New To Walter Reed NMMC: Home

Why do we need Medical Librarians?

• Provide better care;
• Make better decisions;
• Avoid adverse events;
• Save costs / save TIME.

Read more about it here!

Welcome to Walter Reed! The Darnall Medical Library is here for you!

• Bookmark the library page. We're happy to perform searches and assist with article retrieval.
• Sign up for a Remote Access (EZproxy) Account.
• Check our Mobile Resources page for other apps that may be useful for your specialty.
• When searching, start with our special PubMed LibraryLink. You'll see a purple "Locate@Darnall" button with each citation. Clicking on that button will take you to
  • The article, if we have it; OR
  • A page where you can request the article via interlibrary loan (works best in Internet Explorer).
• Look at your specialty portal, specifically recommended books and journals. (Don't try to download an entire book, they'll cut off our access.)
• Want to become a library night owl? Request 24/7 access.
• Other questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page or Ask the Library.

• TRICARE Appointment Line: 855-227-6331
• Walter Reed NMMC Main Phone: 301-295-4611
• TRICARE Health Services (Includes phone numbers)

Researching a medical condition?
Click on the button below!

• Need Help? Ask the Library
• Urgent Patient Care Query: Email the Library
• Looking for a Book or Article? Email the Library Technicians
• Literature Search / HIPAA Sensitive Question? Email the Librarians
• Call the Darnall Medical Library, Circulation Desk: 295-1184
• Concerns? Compliments? Email the Library Director.

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