📚 Library & Information Center

Akbar Pediatric Educational, Research, and Medical Center

The Library and Information Center at Akbar Pediatric Hospital serves as the intellectual cornerstone of our institution. Dedicated to supporting clinical practice, medical education, and research, we provide essential resources for physicians, residents, fellows, nursing staff, and medical students. By integrating modern medical librarianship with advanced information technology, we facilitate evidence-based practice and support the highest standards of pediatric care.

🏢 Facility Overview & Specifications

Established on December 7, 2018, the library provides a quiet academic environment tailored to research and study.

🎯 Our Mission

• Resource Optimization: Expanding access to specialized medical databases and journals relevant to pediatric health.
• Academic Support: Improving the quality of training programs and clinical research conducted within the hospital.
• User Satisfaction: Ensuring excellence in both on-site and remote library services for our clinical and research community.
• Future Vision: We are actively planning to expand our services to include pediatric patient education and reading resources for children and their families, fostering a healing and supportive environment.

👥 Access & Membership Policy

In accordance with the regulations of Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS), the library serves:

• Faculty members (Active and Retired)
• University students (Undergraduate through Post-Doctoral/Fellowship levels)
• Academic and Hospital staff (Permanent, Contractual, and Project-based)

👨‍🔬 Library Leadership & Staff

We are committed to providing personalized assistance with literature reviews, database searches, and research methodology.

📍 Contact Us

🕐 Operating Hours

• Saturday – Wednesday: 07:30 – 16:00
• Thursday: 07:30 – 13:30
• Friday & Public Holidays: Closed