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The Library, established in 1834 and named after prominent MCG physician, Robert B. Greenblatt, M.D. in 1988, provides resources and services for the health information needs of the faculty, staff and students of the Medical College of Georgia and MCG Health, Inc. and serves as a source of health information for the state of Georgia. Campus Map to Library Library Address Robert B. Greenblatt, M.D. Library Medical College of Georgia Augusta, GA 30912-4400 706-721-3441 Library Hours Mon-Thurs 7:30 a.m.- midnight Friday 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 noon - midnight Holiday schedule Library Privileges A current library barcode entitles its owner full library privileges and is required to borrow materials. Faculty, staff and students may obtain a library barcode by presenting their current MCG or MCGHealth picture identification badge at the Library Information Center. Borrowing Materials Books—four weeks Bound journals—three days Unbound journals—one day Audiovisuals—three days Resources The Library provides an extensive collection of biomedical books, journals and audiovisuals, computer programs, databases, internet resources and various historical collections including university publications and historical archives. Electronic Resources Electronic resources are available at library workstations and at campus and hospital workstations. They are also available remotely from home or distance education sites via password. Document Delivery/ Interlibrary Loan Document delivery services will acquire material not available at MCG for a small fee through agreements and electronic connections to hundreds of libraries worldwide. Fax Service Fax Service is available at the Library Information Center for MCG faculty, staff and students during library operating hours. All users must have a current ID badge. Fax Costs Fax messages with MCG or MCGHealth ID Send/receive a message (1-10 pages) $3.00 Faxes over 10 pages will have a per page surcharge Payment for fax transactions can be made by check or cash University System Library Privileges The resources of the University System Libraries in Georgia are available to those with a current library barcode via the GIL Express service. Reserves Materials may be placed on reserve to support course instruction for students. Materials on reserve are listed on GIL@MCG and are located at the Library Information Center. Collection Development The Library purchases materials recommended by faculty using the Collection Development guidelines. Requests for new journal titles require a continuing commitment, and a variety of factors are considered before adding a title.The Collection Development Committee evaluates requests for new journal titles annually. Services Ask a Librarian Chat live with MCG reference Librarians is a service offered Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is best suited to short questions. E-mail to libref@mcg.edu for more detailed requests. Response via e-mail is usually one business day. Education To make arrangements for curriculum support for information management and retrieval, Evidence Based Medicine, EndNote, specific databases and the Internet, call the Education Services Librarian at 706-721-0299. Distance Education Library services for distance users can be arranged for students at distance learning and off campus clinical sites. Hospital and Clinics A Clinical Librarian is available most days in the hospital and clinics. E-mail Kevin Bradford kbradford@mcg.edu or call 706-721-9904 for assistance or an appointment. Reference and Consultation Quick answers for basic facts will be answered for users via e-mail libref@mcg.edu, by phone 706-721-3441, or in person. Library faculty are available for in-depth reference assistance and consultation for access, evaluation, and management of information resources. Facilities Photocopiers, paging phones, lockers, conference rooms, group study rooms, and individual locked carrels are available in the library. Contact the Library Information Center for additional information. Library Information Center (LInC) The LInC desk is the starting point for providing all Library services. It is prominently located as you enter the Library. The phone number for the LInC is 706-721-3441. Conference Rooms Several conference rooms and electronic classrooms may be reserved online for meetings or special classes. Computer Lab Computers are available with networked printers, access to the internet and common productivity applications. Some workstations are also equipped with scanners and multimedia software such as PhotoShop. Electronic Classrooms Two electronic classrooms may be reserved for instruction in a networked environment. Each room has multiple student computer stations and an instructor station linked to a projection system. Special Needs The Greenblatt Library is committed to providing access to information resources and services to our users on an equal basis. For additional information or special assistance, contact the Library Information Center at 706-721-3441.