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After I have a citation, what do I do next?

Always check the UAMS Library Catalog to see if the UAMS Library owns or has access to the journal or book.

Why?

In order to determine which service (ILL or Document Delivery) is needed, and any associated fees. Also, the information given in OVID's "Locally Held" field is not linked to the UAMS Library Catalog, and is therefore not always current.

How?

To access the Library Catalog, first go to the UAMS Library homepage (http://www.library.uams.edu). Choose UAMS Library Catalog, then Search the Catalog, and the appropriate field to search:

• Books can be searched by author or title; book records will provide:
  • Editions
  • Checkout status
  • Call Number

   

• Journals should be searched by complete journal title (not article title or article author); journal records will provide:
  • Years available via Library
  • Latest issue received
  • List of individual volumes/issues and checkout status for print version
  • "Hotlink" and username/password (when necessary) if the title is available online
    NOTE: Many online subscriptions are "IP address" governed, meaning the journal web sites must be accessed through the links in the UAMS Library Catalog from a UAMS or ACH computer in order for the subscription (and accessibility) to be recognized. VA computers may have limited access to electronic journals due to identification problems. If you have trouble accessing electronic journals, please call the Information Desk at 686-6734 for assistance.

What if the item I want is checked out, held in offsite storage, or is otherwise missing?

The Circulation Department can help. You may contact them:

• By phone: 686-5980
• By e-mail: librarycirculation@uams.edu

Where can I get further instruction on the databases available or on the UAMS Library Catalog?

Information Access Services can provide further assistance. You may contact them:

• By phone: 686-6734
• By e-mail: libraryinformationservices@uams.edu

How can I learn more about ILLiad?

Contact the Interlibrary Loan Department:

• By phone: 686-6742
• By e-mail: libraryinterlibraryloan@uams.edu

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Belinda Rocco

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