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Addressing the elephant in the room this R U OK Day News article

Today is R U OK Day, and today we’re addressing a very special elephant in the room.

Health Hub leading to improved patient health outcomes News article

A survey conducted earlier this year of Parkville precinct patients and carers found technology has improved their overall health.

Meg reunited with paramedics after 100 days at the RMH News article

Former patient Meg was reunited with the paramedics who helped save her life.

ANAVEX®2-73 for mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer’s disease Research study

 A clinical trial that aims to assess the safety and efficacy of a new drug (ANAVEX®2-73) for the treatment of early Alzheimer’s disease.

Sodium selenate for probable behavioural variant frontotemporal dementia Research study

A trial to test sodium selenate as a disease-modifying treatment for probable behavioural variant frontotemporal dementia (bvFTD).

About Emergency

We provide emergency care 24 hours, 7 days a week for adults requiring urgent medical attention and we are one of two adult major trauma services in Victoria.

Privacy and disclaimer

In accordance with Victorian legislation and Government policy, the Royal Melbourne Hospital protects the privacy of personal and health information it holds. This Privacy Statement explains how your personal information (being information capable of identifying you as an individual) will be...

New palliative care service at the RMH supports COVID-19 response News article

The statewide Palliative Care Advice Service (PCAS) at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) saw a significant increase in use by nearly 75 per cent throughout the month of January 2022. 

O-Lab interns bring facial prosthetics into the future News article

A team of O-Lab interns at the University of Melbourne has innovated the process for creating prosthetic ears at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH), saving prosthetists time, and improving patient experience.

The RMH researcher receives Cancer Council Grant News article

A study aiming to find the genetic link between familial bowel cancers, led by Inaugural Chair of Adult Clinical Genetics at the University of Melbourne and the Royal Melbourne Hospital Professor Ingrid Winship, is one of 13 research projects that will share in $3.8 million from Cancer Council...

Taking personal photos, videos and recordings

Family or friends sometimes take photos or videos of patients during their hospital stay. There are some important factors you need to consider before taking any photos or videos in hospital.

The Intensive Care Unit’s A/Prof Professor Adam Deane awarded $150,000 grant News article

A/Prof Adam Deane has been awarded $150,000 from the Ramaciotti Health Investment Grants 2020.

Clinical trial assessing the safety and effectiveness of a potential new treatment for plaque psoriasis Research study

This study aims to assess efficacy and safety of JNJ-77242113 compared to placebo and ustekinumab in people with moderate to severe Plaque Psoriasis.

Neuropsychiatry RMH Service

We diagnose and treat patients with symptoms and illnesses of the mind and brain, including complex neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders.

Casual work

The Royal Melbourne Hospital Nursing Workforce Unit provides the opportunity for registered nurses, enrolled nurses, health assistant in nursing and clerks to enjoy the flexibility of casual work.

RMH experts demonstrate benefits of virtual stroke care in groundbreaking research News article

An international team of stroke experts from Australia’s first Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU) have proven an innovative, virtual way of delivering care can provide outcomes that are just as good as in-person, saving time and lives. 

Parkville precinct staff roll up sleeves for COVID-19 jab News article

After what was an unforgettable year, opening the doors to the Parkville precinct COVID-19 vaccination hub was a day for the history books.

Visa pathways and eligibility

Information about visa options that allow you to live and work in Australia.

How a simple phone call helps support older persons with delirium News article

Developed by the RMH Residential in Reach team, the Post Discharge Delirium Pathway has made significant impact in reducing unplanned hospital readmissions for older patients with delirium.

What to include in your patient referral

If you want to refer a patient to us for care, make sure to include all required and requested information in your referral. This allows us to review and triage your request as efficiently as possible.