As a public health service, our care is for everyone. We strive to create safe and supportive environments for all, respecting the rights, dignity and value of people of all ages, background and identities.
Our role as a public service
As a public health service, the Royal Melbourne Hospital is committed to upholding public service values, including those of:
- integrity
- transparency
- impartiality
We act in the interests of the public we serve, advocating for our communities and for better standards of health care for all.
We commit to acting honestly and in good faith, and avoid conflicts of interest.
We put people first
The RMH does not endorse commercial products or use our name and reputation to promote commercial endeavours.
We strive to earn and sustain public trust.
Our vision and purpose
Advancing health for everyone, every day
Our community promise
Always there when it matters most
Our priorities
Our priorities are the goals we've committed to achieving together.
Read about our priorities in our Strategic Plan.
We do things the Melbourne Way: we put people first, we lead with kindness, and we achieve excellence together. We are the Royal Melbourne Hospital.
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"We do things The Melbourne Way. We put people first, we Lead with Kindness, and we achieve Excellence together.
"We do this so we can fulfil our purpose of advancing health for everyone, every day, and we do it, to meet our promise to the community that we are always there when it matters most.
"People are at the heart of everything that we do. We take the time to understand how we can make the most positive difference for them. Our care and compassion sets us apart.
"We lead the way with a respectful, inclusive spirit, embracing the things that make us all unique.
"Through collaboration, we set the highest standards in pursuit of true excellence. We are Victoria's first public hospital. We are the Royal Melbourne Hospital."