Scoping the systematic review landscape: Service level fluctuations at health sciences libraries

Objectives: In 2020, our library paused our still-in-demand, full level systematic review service due to limited bandwidth. There was a perception that providing 1-hour consultations meant we were falling behind our peer institutions. Upon reflection, we did not have an accurate idea of what other institutions offered. This paper will summarize survey data from AAHSL Full Member libraries in the United States to analyze fluctuations in service level due to resource availability. Libraries can use this information to gauge where they stand in comparison to the overall service landscape.

Methods: The authors will distribute a survey to AAHSL Full Member library leaders in the United States to gain insight about systematic review service levels and fluctuations in service provision from 2020. The survey will include questions that gauge current level of service provision ranging from; basic resource support (libguide, software), education, consultations, to full participation, including authorship and fees. Fluctuation in service questions will consider factors such as; departmental and institutional reorganizations, librarian attrition, lack of knowledge, and budget cuts. The survey will be reviewed by the Institutional Review Board.

Results: Results will be included later.

Conclusions: Conclusions will be included later.