News from the Libraries

Dr. Seema Ahuja Exhibits at Briscoe Library

August 16, 2019

Through personal hardships, Dr. Seema Ahuja has found a sense of renewal through art, gardening and cooking. As a self-taught artist, she has explored many of the themes of her life and the challenges faced as a cancer patient. She brings a unique perspective to the healing process as both a physician and patient. Her […]


Thanks for Your Participation! Pets of UT Health

August 16, 2019

Thank you to everyone who participated in Briscoe Library’s interactive photo exhibit – Pets of UT Health. We had over 55 of your pets on display last month! Our top contributors were from the Long School of Medicine with 18 entries, followed by the Library with 17 entries. The School of Health Professions had 7 […]


New Changes Coming to PubMed in 2020

August 16, 2019

NCBI has been experimenting over the past few years for ways to improve the overall search quality and user experience for PubMed users. The new PubMed will be incorporating a new, modern interface, updated features including advanced search, clipboard, options for sharing results, and a new “cite” button that provides easy access to citation information in […]


E-Resource of the Month: Study Materials

August 16, 2019

Looking for study materials? The library has many resources to help start the school year off right. AccessMedicine – Study Tools AccessSurgery – Study Tools AnatomyTV– Quizzes and Activities Board Vitals (via STAT!Ref)


Featured New Books/E-books for August 2019

August 16, 2019

For a list of the newest titles at the Briscoe Library click here. Purchase suggestions? Complete the online Purchase Suggestion Form or contact Andrea N. Schorr, Head of Resource Management.  


News from the Libraries July 2019

July 12, 2019

The July issue of News from the Libraries is now available. For links to individual articles, see the table of contents below. Thirsty? Library Water Bottle Filling Stations Coming Soon! Briscoe Library Welcomes Jeff Lacy Stewards of the P.I. Nixon Library Pets of UT Health Mobile Standing Desks Come to the Library E-Resource of the Month […]


Thirsty? Library Water Bottle Filling Stations Coming Soon!

July 12, 2019

Briscoe Library users will soon have cold filtered water just steps away. New water bottle filling stations will be installed on floors 2, 3, 4, and 5 in the location of current water fountains. Installation is tentatively planned for the end of summer. Stay tuned!


Briscoe Library Welcomes Jeff Lacy

July 12, 2019

Jeff Lacy joined Briscoe Library on July 1 as the Library Liaison to the School of Dentistry & the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.  He will work to support faculty and students by integrating library resources in the curriculum, research, and clinical practice.  Jeff has over eighteen years of experience as an academic librarian.  He […]


Stewards of the P.I. Nixon Library

July 12, 2019

“Tucked away on the fifth floor of the Briscoe Library is a room with large windows on its double doors. This allows one to see several objects, including a rhinestone-studded skeleton, sepia portrait of a distinguished gentleman and an entire wall of books. Here, you will meet Andrea Schorr, head of resource management, as well […]


Pets of UT Health

July 12, 2019

Walk into Briscoe Library and you’ll be greeted by a photo collection of furry faces to brighten your day. These happy animals belong to the students, staff, and faculty of UT Health San Antonio. The library’s newest interactive exhibit Pets of UT Health features photos of dogs, cats, and even a baby goat, that the […]