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About Library
Visitors to this house of learning are palpably impressed with the vast collection of books and journals. There are 14,515 books on different medical subjects and 13,894 bound volumes of journals. Over 127 foreign journals, 48 Indian medical Journals grace the shelves in addition to it 30 online journals. It is clean, quiet, spacious and yet jam-packed. Central air conditioning keeps it comfortable the year around. With its internet and photocopy services, the library is one of the most happening places in Dayanand Medical College and Hospital. Not only is the atmosphere most congenial for study, the easy availability of the required books and journals keeps everyone satisfied. An annual budget of over Rs. 45 lacs takes care of the needs. Visitors are palpably impressed with the vast collection of books and journals on various specialties. Perfectly catalogued books, gracing the racks themselves speak of the well organized structure. Besides this, for leisure reading, the library subscribes to a large number of newspapers and magazines.
HOW IT GREW
1964 – A single room
1977-One floor in old college campus.
2000-An area of 6930 sq. ft. in the basement of Hero DMCH Heart Institute Building.
MEDICAL OFFICERS INCHARGE
Dr. G. Avasthi (1976-1995)
Dr. S.C Ahuja (1995-1998)
Dr. Rajoo Singh Chhina (1999-2004)
Dr. SC. Chopra (2004- To date)
The pride of the library is its reference section, which is equipped with 450 latest books on all medical subjects. A separate dissertation section having 831 thesis is a distinct feature of this library, benefiting post graduate students not only of DMCH, but also from the other medical institutions of the region, according to Librarian Mr. P.C. Sharma. There is literally a pin-drop silence and gentle footsteps creeping in and out are the only sounds audible.
The library has a sitting capacity of 240 readers and remains open from 8 am to 11:30 pm (Mon- Sat) & 8.00 am to 10 pm (Sunday/Holiday). Yet the students wanting more space, more books and extended hours is a question of Yeh Dil Maangey More! The library is being computerized using TLSS library software in Library, Wi-Fi Internet facility (DSL) services are provided for the faculty. |
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