JSS Medical college Mysuru : Library and Information Centre

JSS Medical College Library Overview
 

JSS Medical College (JSS MC), one of the constituent colleges of JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru has an excellent Health Sciences Library. The state-of-the-art Library stretching over 3205 square feet, is a domain for information explorers, students, faculty, or researchers. It can accommodate 650 students at a time. Besides the comfortable seating and reading ambience, the library is well equipped with advanced facilities such as high-speed internet and web resources, including online journals and e-books.

The library is providing access to a wide range of e-resources to the off-campus users also. Access to e-resources subscribed by the library has also been provided for alumni users. The library has provided 'EBSCO Discovery Service' (Single Window Search tool) to find relevant information across all the subscribed web resources, open-access resources, library catalogue and JSS AHER digital repository using the single search box. All the library services have been powered using Koha software. The library is enabled with RFID technology, Wi-Fi and security systems with CCTV.

The library organizes author workshops, literature search services, access to bibliographical and citation tools, i.e., Scopus, SciVal and Web of Science. The library has the best practices, including organizing information literacy programs, library conferences/workshops, general and subject books exhibitions, Librarians' Day & National Library Week celebrations. There is a separate  digital library, group study area and private study area in the library. The library has all the facilities for the students and faculty to acquire and enrich their knowledge.

JSS Hospital Library is an extension of JSS Medical College Library, which is instituted for ready/immediate reference for its clinicians, students and faculty members at the hospital campus.

The JSS Medical College Library is committed to provide world-class information support and serving its students and faculty members to its immense potential.

Operational Hours
 

Library Working Hours
#	Description	JSS Medical College	JSS Hospital
1	Working Days Monday to Friday Saturday	7.00 am to 12.00 am 7.00 am to  12.00 pm	9.00 am to 10.00 pm 9.00 am to 10.00 pm
2	Sundays and General Holidays	7.00 am to 12.00 am	9.00 am to 1.00 pm

Access Control

Student ID card is used for the access control of the library. There is a property counter to leave the personal belongings. The books are displayed subject wise.

About JSS Medical College Library

LIBRARY AREA	3205 Sq. Mtrs
SEATING CAPACITY	650
WORKING HOURS	7.00 AM -12.00 AM
TOTAL NUMBER OF BOOKS	33210
TOTAL NUMBER OF TITLES	17757
TEXTBOOKS	9520
REFERENCE BOOKS	23690
E-RESOURCES	19
E-JOURNALS	2632
E-BOOKS	2075
WHO COLLECTIONS	1630
BOOK BANK TEXTBOOKS	1658
BACK VOLUMES OF JOURNALS	11375
PROJECT REPORTS	2265
CD ROMs	2831
VIDEO CASSETTES	182
NEWSPAPERS	13
JOURNALS  [Subscribed for the year 2024]	236

Library Services

The Medical College Library provides the following value-added services to its users in addition to all common type of services.

• BOOK BANK SERVICES
• CIRCULATION SERVICES
• CURRENT AWARENESS SERVICES
• DEPARTMENT LIBRARIES
• DIGITAL LIBRARY
• INTER LIBRARY ACCESS/ DOCCUMENT DELIVERY
• INTERNET ACCESS / WI-FI
• NEWS PAPER CLIPPING SERVICES
• OWN BOOK READING SERVICES
• PERIODICALS
• REFERENCE SERVICES
• REMOTE ACCESS
• REPROGRAPHIC SERVICES
• SOFT COPYING SERVICES
• WEB OPAC [ONLINE PUBLIC ACCESS CATALOGUE] SERVICES

Web OPAC :  http://library.jssuni.edu.in/

User ID and password has already been sent to your email. If not received, please contact the Library office.

