Robert M. Bird Library RSS Feed

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (11/11/2009) EBSCO Series No.2 - Creating a Personal Account

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation provides a guide for users to setup an EBSCO personal account.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (11/09/2009) Dictionary of Medical Acronyms & Abbreviations

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Acronyms and abbreviations are an integral part of the medical language. This dictionary uniquely focuses on these medical terms.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (11/06/2009) Overview of Library Services

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A bulleted list of services provided by the Robert M. Bird Health Sciences Library.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (11/04/2009) EBSCO Series No.3 - Using Controlled Vocabulary

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation introduces the concept of a controlled vocabulary.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (11/02/2009) STKE

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A website and online journal committed to the issue of cell signaling.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (10/30/2009) Boolean Operators

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A brief discussion of the major Boolean operators. Examples and Venn diagrams illustrate concepts.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (10/28/2009) Ovid Series No.1 - Interface Overview

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation provides a basic overview of the Ovid search interface. Subsequent presentations will explain the use of tools highlighted in this introductory video.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (10/26/2009) Lexi-Comp (Dental)

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Lexi-Comp is a provider of point-of-care drug and clinical information, which serve the clinical information needs of multiple healthcare disciplines, including Medical, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Dentistry.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (10/23/2009) Tips for Searching Ovid Medline

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This handout provides tips on searching the Ovid Medline database. Tips are provided for searching using MeSH, keywords and specific fields.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (10/21/2009) EBSCO Series No.1 - Interface Overview

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation provides a basic overview of the EBSCO search interface. Subsequent presentations will explain the use of tools highlighted in this introductory video.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (10/19/2009) OT Seeker

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An evidence database that comprises abstracts and quality ratings of randomised control trials (RCTs), and abstracts of systematic reviews relevant to occupational therapy.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (10/16/2009) Exporting from PubMed

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Walks users through the process of exporting and importing search results gathered using the PubMed search interface.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (10/14/2009) EBSCO Series No.2 - Creating a Personal Account

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation provides a guide for users to setup an EBSCO personal account.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (10/12/2009) Rehabilitation Reference Center

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Rehabilitation Reference Center is a clinical reference tool designed for use by rehabilitation clinicians, physical therapists, and occupational therapists at the point of care.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (10/09/2009) Overview of Library Services

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A bulleted list of services provided by the Robert M. Bird Health Sciences Library.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (10/07/2009) Registering for Library Events and Classes

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation walks users through the process of selecting and signing up for library events and classes.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (10/05/2009) Health Source - Consumer

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A collection of consumer health information; providing information on many health topics including the medical sciences, food sciences and nutrition, childcare, sports medicine and general health.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (10/02/2009) Boolean Operators

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A brief discussion of the major Boolean operators. Examples and Venn diagrams illustrate concepts.

United Way Bake Sale

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Bird Library will be hosting its 10th Annual United Way Bake Sale
Tuesday October 6th and Wednesday October 7th, from 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

We will have hot, fresh coffee on the 3rd floor. Please join us.
All proceeds go to United Way .

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (9/30/2009) EBSCO Series No.1 - Interface Overview

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation provides a basic overview of the EBSCO search interface. Subsequent presentations will explain the use of tools highlighted in this introductory video.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (9/25/2009) Style Manuals

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A discussion of the importance of professional style manuals. Provides shelf locations for popular style manuals in the Bird Library.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (9/23/2009) EBSCO Series No.2 - Creating a Personal Account

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation provides a guide for users to setup an EBSCO personal account.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (9/21/2009) Web of Knowledge

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (9/18/2009) Starting My Research

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A brief guide through the process of planning and conducting a successful literature search.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (9/16/2009) EBSCO Series No.5 - Searching with Keywords

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This video demonstrates conducting a basic search using keywords in CINAHL.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (9/14/2009) EBM Reviews - Health Technology Assessment

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A database that pulls together descriptive details about ongoing health technology assessments focusing on many different fields of study.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (9/11/2009) Finding Full Text-2009-6-17

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This handout walks users through the process of finding full text through the OUHSC Robert M. Bird Health Sciences Library.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (9/09/2009) EBSCO Series No.4 - Searching with Controlled Vocabulary

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation introduces the concept of searching with a controlled vocabulary, specifically in the CINAHL database.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (9/07/2009) Access Medicine

