Category: Highlighted Resource

Welcome 2026 Residents & Clinical Fellows! 

As Lane Library’s liaison to the Department of Graduate Medical Education and a member of Lane Medical Library’s Research and Instruction team, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to Stanford. Lane is a world-class library with an extensive collection of journals, databases, and textbooks. Access our resources and services through our library website.… Read more Welcome 2026 Residents & Clinical Fellows! 

Covidence in the Age of AI: Why Human-Guided Evidence Synthesis Still Matters

AI tools for evidence synthesis are EVERYWHERE right now. Platforms like Elicit, ASReview, and many others are rapidly changing how researchers conduct all types of literature reviews and evidence synthesis. Many of these tools look impressive and are enticing for busy researchers. However, amid AI adoption and acceleration, Covidence continues to stand out for a… Read more Covidence in the Age of AI: Why Human-Guided Evidence Synthesis Still Matters

Resource of the Month: AccessAPN

In celebration of National Nurses Week and this year’s theme, “The Power of Nurses,” we recognize how access to trusted knowledge empowers nurses across settings and specialties. To support their work, Lane Medical Library offers access to AccessAPN, an on-demand medical and learning resource from McGraw-Hill, developed in partnership with Sigma Theta Tau International Honor… Read more Resource of the Month: AccessAPN

AMED: Allied and Complementary Medicine Database 

Hidden Gem and the “fly in the ointment.” Finding current, high-quality information about Integrative medicine is difficult. Integrative medicine attempts to meld conventional and non-conventional approaches to health. Of course, what is considered conventional or not may depend on you!  Integrative medicine is a broad field that includes everything from herbal treatments and massage to… Read more AMED: Allied and Complementary Medicine Database 

New Read & Publish Agreement with Elsevier ScienceDirect

Lane Medical Library recently entered a Read & Publish Agreement with Elsevier ScienceDirect to support open access publishing for current Stanford Medicine authors. Under the terms of this unique agreement, 100% of the article processing charge (APC)  cost is covered for current Stanford Medicine corresponding authors. How It Works Eligibility: Current Stanford Medicine corresponding authors… Read more New Read & Publish Agreement with Elsevier ScienceDirect

Share Your Data with Dryad

Do you have questions about how and where to share your data to be in compliance with NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy? This policy expects that researchers will “maximize appropriate data sharing.” The Dryad Digital Repository may be a good solution for openly sharing your datasets. Dryad is a curated resource that makes research… Read more Share Your Data with Dryad

Need CME Credits? Earn them with UpToDate

UpToDate is a go-to resource for healthcare professionals looking for evidence-based clinical information. But did you know it can also help you earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits? UpToDate offers a way to stay current in your field and fulfill your CME requirements simultaneously. Why Earn CME with UpToDate? Evidence-based content: UpToDate synthesizes the latest… Read more Need CME Credits? Earn them with UpToDate

Empower Your Patients with Healthwise

At Stanford Medicine, we understand the importance of equipping our patients with the knowledge they need to actively participate in their care. But with limited time and resources, providing comprehensive education can be a challenge. That’s where Healthwise comes in – a powerful tool that can significantly enhance your patient education efforts. Healthwise is a… Read more Empower Your Patients with Healthwise

Lexidrug: Your Comprehensive Guide to Drug Information

Navigating the complex world of medications can be a daunting task for healthcare professionals and researchers alike. Fortunately, Lexidrug offers a comprehensive and reliable resource for accessing accurate, up-to-date drug information. This database is accessible through Lane Library’s website, mobile app, or electronic health record. Lexidrug is designed to be a one-stop shop for anyone… Read more Lexidrug: Your Comprehensive Guide to Drug Information

ChronosHub: A New Database to Explore Open Access Options

In celebration of Open Access Week, we’re introducing ChronosHub—a powerful, researcher-focused database that helps you choose where and how to publish open access, comply with funder mandates, and avoid unexpected article processing charges (APCs). ChronosHub brings together journal policies, licensing options, costs, and Stanford institutional agreements in one place so you can make informed, time-saving… Read more ChronosHub: A New Database to Explore Open Access Options