Library

The Library of the University of Medicine, Tirana (UMT) constitutes one of the main academic and scientific structures of the institution, with a central role in supporting the teaching process and research activity. It serves as a point of reference for students, academic staff, and researchers in the fields of medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, nursing, and other health care sciences.

Structured in an integrated manner, with elements of the classical library and assets of the digital library, the library offers broad access to contemporary information resources, respecting the highest international standards. Located near the main faculty buildings, it offers a modern and functional environment, equipped with specialized literature and electronic resources in the service of the academic and professional development of its users.

The Academic Library of the University of Medicine, Tirana offers a rich and diverse collection of textbooks, tailored to the academic and research needs of students and academic staff in all study programs:

Basic and advanced university textbooks in the fields of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, and medical technical sciences.
Reference collection including dictionaries, atlases, clinical manuals, encyclopedias, and specialized literature.
Scientific journals and periodicals, both national and international.
Theses and dissertations of UMT students in the Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate cycles.
Electronic resources, including digital books, scientific articles, and research papers.
Catalog organized according to international library science standards (Dewey, UDC).

Organization of the Library by Rooms:

Reading Room (Open Fund)
Computer / Electronic Access Room
Lending Room
Archives

The Academic Library maintains the traditional function of the classical library, paying special attention to the preservation, updating, and enrichment of the physical collection, as well as the promotion of academic reading culture within the university community.

University of Medicine, Tirana
Address: Rruga e Dibrës, near the University Hospital Center (QSUT), Tirana
Website: www.umed.edu.al
Electronic Library http://widgets.ebscohost.com/prod/customerspecific/ns283074/searchbox/ns283996_al.html

Mission of the Medical Library

The Medical Library of the University of Medicine, Tirana has as its mission to provide fast, accurate, and comprehensive access to the latest scientific resources and academic information in the field of medicine, aiming to support quality education, scientific research, and clinical practice.

The mission focuses on:

Ensuring equal access to reliable and up-to-date information for students, lecturers, and researchers;
Providing trainings for the efficient use of bibliographic tools and scientific literature management software;
Encouraging partnerships and collaborations with libraries and other academic institutions within and outside the country;
Positioning itself as one of the most advanced university libraries in the region, through integration into international academic information networks and provision of access to modern and specialized resources.

Strategic Objectives of the Library

The Library of the University of Medicine, Tirana aims sustainable development and continuous improvement of services through the following strategic objectives:

- Digitization of the existing fund and creation of an open archive.
- Expanding access to international resources of high scientific value.
- Continuous training for staff and users.
- Modernization of technological infrastructure.
- Promotion of Open Access and increase of domestic academic publications.

Electronic Library
The Electronic Library of the University of Medicine, offers access to literature and databases of international standards. As a complementary structure to the physical library, this library is adapted to the contemporary needs of students, researchers, and academic staff.

Main services and features:

Access to major scientific databases such as: HINARI, COBISS, U-Library etj.
Opportunities for advanced bibliographic search.
Bibliographic assistance and guidance for academic and scientific research.
Appropriate spaces for individual study and use of modern technology.
Secure and personalized access through the university’s internal network or by user credential identification (where applicable).

The Electronic Library aims to create a flexible, open, and up-to-date information environment, offering users the necessary tools for high-quality and efficient scientific research.

National Collaborations

The Library of the University of Medicine, Tirana is active within national cooperation networks, ensuring expanded access to scientific literature for students, residents, physicians, and academic staff. Through these partnerships, users can consult thousands of indexed articles, high-impact journals, and up-to-date literature from reliable sources.

Collaboration with:

The Albanian Academic Library Network (IZUM), under the Albanian Academy of Sciences.
Libraries of public universities across the country.
National Library of Albania.

International Collaborations

The UMT Library is an active member of international networks and initiatives aimed at academic information exchange and the continuous improvement of library services.

International platforms and projects:

COBISS.al
The library holds full membership in this platform, as a result of the cooperation between the University of Medicine, Tirana and the Albanian Academy of Sciences. The platform provides access to scientific literature, journals, and specialized publications in the field of medicine, essential for professionals and researchers in developing countries.
Access materials via: www.cobiss.al
HINARI (Health InterNetwork Access to Research Initiative)
A World Health Organization program that provides free access to scientific literature and technology for research institutions in developing countries.
UpToDate
An advanced clinical information platform used by healthcare professionals for updated guidance on medical diagnosis and treatment.
Membership in the European Association for Health Information and Libraries (EAHIL).
The UMT Library is a member of this European association for health information and medical libraries.
Joint projects with European universities
Aimed at developing library infrastructure and digitizing archives.
Regional initiatives
To exchange experiences with medical libraries in Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Montenegro.

The UMT Library remains committed to building strategic partnerships that foster knowledge exchange, professional development, and the enhancement of service quality.

The Library of the University of Medicine, Tirana offers specialized services to support the educational process and scientific research at all levels of study.

The main services include:

Literature consultation and borrowing.
Bibliographic research and reference assistance.
Access and support for the use of online databases.