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Living donors

We perform many kidney transplants from living donors. A living donor is someone who elects to donate a kidney to another person, often a relative or close friend. Sometimes the recipient is unknown to the donor – this is known as a non-directed or altruistic donation.

​​Deep Brain Stimulation​ RMH Service

​​We provide deep brain stimulation surgery for people with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor and dystonia (refractory to medications).

Melbourne Centre for Clinical Trials launched News article

Yesterday the Melbourne Centre for Clinical Trials (MCCT) was officially launched at an event at Melbourne Connect.

Rapid drug test to provide patients with better care News article

Teams at two of Melbourne’s leading research and medical institutes are developing high-tech solutions to rapidly test for drugs and better treat patients presenting to hospital.

Seeking community feedback for our Community Engagement Strategy News article

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is creating a Community Engagement Strategy and we want to hear from you.

Our news & stories Foundation

Read our fundraising stories to find out more about the great work done by our community of supporters and the people who benefit from your support.

Ways to support us Foundation

There are many ways in which you can help the Royal Melbourne Hospital advance health for everyone, every day. 

Experts stumped as head and neck cancer cases surge among Australian women News article

Head and neck cancer cases among Australian women have increased significantly over the past 30 years, affecting even those who have never smoked or consumed alcohol heavily.

Mum of twins saved at the RMH News article

Alex Judd was rushed to the RMH's ICU just hours after giving birth to her twin daughters.

Teresa’s journey with the RMH’s Head and Neck cancer team News article

Unpack Teresa's journey at the RMH that led her to raise awareness for research and patient support in the RMH's Dry July campaign.

The RMH staff recognised in King’s Birthday Honours News article

Five current and former Royal Melbourne Hospital staff members have been recognised in the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours list for their outstanding contribution to medicine, research, nursing and great care.

Planned surgery waitlist audit

If you're on a waitlist for a planned surgery or procedure at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, we may contact you via SMS (text message) to confirm whether you want to remain on the waitlist.

Health Services Environmental Sustainability Competition launches on World Environment Day News article

Three of Parkville’s largest health services are collaborating with the University of Melbourne to improve the environmental sustainability of their healthcare delivery.

New MS study tackles invisible side of condition News article

Today is World MS Day. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disabling neurological condition which affects over 33,000 Australians. As the home of the largest Neuroimmunology Centre in Australia, our clinicians see how devastating the condition can be for patients and their loved ones, as people...

After a lifetime in the shadows, Dan can finally see the light News article

Dan suffers from a rare disease called erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP), which makes even a glimpse of sunlight through a window a painful experience. But a trial led by the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) is helping him step into the light and live free of fear.

New solar panels helping the RMH reduce costs and environmental impact News article

The Royal Melbourne Hospital will be saving on energy costs and reducing carbon dioxide emissions thanks to new solar panels installed at three of our sites.

Metro Tunnel works now complete around the RMH Parkville News article

Major construction is now complete on Parkville Station, which lies at the foot of the Royal Melbourne Hospital's Parkville site.

REIMAGINE-4 Research study

With REIMAGINE-4, we are comparing a potential new weight loss treatment called CagriSema to Tirzepatide (also known as Mounjaro®) in people with Type 2 Diabetes

Why support us Foundation

Our loyal and generous donors help to ensure the RMH is always there when it’s needed most.

A story of resilience and love: how Brianna beat all the odds News article

For mother Brianna her journey into motherhood was fraught with complications following a life altering stroke which changed everything.