The latest - and earliest - medical texts, research and opinions
One of the finest postgraduate medical libraries in Europe
The Library is one of the largest postgraduate biomedical lending libraries in Europe. Our collection exceeds half a million volumes, dates back to the 15th century, and also includes portraits, photographs and manuscripts.
Every year up to 1,000 new books are added to the collection and we subscribe to over 1,300 journals [PDF 100k], including titles from around the world and covering all aspects of biomedical science. Over 90% of our titles are on open access. We also provide members with remote access to over 2,000 electronic journals [PDF] including the Lancet.
Membership will give you access to a full range of Library services. The Library offers modern study spaces, and private study carrels, with laptop connections throughout.
Dawsonera eBooks
The new Dawsonera ebooks platform is now available. Please go to the link on the L-H menu on this page and take a look.
Last Chance to See...
Restoration for Research: Conservation at the RSM Library. An Exhibition. Ends on Saturday 27th April. Free entry. (Next exhibition: Cholera, Chloroform, and Disease Maps. An exhibition to mark the bicentenary of John Snow. (7 May—27 July 2013)
Introduction to Literature Searching
The next date for the "Introduction to Literature Searching" workshop is: Wednesday 12th June. Check out our web pages for further details including how to book a place. Future dates for this and other workshops will be posted shortly.
E-journal Provider
The current e-journal collection is hosted by EBSCO. This site will list the titles you have access to both remotely and onsite.
Thieme ejournals trial starting on April 1st until the end of May 2013 - this has been delayed and the trial period will eventually be extended
Opening Hours
| Monday - Thursday | 9am - 9pm (extended for a trial period to 31/7/2013) |
| Friday | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 4:30pm |
| Monday - Thursday | 7pm - 11pm |
| Friday | 5:30pm - 11pm |
| Saturday | 4:30pm - 11pm |
| Sunday | 10am - 11pm |
| Monday 25 March - Wednesday 27 March | 9am - 9pm |
| Thursday 28 March | 9am - 5:30pm |
| Friday 29 March - Monday 1 April | Closed |
The IT Study Centre will be available during the Easter weekend period. The Library will re-open as normal on Tuesday 2 April.
History of the RSM
21 May 1912 saw the opening by King George V and Queen Mary of the Royal Society of Medicine’s new house at No.1 Wimpole Street.
Contact us
Contact the Library on +44 (0) 20 7290 2940 / 2941, or email us at library @ rsm.ac.uk
Library Membership
Non-RSM Members can access the collection through a range of Library membership categories.
Become a Friend of the RSM Library
Your chance to support the preservation of our unique collection of medical books, photographs and portraits for just £33.33 a year
More evaluated medical resources
- Have a look at some other resources we find useful.