List of subscribed e-Resources

#	e-Resources	Link
1	Access Medicine	https://accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/
2	Access Surgery	https://accesssurgery.mhmedical.com//
3	CBS e-books [Medical]	https://eduport-global.com/
4	ClinicalKey	https://www.clinicalkey.in/
5	SciVal	https://www.scival.com/home?dgcid=ScopusHeader
6	Up to date	https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search
7	Scopus	https://www.scopus.com/home.uri
8	Web of Science	https://www.webofscience.com/wos/woscc/basic-search
9	BMJ Best Practices	https://journals.bmj.com/home
		https://casereports.bmj.com
		https://bestpractice.bmj.com/info
		https://rtop.bmj.com

Contact Us:     The Library Team

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	Mrs. Shobha S C Librarian [Grade-1] and Head Tel: +91-821-2548337/ 38 (O) E-mail: shobhasc@jssuni.edu.in
	Mr. Somashekhar D N Librarian [Grade-1 Tel : +91-821-2548337/38 (O) E-mail: dnshekar@jssuni.edu.in
	Ms. Yogeshwari Librarian [Grade-2] Tel: +91-821-2548337/38 (O) E-mail: ramyayogeshwari@gmail.com

Address JSS Medical College Library Shivarathreeswara Nagara, Mysuru-570 015, Karnataka, India Website: https://jssuni.edu.in/JSSWeb/WebShowFromDB.aspx?MID=0&CID=4&PID=10002  Ph. +91-821-2548337/38 Fax: +91 821 2548345 / 2493819 Email: jssmclibrary@jssuni.edu.in

Supporting Staff
 

Name		Designation	Workplace
	Ms. Shalini  S	Library Assistant	JSSMC
	Mr. Ambarisha	Library Assistant	JSSMC
	Mr. Kendagannappa  H	SDA	JSSMC
	Mr. Maheshappa  B  S	Attender	JSSMC
	Mr. Shreekanth  S	Attender	JSSMC
	Mr. Gowtham  K C	Attender	JSSMC
	Mr. Manjunath C	Attender	JSSMC
	Mr. Surya K R	Attender	JSSMC
	Mr. Nanjundaswamy  K P	Attender	JSSMCH
	Mr. Naganna M	Attender	JSSMCH
	Mr. Basappadevaru  L G	Attender	JSSMCH
	Mr Basavaraju  M	Attender	JSSMC

Events / Best Practices

Three-day Library Workshop on

“Utilization of E-resources and Enhancing Research Visibility”

On the occasion of National Library Week, a three-day Library Workshop on ‘Utilization of E-Resources and Enhancing Research Visibility’ was organized by the Library Committee of JSS AHER from 15^th to 17^th November 2022. at Shri Rajendra Centenary Auditorium, JSS Hospital, Mysuru. The primary objective of the workshop was to promote the use of E-learning, enhancing research skills, awareness of available E-resources in JSS AHER libraries, enable to acquire knowledge on current technological developments in research fields, to improve teaching skills and learning abilities and channelize development in Research.

The workshop was inaugurated on 15^th November 2022 by invoking the divine blessings of his holiness Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji and offering our pranams at the lotus feet of his holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Swamiji. The inauguration began by an invocation. Mrs. Shobha SC, Librarian, JSS MC and Member Secretary, Library Committee, JSS AHER welcomed the Chief Guests, Principals, Officers of JSS AHER and all participants. This was followed by lighting the lamp by chief guests... Prof. T.D. Kemparaju, Former VC, Bengaluru North University, Bengaluru, Dr. Surinder Singh, Vice Chancellor, JSS AHER and Dr. B. Manjunatha, Registrar, JSS AHER. The chief guests addressed the participants on the significance of this workshop and appreciated the topics selected. The participants of the workshop were faculty, research scholars and post graduate students from constituent colleges of JSS AHER and Librarians from sister institutions of JSS Mahavidyapeetha.

The workshop began with the keynote address from Prof. T.D. Kemparaju. The three-day workshop provided an insight into a vast set of topics on understanding the approach to publications, importance of E-resources in enhancing research output, a glance on building research visibility, importance of plagiarism software in successful research, discussion on importance of citation and reference management. The session on Social Resilience was unique in this workshop. The views expressed in the workshop by the resource persons, and publishers were well appreciated by the participants. The presentations on various tools and techniques made the participants re-think ideas, which they embrace Instinctively in their day-to-day life. The sessions by all the resource persons were very thoughtful and engrossing.

The three-day library workshop ended with a Valedictory function.  The chief guests were Mr. C.C. Hiremath, Finance Officer, JSS AHER and Mrs. Kokila M.S., Deputy Registrar, JSS AHER, Mysuru. The Library Committee, JSS AHER, led by Mrs. Shobha SC, owes the success of the workshop to the able guidance of Dr. Surinder Singh, Vice Chancellor, JSS AHER, Dr. B. Manjunatha, Registrar, JSS AHER and the hard work put in by all the Librarians of constituent colleges of JSS AHER. Many of the participants came forward, spoke about their feedback on the workshop, and requested to frequently conduct more such workshops in future.

