Galter Health Sciences Library would like to extend a warm welcome to all returning and new students who have just joined us at Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine! Get to know a little bit more about us and how we can best support you.
Library Hours
- Monday to Friday: 8am — 8pm*
- Saturday: 10am — 6pm*
- Sunday: 12pm — 8pm*
*The above hours refer to the entire library space. Outside of these hours, the library has an extended-hour study space located on the first floor which is open 24/7 to Feinberg Medical Students and Feinberg affiliates who should already have access to the space using their Northwestern University issued Northwestern Medicine badge or Wildcard. If you encounter issues with badge access, please fill out this form so that we can assist you.
Adjustments made for holiday hours will be posted on Galter’s hours & location page.
Access Journals & Books from Anywhere
- Wireless Network: You can access the wireless network from all locations in the library. Use eduroam - Northwestern's Wireless Network to set up your connection.
- Multi-factor Authentication: Library users accessing electronic resources will sign in using the Northwestern Online Passport and will then be prompted to use Multi-factor Authentication (MFA).
- You can access full-text journals, books, databases, and Galter Library resources from any location using Northwestern University VPN (preferred) or the Galter Library Proxy Server.
- LibKey Nomad: We are excited to offer access to the LibKey Nomad browser extension that simplifies and streamlines access to library subscription resources. Adding the extension to your browser enables one-click access to full text articles from publisher pages, PubMed, Google Scholar, Wikipedia, and more. Once installed a button will appear in the bottom corner of compatible webpages indicating what level of access is available to you. Learn more about LibKey Nomad and how to install the browser extension at Getting Started with LibKey Nomad Browser Extension.
Reference & Support Services
- Liaison Librarians:
- Galter library’s liaison librarian service pairs librarians with departments, centers, institutes, and programs throughout the Feinberg School of Medicine. Connect with your Liaison Librarian for specialized reference questions or literature search support.
- Classes:
- Galter offers monthly classes to support your research and information needs. See what classes are being offered each month and register on Galter’s Class Homepage.
- GalterGuides:
- GalterGuides serve as your one-stop portal for library instructional content and expert-recommended subject resources.
- Specialized Support
- Library Services FAQs
Library Space & Equipment
Conference Rooms:
Conference Rooms are located on the second floor. Each room has a whiteboard and a monitor equipped with Solstice wireless display technology. When they are not being used for instruction, Galter’s conference rooms can be reserved for group study by filling out this form. You can also check with the front desk to inquire about availability.
Computers:
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First Floor Public Computers: By signing in with your NetID and password, you can use the computer workstations through the first-floor study spaces of the library. Galter also provides several research specific computers equipped with software packages dedicated to handling statistical and bioinformatics workflows.
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Second Floor Computer Classroom: When it is not being used for instruction, the second floor computer classroom (room 2-201) is available for student use during open hours.
Collections Locations & Reserves:
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Print resources can be found in the Eckenhoff reading room on the first floor of the library, Dollie’s Corner on the second floor of the library, or can be requested from our off-site storage facility. Galter’s Collection Location & Call Number Index
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Course Reserves are located at the circulation desk on the first floor of the library. Instructors place required and/or recommended materials on Course Reserve that can be checked out for a shortened loan period
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Use our Interlibrary Loan services to obtain books, articles, and audiovisual materials that are not available in Galter Library.
Equipment for Loan:
Galter Library has a variety of equipment to support your learning. Most equipment is designed for use in the library and is limited to a 3-hour check-out period. Items with longer circulation times are noted below. Limited quantities of equipment are available, and all equipment is first come, first served. Inquire at the Circulation desk to check out any of our available models and equipment
Contact Us
Our library staff members are available to assist you. Call, email, live chat, or just stop by! Note that our email and live chat services are intended for use by Feinberg School of Medicine students, faculty and staff.
- Email us at ghsl-ref@northwestern.edu; questions are usually answered by the next business day.
- Call us at 312-503-8126 during our hours of operation.
- Chat with us Monday – Friday from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Questions submitted after hours will be answered the following business day.
Updated: July 26, 2024