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Suite of clinical and educational reference sources that feature continually updated medical content. The site contains clinical practice guidelines, case files, self-assessment & board review resources and over 50 textbooks including Harrison's Online, CURRENT Medical Diagnosis & Treatment, Hurst's the Heart, Schwartz's Principles of Surgery, and Lange's basic and clinical science suites.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (9/04/2009) Boolean Operators

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A brief discussion of the major Boolean operators. Examples and Venn diagrams illustrate concepts.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (9/02/2009) Ovid Series No.2 - Creating a Personal Account

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation provides a guide for users to setup an Ovid personal account.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (8/31/2009) Cold Spring Harbor Protocols

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Cold Spring Harbor Protocols is a definitive, interactive source of new and classic research techniques. Its coverage includes cell and molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics, protein science, and imaging.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (8/28/2009) Services for Oklahoma Residents

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Provides a listing of some of the many services offered by the Robert M. Bird library to the residents of Oklahoma.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (8/26/2009) Registering for Library Events and Classes

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation walks users through the process of selecting and signing up for library events and classes.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (8/24/2009) STAT!Ref

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Full-text medical and drug reference books for healthcare professionals.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (8/21/2009) Starting My Research

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A brief guide through the process of planning and conducting a successful literature search.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (8/19/2009) EBSCO Series No.2 - Creating a Personal Account

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation provides a guide for users to setup an EBSCO personal account.

New Library Services Make Debut

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Bird Library is transitioning to a new set of tools to provide enhanced library services. These tools include:

ILLiad - A new document delivery system designed to make it easier for you to request articles. (The current document delivery form will be available for a short period during this transition, but will eventually be phased out). Learn more at our Document Delivery page.

Serials Solutions - The library's new E-Journals & E-Books portal. Improved searching and access to the library's collection of electronic content. (Look for the new E-Journals & E-Books link).

Online Catalog - Over the Summer the library launched a new online catalog. The new catalog makes it easier to find and access the print and electronic content the library holds.
Visit the catalog now.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (8/17/2009) OT Seeker

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

An evidence database that comprises abstracts and quality ratings of randomised control trials (RCTs), and abstracts of systematic reviews relevant to occupational therapy.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (8/14/2009) Boolean Operators

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A brief discussion of the major Boolean operators. Examples and Venn diagrams illustrate concepts.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (8/12/2009) Ovid Series No.1 - Interface Overview

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation provides a basic overview of the Ovid search interface. Subsequent presentations will explain the use of tools highlighted in this introductory video.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (8/10/2009) Science Citation Index Expanded

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Science Citation Index Expanded is a multidisciplinary index to the journal literature of the sciences. It fully indexes 5,900 major journals across 150 scientific disciplines.

Serials Solutions

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Serials Solutions Coming Soon: The Bird Library will be transitioning to a new system that will manage some of our electronic content.

Serials Solutions will provide improved access for patrons to find and use the Bird Library's electronic journals and books. Serials Solutions will replace GoldRush.
Look for Serials Solutions in the next few weeks!

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (8/07/2009) Exporting from OvidSP

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Walks users through the process of exporting search results direct from the Ovid interface into a bibliographic manager.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (8/05/2009) Ovid Series No.1 - Interface Overview

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation provides a basic overview of the Ovid search interface. Subsequent presentations will explain the use of tools highlighted in this introductory video.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (8/03/2009) Health Source - Consumer

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A collection of consumer health information; providing information on many health topics including the medical sciences, food sciences and nutrition, childcare, sports medicine and general health.

HANDOUT OF THE WEEK - (7/31/2009) Style Manuals

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A discussion of the importance of professional style manuals. Provides shelf locations for popular style manuals in the Bird Library.

VIDEO OF THE WEEK - (7/29/2009) EBSCO Series No.3 - Using Controlled Vocabulary

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This presentation introduces the concept of a controlled vocabulary.

Oklahoma Go Local Goes Live

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In partnership with the National Library of Medicine (NLM) The Robert M. Bird Library has helped launch Oklahoma Go Local, which provides listings of health services and facilities across the state.

You can search whichever way works best for you: county, city, service, or health topic. We pull together information about health services around the state to best help you find what you need from one location.

RESOURCE OF THE WEEK - (7/27/2009) BMJ Clinical Evidence

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

BMJ Clinical Evidence is a new kind of decision-support resource. At our heart is an international peer reviewed journal publishing systematic reviews of important clinical conditions.