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Private patients

Patients with private health insurance have the choice to be treated as either a public patient (if they have a Medicare card) or private patient. Private patients have their treatment costs (excluding discharge medication) covered by their health fund.

Stroke Clinic RMH Service

We review people with stroke and cerebrovascular disease, including ischaemic stroke, intracerebral haemorrhage, cerebral venous sinus thrombosis and vasculopathies including arterial dissection, Moya Moya disease and CADASIL.

Swabs required for research to develop point-of-care testing for infectious diseases Research study

ZiP Diagnostics requires human samples for research into developing point-of-care (PoC) diagnostic tests for a range of infectious diseases.

Disability Liaison Officers

Our Disability Liaison Officers support people with disability, their families and carers access the support, care and treatment they need.

Excellence in Nursing Awards to celebrate International Nurses Day News article

The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) held its annual Excellence in Nursing Awards and Scholarships as part of celebrations for 2024 International Nurses Day.

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.

Office for Research fees

The Office for Research oversees all aspects of research at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH), with the major component of work arising from the operation of the HREC and the governance of research projects undertaken at or by the RMH.

The RMH implants world-first prostate cancer device with hopes of preserving sexual function News article

Urological surgeon Mr Phil Dundee is part of a world-first trial for prostate cancer patients.

Kidney transplant program

In Australia, kidney transplants were pioneered by the Royal Melbourne Hospital in the 1960s. Today, we continue our groundbreaking work.

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.

Infectious Diseases RMH Service

We provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services to patients with infectious diseases.

New blood test to diagnose and monitor autoimmune blistering skin conditions Research study

A prospective study on serum antibodies against target antigens of bullous autoimmune diseases and genetic susceptibility.

18 months, three generations and one amazing journey News article

Last week during DonateLife Week, the RMH played host to a very special live kidney donation story.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan

We developed our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Action Plan and conduct Workforce Equity and Inclusion Audits as part of our commitment to provide a great place to work for people of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities

The Melbourne Biomedical Precinct

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is based in the heart of the leading Melbourne Biomedical Precinct.

Kath wins ACRA award News article

The Royal Melbourne Hospital’s Kath Kelly has received an award from Australian Cardiovascular Health and Rehabilitation Association. 

SAD-AF: World-first trial looks at SSRIs and depression in atrial fibrillation News article

Dr Youlin Koh

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Preventing COVID-19 infection

We understand the importance of maintaining a safe environment for both our patients and staff. We regularly review and adjust our COVID-19 policies to ensure the ongoing safety and wellbeing of everyone at our facilities.

Our Clinical Trials Centre

The Clinical Trials Centre (CTC) is a dedicated purpose-built space for conducting clinical trials. All clinical trial visits at the Royal Melbourne Hospital take place in this space.