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W. Bruce Fye History of Medicine Library

The W. Bruce Fye History of Medicine Library is a specialized library housing important collections in the history of medicine and allied sciences. Several thousand volumes of rare medical classics (from 1479) and early journal literature (from 1665) comprise the core collection of primary literature on all aspects of medicine and allied fields. More recently published histories, biographies, facsimiles, and other support materials comprise the remainder of the collection of some 23,000 total volumes. Special strengths include anesthesiology, cardiology, dermatology, immunology, ophthalmology and neurology. The library also has a large collection of Mayo physician bound reprints.

Library Catalog
The W. Bruce Fye History of Medicine collection can be searched online at librarycatalog.mayo.edu

Borrowing Privileges
Older works are non-circulating and may be used by calling for an appointment (266-7425). Contemporary support materials (recently published historical accounts, biographies, etc.) are available for circulation. Borrowing privileges are extended to faculty, students and employees of Mayo Clinic.

Services

Tours by appointment only
Reference consultations
Image research for historical medical figures and subjects
Digital imaging by arrangement

Loan Policies

Classic monographs and journals: non-circulating
Selected contemporary monographs/journals: Two weeks, two renewals
Media: Two weeks, two renewals

Hours and Access

The W. Bruce Fye History of Medicine Library is located on the 15th floor of the Plummer Building.

Research access and tours are available Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm by appointment only. At least 24 hours notice is preferred.

Call or email for arrangements:

Emily Brown

brown.emily@mayo.edu

507-284-3676

Save the Date

Upcoming History of Medicine Society Lectures

Tuesday, July 1st

Bridging Cultures, Healing People: How A Japanese Naval Surgeon and Rural Minnesota Doctor Connected over Patient Care

Kazuki Sumiyama, M.D., Ph.D. and Jamie Newman, M.D., M.H.A.

Leighton Auditorium

Rochester, MN

Two physicians, of vastly different backgrounds met and found common ground in their approach to patient care. In 1906, Baron Takaki came to Rochester, and a year later, at 89 years old, Dr. William Worrall Mayo travelled to Japan. In this session, participants will gain insight into the relationship between these two physicians as well as Baron Takaki’s medical advances in treating Beri Beri disease.

In The Spotlight

W. Bruce Fye History of Medicine Library on the Web
General Info, Biographical Searches, Iconographic Indices, Organizations, & finding Out-of-Print books.
W. Bruce Fye History of Medicine Library Subject Guide
Links to online resources for those interested in researching the History of Medicine.

W. Bruce Fye Center for the History of Medicine
The official repository for archival materials relating to Mayo Clinic Rochester history. To search our archival holdings, please visit our online catalog (MAX)
Mayo Clinic Arizona Historical Unit
The Historical Unit and Archive is the official repository for the collection, preservation, and access to historically valuable materials documenting the culture and development of Mayo Clinic in Arizona.
Mayo Clinic Florida Historical Unit
The Historical Unit and Archives in Florida is the official repository for the collection, preservation, and access to historically valuable materials documenting the culture and development of Mayo Clinic in Florida.
Mayo Clinic History & Heritage
This public-facing website honors the history, heritage and culture of Mayo Clinic with useful information and multimedia content.

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