Lane Medical Library

Lane Medical Library is a medical library located at Stanford University. It is named after Dr. Levi Cooper Lane, a prominent surgeon and founder of the Cooper Medical College, which later became the Stanford University School of Medicine. The library is a significant resource for the university's medical students, faculty, and researchers, providing access to a vast collection of medical literature, databases, and research tools.

History

The Lane Medical Library was established in 1889 as part of the Cooper Medical College in San Francisco. After the college was donated to Stanford University in 1908, the library was moved to the Stanford campus in Palo Alto. The library was named after Dr. Levi Cooper Lane, the founder of Cooper Medical College, in recognition of his contributions to medical education and research.

Collection

The library's collection includes a wide range of resources, including books, journals, databases, and digital resources. It also houses a significant collection of historical medical texts and rare books. The library's digital collection provides access to a vast array of online resources, including electronic books, journals, and databases.

Services

The Lane Medical Library offers a variety of services to support the research and educational needs of the Stanford medical community. These services include research assistance, instruction in information literacy, and access to advanced research tools. The library also provides spaces for study and collaboration.

Affiliations

The library is a member of several professional organizations, including the Association of Academic Health Sciences Libraries and the Medical Library Association. It also participates in the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, a network of health science libraries across the United States.