Fac Pubs on Display for September

The Library’s faculty publications display highlights recent articles by LSUHSC-New Orleans researchers. The September batch of writings has been rotated into the presentation!

This display is being regularly updated with materials that have been gathered into the Faculty Publications Database, which is maintained by the Library as a prominent resource.

The articles on display, rotated out monthly, are in the Library’s Reference area (near the Library elevator) on the third floor of the Resource Center Building.

About the Library’s Faculty Publications Database:

The Faculty Publications Database includes citations to papers, editorials, letters to the editor, meeting abstracts, books, and book chapters authored by at least one member of the LSUHSC-New Orleans faculty, 1998 – present. Information in this database is retrieved from several sources, including: PubMed, ISI Web of Knowledge, SCOPUS, EMBASE.com, CINAHL, PsycInfo and contributions directly from faculty members. Access to this database is available to the public. To add your faculty publications, or for questions about this database, contact Kathy Kerdolff.

The database is linked from the Library web page here. This page includes a handy link to a PDF document of the monthly bibliography of display articles.

Here is a listing of the newest papers included, with those affiliated with LSUHSC-NO in bold print:

1. Ahmed J, Monahan KM, LeLorier P. “The ghost in the machine: Inhibition of tachyarrhythmia therapy due to phantom crosstalk.” Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology.2011;34(7):909-911.
2. Chermansky CJ, Krlin RM, Holley TD, Woo HH, Winters JC. “Magnetic resonance imaging following INTERSTIM: An institutional experience with imaging safety and patient satisfaction.” Neurourology and Urodynamics. 2011.
3. Cutler JE, Corti M, Lambert P, Ferris M, Xin H. “Horizontal transmission of candida albicans and evidence of a vaccine response in mice colonized with the fungus.” PLoS One. 2011;6(7):e22030.
4. Dunbar LM, Milata J, McClure T, Wasilewski MM. “Comparison of the efficacy and safety of oritavancin front-loaded dosing regimens to daily dosing: An analysis of the SIMPLIFI trial.” Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. 2011;55(7):3476-3484.
5. Farris, HE, Ryan, MJ. “Relative comparisons of call parameters enable auditory grouping in frogs.” Nature Communications, 2011; 2: 410.
6. Filipeanu CM, Guidry JJ, Leonard ST, Winsauer PJ. “Delta9-THC increases endogenous AHA1 expression in rat cerebellum and may modulate CB1 receptor function during chronic use.” Journal of Neurochemistry. 2011.
7. Liu X, Wang K, Lee K. “Association of standardized estimated glomerular filtration rate with the prevalence of hypertension among adults in the United States.” Journal of Human Hypertension. 2011;25(8):469-475.
8. Sanders CV. “The SSCI at 65: Older and wiser.” American Journal of the Medical Sciences. 2011;342(2):89-92.

Labor Day Hours

The Labor Day Holiday Hours for John P. Isch?® Library are as follows:

Friday, Septermber 2nd 8am-6pm Regular Hours
Saturday, September 3rd 9:30 am – 6 pm Regular Hours
Sunday, September 4th CLOSED
Monday, September 5th CLOSED University Holiday
Tuesday, September 6th 8 am – 10 pm Regular Hours

Have a safe and dry Labor Day weekend!

Upgraded E-Journals List

The Electronic Journals List is getting a makeover! You will soon be able to use the newly-enhanced site with redesigned graphics, expanded search capabilities, and a few other snappy additions.

The transition to the redesigned list begins Friday, August 26th at 5pm and is scheduled to last for approximately three hours. During this time you may experience service disruptions while trying to use the list.

eBooks: We Have Them!

This month, the Library’s books display features our eBook databases, and some of the popular, recent editions of titles that can be accessed through our website. eBooks can be located in the following online resources:

AccessEmergency Medicine
AccessMedicine
AccessSurgery
Books@Ovid
MDConsult
NursingConsult
PsychiatryOnline
R2 Digital Library
Stat!Ref
Thieme ElectronicBook Library

These databases have been assembled on the Library’s website at:
http://www.lsuhsc.edu/no/library/resources/guides/EbooksRG.html
Read more >

MicroMedex available for Android

Micromedex Drug Information is now available for Android phones.

