embase, and CINAHL
  • Guidance on how to cite your sources and manage references
  • Tips for using clinical tools such as UpToDate
  • A review of trustworthy medical websites
  • Suggestions for relevant books available at the KU Library
  • And—most importantly—how to get help from your KU medical librarian whenever you need it!