National Medical Library, Medical library at Sokolska 54 in Prague 2, Czech Republic
The National Medical Library is a specialized library in Prague 2 that focuses on medical literature and scholarly resources. The building holds extensive collections of medical journals, historical manuscripts, books, and online databases accessible both on site and remotely.
The library emerged as a response to the growing need for medical professionals to access centralized specialized information. It later became one of the country's primary centers for medical documentation and research under Health Ministry oversight.
The name reflects its role as a central hub for medical professionals and researchers to gather and exchange knowledge. You will see people from various health fields using the reading areas and consulting with librarians throughout the day.
You can work on site with the collections or access digital materials from home through licensed databases. The staff will help you find specialized literature and guide you through the available resources.
The library holds a collection of older medical texts and manuscripts that show how medicine has evolved over time. These historical documents offer insight into past treatment methods and medical theories that seem fascinating when viewed from today.
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