Shobha Sharma,
- Medical Library In-charge, Santokba Durlabhji Memorial Hospital (SDMH), Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Abstract
The role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in transforming medical libraries is increasingly significant as these libraries evolve to become intelligent, responsive hubs for knowledge dissemination. This paper explores the adoption of AI tools at Santokba Durlabhji Memorial Hospital (SDMH) Medical Library, focusing on the integration of Ovid Discovery AI, a cutting-edge tool designed to enhance literature search accuracy, summarize content, and provide context-aware recommendations. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study includes a survey of 75 respondents from key hospital groups (consultants, postgraduate students, and residents), a case study of SDMH’s AI adoption, and an analysis of global literature on AI in medical libraries. Key findings suggest that postgraduate students exhibit the highest levels of AI awareness (~85%), with consultants showing moderate familiarity (~72%), and residents/nurses demonstrating lower awareness (~60%). The use of Ovid Discovery AI has led to improved efficiency and accuracy in literature searches, providing personalized learning experiences and better evidence retrieval. However, challenges such as resistance to technological change, concerns about ethical implications, and the need for continuous training remain. In addition to the current successes, the future of AI in medical libraries is explored, emphasizing the integration of AI with clinical decision support systems, the use of predictive analytics for collection management, and the role of librarians as facilitators and ethical gatekeepers. The paper concludes with recommendations for improving AI adoption at SDMH, such as expanding training programs, establishing governance policies, and fostering international collaborations to ensure responsible and trajectory of AI in medical libraries, positioning them as critical components in the advancement of evidence-based medicine and patient care.
Keywords: Artificial intelligence, medical libraries, Ovid discovery AI, smart libraries, SDMH, AI literacy, ethics, evidence-based medicine
[This article belongs to Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences ]
Shobha Sharma. AI Adoption in Medical Libraries: A Study on SDMH’s Use of Ovid Discovery AI and Its Impact on Evidence-Based Medicine. Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences. 2026; 13(02):1-9.
Shobha Sharma. AI Adoption in Medical Libraries: A Study on SDMH’s Use of Ovid Discovery AI and Its Impact on Evidence-Based Medicine. Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences. 2026; 13(02):1-9. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/joals/article=2026/view=246828
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Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue | 02 |
| Received | 21/02/2026 |
| Accepted | 13/03/2026 |
| Published | 17/06/2026 |
| Publication Time | 116 Days |
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