Frederick L. Ehrman Medical Library

Ehrman Medical Library is the main library of the NYU Langone Medical Center. It is located in the lower level of the Medical School Science building; the entrance is next to the B elevator bank. Ehrman offers networked computers for use by faculty, students, and staff.

Main Reading Room

The main reading room consists of 55 computers: 15 Macs and 40 PCs. Each computer offers Microsoft Office 2007 (PC) or 2011 (Mac), Adobe CS5 (Photoshop, Acrobat, InDesign, Freehand, Bridge, and Dreamweaver), SPSS 19 (PC), a statistical program, and Biostat (PC). There are two black and white printers and one color printer for public use. 

Graphics Area

The graphics area is for all users who want to do high-end computer work such as making videos or transfering VHS to DVD. This area is equipped with two PCs and two Mac Pros, two flatbed scanners, DV/Mini DV digitalizer, VHS to DVD converter, Mini DV to DVD converter, video monitor viewer, and two DVD/VHS monitor viewers. Software includes Final Cut Pro, iLife 11, Adobe CS5, and Microsoft Office.

Current Periodical Room

The current periodicals room has additional carrels for students to study.

Quiet Study Space

The Quiet Study Space is located on the lower level of the library and is only available to Medical and Sackler students. When the library is open, it is accessible via the stairs to the right of the Circulation Desk. At other times, use the alternate entrance by taking the A stairs or elevator #24 to the cellar level and swiping your ID card.

Mezzanine Level

The mezzanine level is also equipped with eight PCs and 10 additional study carrels, with appropriate lighting for study.

Equipment

Users may borrow equipment for free, but they must have a valid NYULMC ID and be registered with the library. Please see the Borrowing and Circulation page for information about policies.