The workshop was also aired Live on YouTube on all 3 days.

Two-day Library Workshop on

‘Emerging Technologies and Innovations in Best Library Practices’
 

A two-day Library Workshop on ‘Emerging Technologies and Innovations in Best Library Practices’ was organized by the Library and Information Center of JSS AHER, Mysuru on 5^th and 6^th May 2023 at JSS Pharmacy College, Ooty. The primary objective of the workshop is to enhance awareness on emerging technologies to manage library and its associated activities with the use of such technologies.

The workshop was inaugurated on 5^th May 2023 by invoking the divine blessings of his holiness Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji and offering our pranams at the lotus feet of his holiness Jagadguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Swamiji. The workshop was inaugurated by Chief Guest Dr. C. P. Ramasesh, Former Librarian, University of Mysuru, Mysuru, accompanied by Dr. R. Sarangapani, Librarian, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore and Dr. S.P. Dhanabal, Principal, JSS College of Pharmacy, Ooty lighting the lamp The chief guests addressed the participants on the significance of this workshop and appreciated the topics selected. Approximately 50 participants have enrolled from various states of India.

The workshop began with the keynote address from Dr. C.P. Ramasesh. The workshop aim to cover various topics – Academic Integrity, Plagiarism, Prevention of Plagiarism, Tools for Marketing Library Services and Institute’s Intellectual Visibility, Approach to Scientific Writing, Augmenting Library Services using Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Tools and Techniques in Library and Information Science, Knowledge Management System, Innovative Library and Information Services for Digital Literates.

On the occasion of this workshop, JSS AHER, Mysuru, specially felicitated Mr. Bomman and Mrs. Bellie, the caretaker couple of the Oscar Winning Documentary ‘The Elephant Whisperers’.

The above report was published in the IASLIC NEWSLETTER of June 2023.

“The Fundamentals of Health Research workshop”

Prepare for your journey towards Publication

Conducting research is a difficult but important component in a healthcare professional’s career. Beyond research, attaining publications helps healthcare professionals establish themselves as thought leaders and innovators. Most importantly, research is critical for the betterment of science, improvements in patient outcomes and in the overall benefit of our society. Hence, clinicians, nurses and other allied health fields, although primarily focused on clinical care, are actively encouraged to invest time and effort in research.

However, many medical education programs around the world do not include a thorough and dedicated course on research. A large part of learning research skills is considered “on the job”. Our goal is to prepare budding researchers for the journey ahead of them. By establishing the need to conduct research in healthcare we help researchers understand that it is more than just an academic exercise. Once the need for research is established it is important for early researchers to understand the fundamental concepts, like, types of research, types of research output and the overall research as well as publication process.

“The Fundamentals of Health Research workshop: Prepare for your journey towards Publication” was conducted by Natsha Gulati- Team Manager-Customer Success for JSS Medical College on 1^st Dec 2023. The session was attended by approximately 20 researchers and recording was shared for later watch. It was conducted as part of the Elsevier Health Research Development program.

The workshop also aimed to sensitize young researchers to some of the challenges they are likely to face in the research and publication journey. Some approaches and resolutions that the researchers can adopt to mitigate the impact of the most frequent challenges were also discussed. We conclude with a positive, confident note to let researchers know that they are not alone, and they will receive plenty of support in this process.

Training Program on  SCOPUS & CLINICAL KEY

Date: 3rd May 2024

Venue: Gallery 6, JSS Medical College, Mysuru, from 2.30pm - 4.00pm

Organized By: Library & Information Centre, JSSMC, Mysuru

Introduction:

In our ongoing efforts to bridge curtail the gaps between the library resources and its users, the Library & Information Center JSSMC, had organized a Training Program on the SCOPUS & CLINICAL KEY on 3rd May 2024 for faculty, Ph.D. students, and PG students of Pre and Para  Clinical departments of JSS Medical College and Dental College, Mysuru.
 

Objective:

The primary objective of the program was to create awareness amongst the faculty and students on SCOPUS & CLINICAL KEY to enhance subject knowledge within their respective areas and provide all the needed guidance, including the access.

