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Molly Beestrum is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Information Studies, Dominican University, with over 19 years of experience in academic librarianship. She holds a robust affiliation with the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, where she serves as a liaison to the Departments of Medical Education and Obstetrics and Gynecology, providing library instruction, systematic review support, and critical appraisal guidance. Her career spans teaching, program coordination, and leadership roles, including a term as President of the Illinois Library Association (2018-2021).
- Education:
- M.A.L.S. in Library and Information Studies (2004), University of Wisconsin – Madison
- B.A. in English Literature and Classical Studies (1999), University of Washington, Seattle
Molly specializes in biomedical research support, with a focus on systematic review methodology, literature appraisal, and information literacy instruction. Her collaborative work with faculty and students has resulted in 24 publications since 2018, reflecting her expertise in evidence synthesis for clinical decision-making and healthcare policy.
Molly’s recent research outputs highlight her role in advancing evidence-based practices in obstetrics and gynecology, diabetes management, and health information technology. She has co-authored systematic reviews on opioid prescribing interventions, cognitive outcomes post-transplant, and insulin delivery methods, consistently applying her skills in data curation and critical analysis.
- Awards:
- 2020 ILA Academic Librarian of the Year
Molly mentors future librarians through her adjunct teaching and collaborates extensively with healthcare professionals, residents, and researchers. Her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and social justice protests of 2020 underscores her adaptability and commitment to equitable knowledge dissemination.
