About the Resources

• The Ruth Lilly Medical Library special collections emphasizes the practice of medicine in 19th century Indiana and other Midwestern states.
• The collections contains approximately 1,600 book titles.  Most of the titles are post-1800.
• The strength of the collection is in the serials. Approximately 400 titles are pre-1900, 210 being American imprints and 76 Midwestern American  imprints.
• The collection seeks to support the study of 19th century everyday medicine and surgery.
• Other resources include representative medical instruments and a file Index to Indiana medical obituaries.
• The historical collection of medical books and journals is a state resource.
• Educational outreach programs publicize it throughout the state.

History of Medicine Resources

Services

• Medical historical reference services available to all. Please submit your reference question using the request form.
• Consultation available for non-profit Indiana groups concerning medical books, instruments. etc.
• Speaker and presentations available by arrangement. 
• Questions? Information and Donations: 

Nancy L. Eckerman, M.L.S. 
Special Collections Librarian 
Phone: 317-274-2076    Fax: 317-278-2349 
E-Mail: billings@iupui.edu

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Special Hours may be scheduled  

Location & Address

Special Collections & History of Medicine 
Ruth Lilly Medical Library 
Indiana University School of Medicine 
975 West Walnut Street IB 307 
Indianapolis Indiana 46202-5121