We’ve previously mentioned the Drug Information app for Blackberry and iPhone way back in January 2010, it’s nice to see this drug information app for that *other* mobile operating system.

La Family Physician of the Year

Kim Edward LeBlanc, Marie Lahasky Professor and Head – LSUHSC Department of Family Medicine, has been named the Louisiana Family Physician of 2011 by the Louisiana Academy of Family Physicians. Congratulations!

Kim Edward LeBlanc

Bike commuting to LSUHSC

Are you one of the 9 percent of folks who bike or walk to work in New Orleans? New Orleans is ranked 8th in the country for bicycle commuters. Here’s some tips for LSUHSC pedal pushers.

• Bicycle, scooter and motorcycle parking in the Roman Street Garage is located on the first floor at the corner of Tulane Avenue and S. Roman Street. There is also bike parking in front of the Medical Education Building.
• A cool shower or at least a towel off is always nice after a ride. The LSUHSC Wellness Center has showers and changing rooms available for faculty, staff and students.
• Looking for a [relatively] safe and [somewhat] smooth bike route? Bikely.com is a website that helps cyclists share knowledge of good bicycle routes. Here’s a good one from the Bywater to CBD and another from Uptown to the Medical District.
• It doesn’t hurt to stay stylish while you ride. Although there is no helmet law in Louisiana, there are multiple bike stores where you can find a nice one in town. A good strong lock is also a must! Bike locking tips.
• Community biking groups are growing around town. NolaCycle and Bike Easy are two that offer group rides and other activities. And don’t forget the Louisiana Bike Festival, every June in Abita Springs.

Happy biking!

iOS Wi-Fi Instructions Updated

Would you like to use your iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch on the campus Wi-Fi but don’t know where to start? We have updated instructions that will walk you through the steps needed in order to get your favorite iOS device to work on the LSUHSC Wi-Fi network. The handouts can be found via the Library’s site under Mobile Devices and Wireless Instructions.

After hours & Weekend Parking

Students are allowed entrance into the S. Roman St. garage at 4:30pm on weekdays and all day on weekends. This is the closest garage to the library and since it is covered, you wonÔÇÖt likely need an umbrella during inclement weather. If the gate to the main parking entrance is closed, you would have to enter through the left lane of the parking garageÔÇÖs EXIT. You will need your gate card in order to enter. Street parking is enforced on Saturdays, so if you forget your gate card remember to feed the meter.

Parking Meters

The modern parking meters accept dollar bills and credit cards, which prints out a receipt for you to place on your dashboard. The cost is $1.50 per hour for two-hour meters and $1 per hour for long-term parking meters. If a meter is broken, you now have the option of going to another meter but still choosing the spot of your choice, as long as it is not a restricted parking spot. Please read meters before you park!

Campus tips for students

The 2011 Fall semester is officially in session! Here’s a news round-up for navigating campus.

1. The RegistrarÔÇÖs office is on the fourth floor of the library. Students get their IDs here. After getting your ID, stop by the Circulation desk for a library barcode.

2. You need a library barcode for off campus access.

3. Your ID can also store money for printing, books and food purchases. Get it formatted in the LSUHSC Bookstore on the 2nd floor of the Resource Center Building to access this feature. More info about PayPaw.

5. Speaking of printing, here’s a whole article about it.

4. Need to know where Health Services is located? Or who to contact for computer support? Our amazing circulation staff has compiled a list of the most Frequently Asked Questions they receive.

6. Need to google something? Full-access computers are available in the Library Commons and the open access lab (library 4th floor). Simply log in with your lsuhsc user id and password. The other library computers provide access to LSUHSC resources (like email, Moodle and online journals) only.

