Library Profiles & Subject Teams

Sunny Chung is a Health Sciences Librarian and the liaison to the School of Nursing. 

Education:

Master of Library Science, Queens College, City University of New York

Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Geography, SUNY Oneonta

Experience: 

• Health Sciences Librarian, Stony Brook University, Health Sciences Library, 2022-Present
• NYIT School of Osteopathic Medicine 2021-2022
• Stony Brook University, Health Sciences Library Internship, 2019-2021
• East Rockaway Public Library, Access Services, 2019-2022
•  Milne Library at SUNY Oneonta, Access Services, 2014-2018
• Research Assistant at SUNY Oneonta, 2017-2018

Selected Publications 

• Chung, S., Koos, J., (2024) Evaluating Large Language Models’ Accuracy and Reliability in Addressing Consumer Health Queries. Journal of Consumer Health on the Internet, https://doi.org/10.1080/15398285.2024.2418777 

• O’ Shaughnessy, J., Chiu, J., Shim, T., Liao, Y., Yang, J.,  Chung, S., Koos, J., Marcus, S.,(2024) Incidence and Risk Factors for Toxic Shock Syndrome after Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: A Systematic Review. Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery,  https://doi.org/10.1002/ohn.1010 

• Presentations:

• Chung, S., Kretz, C.,  (2024, May 9) The Human Library: Promoting Diversity & Dialogue in Your Library [Conference Session] Long Island Library Conference. In-person, Melville Marriott, Melville, New York. 

• Scheinfeld, L., Chung, S., (2024, May 1) Citation on Demand Tools  [Research Forum] Association of College & Research Libraries, Education and Behavioral Sciences Section., Virtual. (68 Attendees) 

• Koos, J., Chung, S. SUNY Library Research Showcase - Research Services at the Stony Brook University Health Sciences Library, April 10, 2024, Virtual.

• Chung, S., Reed, C.M., (2024, April 5). Exploring Filipino Nurses’ Experiences in the United States: Cultivating Connections through Interdepartmental Dialogue and Engagement. [Conference Session] Chinese American Librarians Association Northeast Chapter Meeting, In-person, Bobst Library, NYU, Manhattan, New York.

• Reed, C.M., Chung, S., (2024, March 14) AI in the Classroom: Leveraging Opportunities, Managing Risks. [Conference Session] STEM Librarians & Information Professionals Mini-Conference at Barnard College, In-person. Manhattan, NY.

• Chung, S., Scheinfeld, L., (2023, June 2-5)  The challenge of accurately formatted references; Does Medline get it right? [Conference Session - Lightning Talk] Canadian Health Sciences Library Association Annual Meeting, In-person. Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

• Chung, S., Scheinfeld, L., Koos, J., Saragossi, J. (2023, June 2-5)  Putting a Sustainable Systematic Review Service into Action  [Paper Presentation] Canadian Health Sciences Library Association Annual Meeting, In-person. Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

• Chung, S., Scheinfeld, L., Koos, J., Saragossi, J. (2023, May 16-19)  Looking Back and Forging Ahead with a New Systematic Review Service [Conference Session] Medical Library Association/Special Libraries Association Annual Meeting, Hybrid, Detroit, Michigan. 

• Chung, S., Cotter, C., Li, C., Yuen, E. Yao, H. (23, April 7) ChatGPT and the Future of Library Services Roundtable Discussion [Conference Session] Chinese American Librarians Association Northeast Chapter Meeting, In-person, Flushing, New York.

• Chung, S., Ledbetter, L. Experience MLA: Systematic Review Series - Avoid Systematic Review Pitfalls: Tips for Success, February 20, 2023, Virtual. (112 Attendees) 

• Scheinfeld, L., Chung, S., (2022, November 1) Citation on Demand Tools: Are They Helpful or Hurtful? [Conference session] Medical Library Association Liberty Chapter Annual Meeting., New Brunswick, New Jersey. 




• Ashour, A., Koos, J., Chung, S., Chadwick, K. (2024). GRBAS Scale Reporting & Statistical Methods: A Systematic Review. The Laryngoscope, (in progress)

• Scheinfeld.L.,Chung, S., (2024). Medline citation tool accuracy: An analysis in two platforms. Journal of the Medical Library Association,  https://doi.org/10.5195/jmla.2024.1718

• Al Janabi, T., & Chung, S. (2022). Current Impact and Long-Term Influence of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Iraqi Healthcare Systems: A Case Study. Epidemiologia, 3(4), 412–433. https://doi.org/10.3390/epidemiologia3040032

• Al Janabi, T., Petrillo, G., Chung, S., & Pino, M. (2022). Predictors of Vaccine Uptake among Migrants in the United States: A Rapid Systematic Review. Epidemiologia, 3(4), 465-481. https://www.mdpi.com/2673-3986/3/4/35 

•  Chung, S. Public Housing in Hong Kong as Shown in Hong Kong Newspapers, 1965-1997: Student Research in Support of Dr. Hendley’s Research Project, SUNY Research Conference, April 2018, Oneonta, New York

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Professional Associations:

Medical Library Association (MLA) - Member, 2024-2025 Rising Star

Medical & Scientific Libraries of Long  Island (MEDLI)- Vice President/President-Elect 2022-2024

Asian/Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) -Member 

SUNY Library Association (SUNYLA) -Member

Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA) - Board of Directors, 2024-2027, Northeast Chapter Program Chair 2023-2025

Nassau County Library Association (NCLA) - Member of Health Services Committee