Planning and implementing a 3D printing service in a library may seem like a daunting task. Based upon the authors' experience as early adopters of 3D technology and running a successful 3D printing service at a large academic library, this guide provides the steps to follow when launching a service in any type of library. Detailed guidance and over 50 graphics provide readers with sage guidance and detailed instructions on: *planning a proposal *printer selection tips *preparing the location *addressing staff concerns for new service *developing service workflows and procedures *managing inevitable disasters *developing policies *conducting the "reference interview" for 3D printing *staff training tips *outreach activities This book brings into one place all the guidance you need for developing and implementing a 3D printing service in any library.

Drawn from the extensive database of Guide to Reference, this up-to-date resource provides an annotated list of print and electronic biomedical and health-related reference sources, including internet resources and digital image collections. Readers will find relevant research, clinical, and consumer health information resources in such areas as Medicine, Psychiatry, Bioethics, Consumer health and health care, Pharmacology and pharmaceutical sciences, Dentistry, Public health, Medical jurisprudence, International and global health. Guide to Reference entries are selected and annotated by an editorial team of top reference librarians and are used internationally as a go-to source for identifying information as well as training reference professionals. Library staff answering health queries as well as library users undertaking research on their own will find this an invaluable resource.