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This guide is for the various phases for Emory School of Medicine's curriculum.
eBooks
The WHSC Library provides access to thousands of core medical eBooks through the following collections
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Goldman-Cecil Medicine by To be the best doctor you can be you need the best information. For more than 90 years what is now called Goldman-Cecil Medicine has been the authoritative source for internal medicine and the care of adult patients. Every chapter is written by acclaimed experts who with the oversight of our editors provide definitive unbiased advice on the diagnosis and treatment of thousands of common and uncommon conditions always guided by an understanding of the epidemiology and pathobiology as well as the latest medical literature.
But Goldman-Cecil Medicine is not just a textbook. Throughout the lifetime of each edition periodic updates continually include the newest information from a wide range of journals. Furthermore Goldman-Cecil Medicine is available for all users of ClinicalKey Elsevier’s full library of subspecialty textbooks that can be accessed by readers who may want even more in-depth information.ISBN: 0323550878 -
Goodman and Gilman's the Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 13th Edition by Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. The gold-standard of pharmacology texts - completely updated to reflect the latest research and developments A Doody's Core Title for 2020! Goodman & Gilman's: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Thirteenth Edition represents the pinnacle of authority and accuracy in describing the actions and uses of therapeutic agents in relation to physiology and pathophysiology. Goodman & Gilman's careful balance of basic science and clinical application has guided thousands of practitioners and students to a clear understanding of the drugs essential to preventing, diagnosing, and treating disease. The Thirteenth Edition includes more than 500 color illustrations, with many new figures emphasizing mechanisms of drug action. More than 30 new contributors have added to this edition, while the focus on basic principles is undiminished. This edition is enhanced by timely new content: *NEW chapters including Treatment of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, Immunity and Inflammation, Immunoglobulins and Vaccines, and Treatment of Viral Hepatitis *Expanded coverage of cardiovascular disease, with separate chapters on myocardial ischemia, hypertension, and heart failure *Increased emphasis on cellular signaling pathways involved in drug action *Summary tables at the end of each chapter that organize drugs discussed in that chapter into relevant categories and detail therapeutic usage, clinical pharmacology, and tips *Chapter Content Outlines at the beginning of each chapter *Abbreviation boxes in every chapter to easily identify the abbreviations appearing in that chapter More than a textbook, Goodman & Gilman's is a working template for the effective and rational prescribing of drugs in daily practice. ISBN: 9781259584732 -
Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine by Reflecting the state of the art in medical practice, this edition delivers the latest strategies for understanding, diagnosing and managing disease.ISBN: 9781259644047 -
Hurst's the Heart, 14e by The gold-standard in cardiology - updated to reflect the latest clinical perspectives Hailed for its authority, currency, and ability to translate the latest research into clinical application, Hurst's the Heart is the field's landmark book and cardiology's longest continuously published reference text. The Fourteenth Edition has been completely updated to reflect the latest technical and clinical advances. Presented in full color, it continues to deliver concise, visually appealing summaries of all the major new trials and guidelines along with practical tips for optimizing outcomes and patient quality. This edition is enhanced by new features such as Practice Points, Key/Common Clinical Questions, and an increased number of algorithms. · Stellar editorial team composed of top experts from across the United States · Outstanding coverage of both basic and clinical science · Includes online resources such as review modules, questions, and image bank · Spans the entire scope of cardiology · Completely updated with the most current AHA/ACC guidelinesISBN: 9780071843249 -
Junqueira's Basic Histology: Text and Atlas, 15e by The text that has defined histology for generations--concise, clear, beautifully illustrated, and better than ever. For more than four decades, Junqueira's Basic Histology has built a global reputation as the most accessible, yet comprehensive overview of human tissue structure and function available. This trusted classic delivers a well-organized and concise presentation of cell biology and histology that integrates the material with that of biochemistry, immunology, endocrinology, and physiology, and provides an excellent foundation for subsequent studies in pathology.ISBN: 9781260026177
Literature Searching
- To achieve optimal results in a literature search, use a minimum of 3 concepts to yield the best results. Applying the PICO method often helps to generate your concepts. If you cannot articulate your topic into a question, you probably will not retrieve good results.