Training on SCOPUS & Clinical Key

• Resource Person: Mr. Abhishek Gupta, Customer Success Manager, ELSEVIER Health Solutions.
• Mr. Abhishek Gupta conducted the session, demonstrating the creation of accounts on Clinical Key and SCOPUS. He also explained how to access e-journals and e-books in Clinical Key and utilize the SCOPUS indexed database.
   

Interactions were done to understand their challenges, pain points and pressing issues throughout their research journey and tried connecting the dots to support them with insights, analytics, and search strategy. I hope they found the session useful for their learning and research. Please find the topics covered during the session.

• Why research is important.
• Challenges in research journey
• Why Scopus over other databases
• Effective literature search with search strategy
• How to build community with KOL/Authors for mentorship and collaboration
• How to Identify right journal for publication
• Reflect research outcome for Institutional ranking and decision making.
• Q&A

Conclusion:

There were about  40 participants from both Medical and Dental Colleges including       faculty , Research Scholars and PG students had  participated in the  Training Program and was successful. The much-experienced resource person was able to  create an awareness and facilitate them to gain practical skills. We believe, this initiative will continue to further enhance the research and learning endeavors across the JSSMC academic community.

Training program on CLINICAL KEY

Date: 11^th  June  2024
Venue  : Respective Departments, JSS Medical College Hospital, Mysuru
Timings : 9.00pm - 4.00pm
Organized By: Library & Information Centre, JSSMC, Mysuru
Resource Person : Abhishek Gupta (ELS-HBE) 

To ensure effective utilization and engagement with ClinicalKey across various departments, we have conducted a comprehensive training and engagement to meet the specific needs of each department. The goal is to empower healthcare professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to leverage ClinicalKey effectively for their learning, practice, and research.
 

Departments	Training focus
Department of Radiology	Training sessions was focused on utilizing ClinicalKey to access updated medical textbooks, journals, and clinical guidelines. Emphasis was given on evidence-based practices, enhancing diagnostic skills, and staying abreast of the latest advancements in medical research
Dept of Emergency Medicine
Dept of Orthopaedics
Dept of ENT
Dept of Ophthalmology

We are confident that this department-wise training and engagement plan will facilitate the effective integration of ClinicalKey into daily clinical practice, research activities, and professional development across the medical college and hospital. By harnessing the power of ClinicalKey, healthcare professionals in each department can enhance their knowledge, improve patient care, and contribute to the advancement of their respective fields.

Book Exhibition to commemorate National Librarians’ Day

On the occasion of National Librarians Day, JSS Medical College Library, in collaboration with the book vendors, had organized a book exhibition from 16 to 18^th August 2023 in JSS Hospital, Mysuru and on 21^st & 22^nd August 2023 in Medical College, Mysuru. The primary purpose of the exhibition was to provide an opportunity to all faculty members and students to visit and get familiarized of the available latest editions of textbooks and references from leading publishers. This exhibition would enable them to recommend the books for procurement, thereby strengthening the collections both at central and in department libraries.

For the first time, JSS Institute of Speech and Hearing was also involved in this Book Exhibition.

 

Training on ClinicalKey Database for Post Graduate students and Faculty members of  JSS Medical College, Mysuru

Date : 26^th, 27^th April and 17^th May 2023

A two-day training program was  organized on ClinicalKey Database for post graduate students and faculty members of JSS Medical College on 26^th , 27^th April 2023 and 17^th May 2023 at JSS Hospital, Mysuru.

The training was conducted for every individual department separately so that it is focused and effective. The training involved a demo of the available resources and their usage. During the training session, the participants were made to register online, and remote access was provided to non-domain users too.  

The queries and concerns of all participants regarding resource type, login and remote access were addressed. Now most of them have registered and are aware of various features and effective ways of literature search. Elsevier was  requested to provide remote access to non-domain Email ID holders as well through REG ID and Password. This will be valid until they are associated / employed with JSS AHER. The list of non-domain email ids shall be provided to Elsevier upon receipt of the same from respective departments.

The response from the participants was very appreciative and am confident such awareness training will encourage the users to utilize ClinicalKey more efficiently and improve usage.

The training was organized for the following departments. The same training would be extended to the remaining departments based on their availability.

Two Day Training program on

The Effective Utilization of subscribed E-Resources of JSS AHER

Date: 1^st and 2^nd February 2024

Venue: Sri Rajendra Auditorium, JSS College of Pharmacy, Mysuru.

