Digital library on Pain and Analgesia: Structure and Impact on Professional Competencies

Authors

  • Borislav R. Yoshinov University Hospital “St Ivan Rilsky”, Clinic of Neurology, Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Radoslav R. Yoshinov University of Library Studies and Information Technologies, Sofia, Bulgaria
  • Ivet B. Koleva Medical University of Sofia, Sofia, Bulgaria

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55630/dipp.2025.15.26

Keywords:

Pain, Neuropathic Pain, Nociceptive Pain, Drug Analgesia, Physical Analgesia, Digital Library

Abstract

This article presents the structure of a digital library on pain and analgesia. Authors discuss the necessity of its creation, the steps of its introduction in the educational process of the medical staff, and the impact of its application on the professional competencies of members of the pain team.

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Published

2025-09-05

How to Cite

R. Yoshinov, B., R. Yoshinov, R., & B. Koleva, I. (2025). Digital library on Pain and Analgesia: Structure and Impact on Professional Competencies. Digital Presentation and Preservation of Cultural and Scientific Heritage, 15, 279–290. https://doi.org/10.55630/dipp.2025.15.26

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