- Most databases do not recognize natural language. For instance, one can type in a whole sentence to Google/Google Scholar but not in databases like PubMed.
- In PubMed, avoid searching with acronyms. Searching DVT yields significantly less than searching for deep vein thrombosis.
- In PubMed, searching with a noun instead of an adjective retrieves better results: hypertension versus hypertensive.
- Each database has its own search syntax. What is searched in PubMed cannot necessarily be searched in Embase.
- To refine your search results, use filter/limits such as English, dates of publication to reduce the number of results you will have to review.
- If seeking evidence based outcomes, if applicable, apply meta analysis or systematic review to search results.
If you need help searching, feel free to email me, set up a Zoom appointment, or use the "Ask a Librarian" service.
Search for Articles
- Search from Emory's instance of PubMed so you see the Find It @ Emory Button to get to Emory's subscriptions. Emory's PubMed URL is: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?otool=emorylib.
- Search by topic or copy and paste the article title you are seeking into the search box.
- Go into a record and click on the "Find It @Emory" button on the far right:
Emory University licenses a Chrome extension called LibKey Nomad via our BrowZine license. Go to the Chrome Store and search for and install the libkey nomad (as seen below) by clicking on “Add to Chrome.”
Once you click on “Add to Chrome,” you will be asked to “Select an Institution:”
You will not see any type of confirmation that the extension has been added but you should see a green tear-drop looking icon in the far right corner of your browser that looks like below:
That is how you know that the extension has been installed. If you go to PubMed or another site, you will most likely see something like the image below. When you click on the “Download PDF” icon, if you have not already logged into a resource with your University NetID and password, you will be prompted to do so. Once you do so, it will take you immediately to the PDF, if available.
If Emory University Libraries do not have an article, book, or DVD you need, you can use the InterLibrary Loan Service. It is a free service provided by the Emory University Libraries for items unavailable in our print or online collections.
If you are seeking an article via PubMed and it is unavailable after clicking on the "Find It @Emory" button, you can click on on "Request via Interlibrary Loan" option. When you click on that link, you will be prompted for your University NetID and password. Once you login, you will see a populated request form. Click "Submit Request" at the bottom.
For items you are requesting not linking out from PubMed, go to: https://illiad.library.emory.edu/ and login with your University NetID and password.
Once you are on the ILLiad page, choose an option:
Populate the online form and click Submit Request at the bottom.
You should receive the article (pdf) within 1-2 business days.
Databases
Below are key databases for the biomedical and health sciences:
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ALTBIB: Bibliography on Alternatives to Animal Testing Resources on alternatives to the use of live vertebrates in biomedical research and testing. Includes a search filter for PubMed.
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Cochrane Library A collection of databases that provide access to information for healthcare decision-making.
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Embase The European counterpart to PubMed, this databases has some overlap with PubMed in journals coverage, but is well known for drug research.
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PsycINFO (EBSCO) Indexes and provides access to major peer-reviewed journals and scholarly literature in the behavioral sciences and mental health.
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PubMed Produced by the National Library of Medicine, this biomedical database includes over 30 million citations and dates back to 1946.
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Scopus (SciVerse Scopus) Abstract and citation database of peer-reviewed literature including scientific journals, books, and conference proceedings. Covers science, technology, medicine, social sciences, and arts and humanities.
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Web of Science A collection of multidisciplinary citation databases, including Science Citation Index, Social Sciences Citation Index, the Arts & Humanities Citation Index, and more.
View the Health Sciences A-Z Database list or the entire Emory University A-Z Database list.
Request items unavailable at Emory University (ILL)
If Emory University does not have an article, book, or DVD you need, you can use the InterLibrary Loan Service. It is a free service provided by the Emory University Libraries for items unavailable in our print or online collections. Go to: https://illiad.library.emory.edu/ and login with your University NetID and password.
Once you are on the ILLiad page, choose an option:
Populate the online form and click Submit Request at the bottom.
You should receive the article (pdf) within 1-2 business days. If you are requesting a book it will take longer (between 10-14 business days). The lending library has to mail the physical book to Emory University.