The Walaeus Library is the medical library of the Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC). The library collection is freely accessible for reference and consultation.

The collection
The library collection comprises a large number of paper and online journals, books, reference works, and dissertations. In addition, various bibliographical databases are available online.

Orientation
Books and journals are displayed in an open room. All books can be borrowed from the library, except for loose-leaf works, reference and study books, and those with a yellow cover strip. Journals can generally not be borrowed but may be consulted in the library. The bound annual volumes of journals are arranged in alphabetical order. Recent journal issues can be found in separate bookcases and are divided into general and specialised sections. A growing number of journals can be consulted electronically via the website of the library: Full-text journals Walaeus Library

Facilities
For students of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, 85 study places are available. Six private study cabins are available for members of staff. The library also has a number of photocopy facilities and a computer room with 28 PCs, all with network access.

Catalogues
The collection is accessible through the general catalogue of the University Library, U-CAT. U-CAT offers various entry possibilities for literature searches, such as title, author, keyword and system codes, and can be consulted both within the library and on the Internet. Books are arranged by subject.

Borrowing
A library pass is free for staff members of the LUMC and Leiden University, and for students of the Leiden University. Others can obtain a pass for € 20,- per year. The borrowing period is three weeks. Extending this time is possible at the library counter, via the OPC or by telephone. Not responding to reminders will cost € 5,- per overdue book. A reservation can be made on books that are out on loan. If the requested literature is not available from the Walaeus Library, the library can order it for you. Service costs will be charged.

Information and documentation systems
The Walaeus Library offers a variety of databases, such as PubMed, Medline, Web of Science, the Cochrane Library and UpToDate, most of which can be consulted via the LUMC network. These databases primarily refer to journal articles.
The library offers a personal reference service. In addition, an online literature search can be performed on request. For both services an appointment needs to be made.

Education
The library regularly schedules database instruction sessions for both staff and students. Every first Thursday of the month, members of staff can join a guided tour in order to become familiar with the library.

Access
LUMC staff members may request access to the library outside the official opening times.

House rules

• No coats and bags allowed; use of cloakroom obligatory (lockers available)
• No food and drinks allowed (lockers available)
• Use of the library primarily for LUMC-staff and (bio)medical students
• No one shall reserve a working place in the Library by leaving library material or personal property on a reading table. Material and property left at a vacated working place may be removed by a Librarian
• Use of photocopiers restricted to copying library materials
• Silence required; do not disturb other visitors