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Selected list of books and journals in the allied health sciences

A N Brandon, D R Hill

Bulletin of the Medical Library Association|October 1, 1986

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Summary

This guide lists 450 books and 69 journals for allied health libraries. It focuses on 23 accredited programs, with 157 books and 27 journals recommended for initial purchase.

Area of Science:

Allied Health Sciences
Library Science
Information Management

Context:

A comprehensive selection guide for libraries supporting allied health education and professionals.
Addresses the challenge of curating resources across diverse allied health fields.
Focuses on 23 AMA-accredited programs, plus physical therapy, dental allied health, and medical secretarial fields.

Purpose:

To provide a curated list of essential books and journals for allied health libraries.
To assist academic and healthcare settings in developing robust collections.
To guide the selection of high-impact resources for allied health personnel.

Summary:

Features 450 books and 69 journals, categorized by subject.
Includes an author/editor index for books and an alphabetical title listing for journals.
Highlights 157 books and 27 journals for initial acquisition, with total costs provided for full and partial collections.

Impact:

Facilitates the development of well-equipped libraries for allied health education.
Supports evidence-based practice and continuous learning for allied health professionals.
Offers a cost-effective approach to building essential library collections.

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Selected List Of Books And Journals In The Allied Health Sciences