7. Wireless access and laptop ports are available throughout campus. Wireless instructions – now with iPhone and iPad!

8. More questions? You can chat with us online, via email, on the phone or in person. Regardless of the method, we are here to help.

Dental Library closing for AC upgrade

Beginning Tuesday, August 16, the Dental Library will be closed for several months, to allow for work on the air conditioning system. Library staff can best be reached by email after the 15th.

As of Monday, August 22:
Elizabeth Strother estrot@lsuhsc.edu will be located in room 2111 (2nd floor Clinic Building) 504-941-8160
Julie Schiavo jschia@lsuhsc.edu will be located in room 2115 (2nd floor Clinic Building) 504-941-8162
Zerita Dupre zdupre@lsuhsc.edu will be located at the Isch?® Medical Library in the LSUHSC Resource Building. 504-568-6101

Although the library will be closed, we may be able to retrieve books for you to borrow. Please contact Liz or Julie if there is anything you need. We are still available to help with online searches, reference questions, accessing articles, etc.

The PayPaw printer and the coin-op/PayPaw photocopier will be moved to Room 5316 and will be available whenever the school is open. For assistance during regular business hours, contact Computer Services in Room 5312.

Thank you for your patience. We will do our best to accommodate your information needs during this time.

Yellow Fever Collection Highlighted

The Aristides Agramonte Yellow Fever Collection was featured on the blog of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine/South Central Region and in the LOUIS: Louisiana Library Network newsletter (p.5-6). Great press for an important collection!

Have a Question?

Need to know where Health Services is located? Or who to contact for computer support? Hopefully, we can help you find the answer

On top of being super helpful in the world of research (hint, hint) the Library website now provides a link to answer your most common campus-related questions.

Go the Library homepage and click on Q&A under Isch?® Library Information. In this printable PDF users will find a master-document listing our most frequently-asked questions with a concise answer.

Still canÔÇÖt find what you need? Give us a call and we will do our best to help point you in the right direction!

ACLS apps for iPhone

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) refers to a set of clinical interventions for the urgent treatment of cardiac arrest and other life threatening medical emergencies, as well as the knowledge and skills to deploy those interventions. Certification is a requirement for medical students as well as other health care providers like paramedics, nurses, respiratory therapists, clinical pharmacists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners.

A new review at imedicalapps.com looks at the ACLS Review App, a quiz app designed by a by Limmer Creative, a company founded by a paramedic and EMS veteran. Highlights:

The ACLS Review App by Limmer Creative offers high-quality quizzes based on the current AHA guidelines for the review of ACLS algorithms, representing a valuable resource for healthcare professionals ÔÇôincluding paramedics, medical students, physicians, and nursesÔÇô looking to master and/or acquire certification in ACLS.

Once certified, this app also represents a great refresher, but we also recommend users complement this app with iResus for assistance when practicing or executing ACLS algorithms.

iResus is an ACLS app developed by the European Resuscitation Council. A randomized controlled trial published in the journal Anesthaesia reported improved physician performance in patient simulations when using this app. The full iMedicalapps review of iResus is available here. iResus is described as a “must have” for quick access to resuscitation guidelines. Bottom line:

While definitely not a replacement for proper ACLS training and certification, we highly recommend downloading the app and familiarizing oneself with it for potential use in such situations.

It’s free, so why not download yourself and see?

ACLS iPhone Apps mentioned in this article
ACLS Review App from Limmer Creative – $3.99 on iTunes
iResus from Resuscitation Council (UK) – free on iTunes

Did you know…

Louisiana ranks 48th nationwide in breastfeeding rates? For shame, ladies. These things aren’t just for show, you know.

Breastfeeding reduces obesity in children and builds stronger immune systems. Sure, everyone knows how great breastfeeding is for babies but did you know a mother can burn 500 calories a day breastfeeding? What other time in your life can you lose weight while relaxing in a comfy chair.

During World Breastfeeding Week check out all the benefits of breastfeeding and what resources are available locally for all the hot mammas out there.