PROFESSIONAL LIBRARY SERVICES IN FEDERAL NEUROPSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL, YABA, LAGOS

Abstract

This paper is a review of professional library services in Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Yaba. The paper noted that the important role of Medical Librarians in facilitate access to the medical literature for health professionals and students. Data from the library statistics show there is increase in patronage from 4040 library visits in 2011 to 6395 in 2015. Students use the library most. Hospital staff and researchers also use the library. Information services performed in library include current awareness services, Strategic dissemination of information. It was recommended that availability and utilization of ICT or e- library in library should be a priority. Adequate funding, infrastructures development and provision of uninterrupted electricity for conducive learning environment were highly recommended.