Harborview Medical Center
Finding Information
Beginning to gather information can be one of the most difficult parts of the research process. These links are here to help you sift through different tools and discover the ways of finding information that fit you best.
- A-Z List of Health Sciences Library DatabasesA thorough list of databases you have access to through the UW
- Access Health Sciences Library Resources & ServicesA link to the Health Sciences Library website to get an idea of all the resources we have to offer
Database Guidance
- How to Improve Database Search ResultsA how-to guide on improving database search results
- CINAHL Help GuideA guide to getting the most out of CINAHL
- PubMed at the UWA guide that details a variety of PubMed strategies to improve your search
General Guidance
- Finding Qualitative Research ArticlesA general guide to using CINHAL, PubMed, and other resources that could assist in research
- Cited Reference SearchingA guide to identifying articles that have cited a reference of interest
- Data Resources in the Health SciencesAn inventory of resources to support research data needs in the health sciences field
- Finding Drug InformationA guide providing background information about selected web-based drug information resources
- Select Nursing eBooksA select list of eBooks focused on nursing clinical practice
- Food Systems, Nutrition, and HealthA guide summarizing the wide variety of resources for finding nutritional information
Acquiring Information
Once you know what you're looking for, the next step may be obtaining it. Sometimes, that's as simple as downloading a PDF from a database, but it can also become more complex if we don't have access to the initial resource. Use the links below to obtain different materials, whether we have immediate access to the resource or not.
- Getting Started with HS Library Resources?How to get started with the UW Health Sciences Library (HSL)
- Request Articles and BooksInformation on document services, ILL orders, delivery services, and Loansome Doc registration instructions
- DOI (digital object identifier): What is it?Guide outlining DOIs and how to find them
- Library FAQA guide for your general questions about finding resources within the larger UW system
Delivering Library Physical Materials to Harborview
Campus mail box delivery is the only delivery method for Harborview
1. To Place a Request:
- Request an item through the library catalog and select "Send to Fac-Staff UW Mailbox" as your pickup location.
- Items must be sent to a valid campus box number. Check your campus box number in your library account. If the address is not correct you will need to change your address by accessing the Employee Self-Service web site. It may take a week or so for our information to be updated.
2. Returning Material:
- Send material back to Suzzallo Circulation, Box 352900, via campus mail
- To allow for mailing time you should send material back at least 2 days before the due date.
- Or drop off at any UW Library
- Or use a UW Campus library book return
For more information: http://www.lib.washington.edu/services/deptdel.html