Curious about the leaders of GHSLA? Look no further! For the next few weeks, we’ll be profiling each of our GHSLA Executive Committee members so you can learn more about the people behind the organization and their roles and responsibilities. Next up is John Nemeth, the Past President of GHSLA, here to tell us a little more about himself.

Name:
John Nemeth, MSLS

How long have you been a librarian?
35 years (I developed and taught a class on how to use Gopher protocol!)

What is your current position?
Clinical Informationist at Emory University’s Woodruff Health Sciences Center Library.  I attend morning report at three different Emory hospitals where I work with the Chief to develop a clinical question to be research and posted.  Similarly, I attend Surgery M&M for literature summaries for posting.  I also work very closely with Emory Healthcare nursing, supporting their practice, research initiatives, training, and orientations for the Nurse Residency Program. I am also a member of the WHSCL’s Systematic Review team.

What is your role at GHSLA, and what does that entail?
Immediate Past President (2025). I attend the monthly meetings and participate in program planning and goals for GHSLA. I’m available to help out when I can and have enjoyed my time on the committee.

What do you think is the best part of GHSLA?
I’ve been a member of GHSLA since joining Emory in late 2009.  One thing I appreciate about it is the opportunity to learn what others are doing.  It’s easy for us to get caught up in our circle, and it’s important to step and learn from someone or gain a new perspective.

What hobby is taking up all your free time right now?
I don’t know if I’d exactly call it a hobby, but travel! Now that we’re empty nesting we’ve been on the go more and more.  We’ve been to Alaska, Hawaii, Portugal, Spain, France, Germany, Belgium and Ireland. We have Bolivia, Australia, and Egypt on our list as well!