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The rapid integration of digital information technology has revolutionized the role of medical libraries from transforming them repositories for print-based collections to active portals for accessing the ever-expanding world of electronic information. This paper examines the use, purpose, frequency, satisfaction level and barriers to digital open access electronic resources in a medical institute library. A Survey method was employed to collect user data focusing on information use and perceptions of library services. It was found that e-books and e-journals were the most frequently used resources, underscoring growing dependence on digital platforms for academic learning and research. Users reported daily visits related to learning, updating subject knowledge, assignment preparation and career development. Satisfaction with library services was notably high, with the majority indicating that the library met their academic and professional needs. However, challenges such as slow internet service, lack of training in using electronic resources, limited availability of full-text journals, and outdated infrastructure, were identified as impediments to optimal resources use. Overall, the study concludes that although medical libraries remain indispensable for knowledge transfer and information-seeking, strategic interventions in infrastructure, user education, and resource availability are crucial in enhancing their performance in the medical education and scholarly communication.