Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library, Medical library at George Washington University, Washington DC, United States.
Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library is a medical library at George Washington University in Washington DC. The four-story facility within the Ross Hall Medical Complex holds electronic databases, academic journals, and specialized books supporting health sciences research and education.
The library opened in 1973 and took the name of Paul Himmelfarb, a major supporter of medical education at the university. Its creation coincided with the expansion of health sciences programs requiring dedicated spaces for research and learning.
The library serves as a meeting point for health science students from different programs who work alongside each other daily. It reflects how medical education brings together future doctors, nurses, and public health professionals under one roof.
The library is located at 2300 Eye Street Northwest and sits close to Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro Station for easy access. Visitors with valid George Washington University credentials can use all electronic resources and browse the physical collections within the building.
The library holds specialized collections designed for cross-disciplinary health research that extends beyond traditional medicine. These materials support learning in areas such as public health, clinical practice, and scientific innovation.
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