Organized By: All Librarians, JSS AHER, Mysuru

Introduction:

In our ongoing efforts to bridge curtail the gaps between the library resources and its users, the Library and Information Center of all the constituent colleges of JSS AHER organized a 2-Day Training Program on the ‘Effective Utilization of subscribed E-Resources’ on 1^st and 2^nd February 2024 for faculty, Ph.D. students, and PG students.

Objective:

The primary objective of the program was to create awareness amongst the faculty and students on the subscribed e-resources (such as Access Pharmacy, Medicine, Surgery collection, BMJ, the EBSCO Pharmacy collection, and SCOPUS & Clinical Key) to enhance subject knowledge within their respective areas and provide all the needed guidance, including the access.

Day 1 (1^st February 2024)

Session 1: "Demo on Access Pharmacy, Medicine, Surgery collection"

• Resource Person: Mr. G V Kishore, Account Manager, South & East, McGraw Hill, Access Pharmacy.

• Mr. G V Kishore initiated the first session with a talk on "Demo on Access Pharmacy, Medicine, Surgery collection" He provided insights on accessing, and elaborated on e-journals and e-books.

Session 2: Demo on BMJ

• Resource Person: Mr. R. Anand, Manager – Institutional Business, South India, West India & Sri Lanka.
• Mr. R. Anand conducted the second session on "Demo on BMJ," explaining the process of publishing research works in journals and accessing BMJ.

Day 2 (2^nd February 2024)

An awareness was created about the NDL membership and its data usage by JSS AHER IQAC team in coordination with all Librarians.

Session 1: Demo on EBSCO Pharmacy Collection

• Resource Person: Mr. Divakar. Marketing Manager, EBSCO
• Mr. Divakar demonstrated the downloading and usage of the EBSCO mobile app, along with explaining how to access the EBSCO Pharmacy Collection.

Session 2: Demo on SCOPUS & Clinical Key

• Resource Person: Mr. Abhishek Gupta, Customer Success Manager, ELSEVIER Health Solutions.
• Mr. Abhishek Gupta conducted the final session, demonstrating the creation of accounts on Clinical Key and SCOPUS. He also explained how to access e-journals and e-books in Clinical Key and utilize the SCOPUS indexed database.

Conclusion:

The attendance and participation from the faculty and students in this 2-Day Training Program was overwhelming, with approx. 598 participants, and was successful. The much-experienced resource persons were able to engage the faculty, Ph.D., and PG students throughout the sessions in fostering awareness and facilitate them to gain practical skills. We believe, this initiative will continue to further enhance the research and learning endeavors across the JSS AHER academic community.

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College / Department Wise participation

Participants wise

Participants Feedback Statistics :

Session Description	Excellent (%)	Good (%)	Moderate (%)
Demo on Access Pharmacy, Access Medicine, and Access Surgery	65	34	1
Demo on BMJ	62	34	4
Demo on EBSCO Pharmacy Collection	46	49	5
SCOPUS & Clinical Key	65	34	1

    

Saraswathi Pooja Celebrations

Saraswathi Pooja, dedicated to Saraswathi, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, and art, was celebrated with enthusiasm at JSS Medical College Library. This annual event is significant for students and staff, symbolizing reverence for education and wisdom. The pooja takes place every year during Navaratri festival bringing together the academic community in a blend of spirituality and cultural festivity.

The library was adorned with vibrant flowers, traditional rangoli  and festoons. A beautifully decorated altar was set up for the pooja.

Students, faculty members, and administrative staff were invited to participate in the pooja.

The pooja celebrations began with the lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries and senior faculty members. While delivering the introductory speech, the Principal, highlighted the importance of Saraswathi Pooja in academic and cultural life of the institution.

As per tradition, the idol of Goddess Saraswathi was decorated with colorful flowers and ornaments. As a symbolic practice the books were placed in  front of the Goddess indicating the pursuit of knowledge and creativity. Traditional hymns and prayers were recited, invoking the blessings of Goddess Saraswathi. The rituals included offerings of flowers, fruits, and sweets to the deity, along with the chanting of mantras.

On this auspicious occasion the prasadam, comprising traditional dishes, was served, fostering a sense of community and togetherness.

The Saraswathi Pooja at JSS Medical College blends traditional rituals with cultural celebrations. It served as a reminder of the values of knowledge and wisdom with cultural heritage that the institution upholds.