Improving PubMed for the Novice at the Expense of the Expert: Surveying Librarians 3 Years Post-New PubMed

Authors

Tim Kenny MLS, Maine Medical CenterFollow
Heather Kemp MLIS, Maine Medical CenterFollow

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

5-2023

Institution/Department

Medical Education, Library & Knowledge Services

Abstract

Background: In 2019 PubMed, the publically accessible search interface for the MEDLINE database underwent a user interface update and overhaul. MEDLINE is the primary component of PubMed, a literature database developed and maintained by the NLM National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)” (National Library of Medicine, 2022).

Methods: Using a brief web-based survey, comprised of both closed-ended and open-ended questions, health science library professionals provided feedback on the new PubMed.

Comments

Presented at the 2023 Medical Library Association annual conference held in Detroit, MI

Recommended Citation

Kenny, Tim MLS and Kemp, Heather MLIS, "Improving PubMed for the Novice at the Expense of the Expert: Surveying Librarians 3 Years Post-New PubMed" (2023). Maine Medical Center. 3252.
https://knowledgeconnection.mainehealth.org/mmc/3252