📚 Dr. Baylie Damtie Library – CMHS, Bahir Dar University

Named in honor of the former president of Bahir Dar University, Dr. Baylie Damtie, the Dr. Baylie Damtie Library at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences (CMHS) is a central academic and research facility dedicated to advancing health sciences education and scholarship. The library is purposefully designed to support the information needs of students, faculty, researchers, and clinical professionals across the college’s five academic directorates.

Key Services and Resources:

  • Access to Print and Electronic Collections
    The library houses a rich and expanding collection of textbooks, reference materials, scholarly journals, theses, and dissertations in medicine, public health, pharmacy, medical laboratory sciences, nursing, and midwifery.
  • Online Resources and Databases
    Users benefit from access to a wide range of digital resources through the university’s digital library.
  • Library Automation and Digital Access
    The library is equipped with a modern Library Management System (LMS), allowing users to search the catalog, borrow, and renew books with ease. Remote access to electronic resources is also available through the university’s e-library portal.
  • Study and Research Spaces
    The library provides a conducive environment for academic engagement, featuring individual reading areas, collaborative study spaces, and computer workstations to support research and learning.
  • Information Literacy and User Support
    Orientation sessions and training workshops are regularly conducted to help users improve their information search skills, use reference management tools, and navigate electronic databases effectively.
  • Professional and Friendly Staff
    Dedicated librarians and support personnel are available to guide users in locating information, conducting research, and accessing digital and print resources.

Contact:

For more information and assistance, visit the library or contact:

Getachew Sitotaw, Director for Library Services, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, BDU

📞 +251 21600203

Email: getachewrbf@gmail.com