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Meg reunited with paramedics after 100 days at the RMH

02 October 2024

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

Parkville Precinct comes together to empower patients with disabilities

24 September 2024

Congratulations to our Disability Liaison Officers (DLOs) across the Parkville Precinct who have received a nomination in this year’s Victorian Public Healthcare Awards.

Patient or consumer story Allied health

RMH patient Brad and Disability Liaison Officer Jenni Medland

The RMH researcher receives NHMRC grant for aged care infection prevention initiative

19 September 2024

Congratulations to the RMH and the University of Melbourne Researcher Dr Jo Tropea, who has received a $990,731.50 NHMRC grant to establish national communities of practice for infection prevention leads in aged care.

Research story Hospital news

New centre to target inflammatory diseases and personalised care

19 September 2024

The RMH, WEHI and the Colonial Foundation have partnered on a new centre for investigating inflammatory diseases.

Research story Hospital news

CFDC group photo of André Carstens, Shelley Dolan and Ken Smith

Joint venture partners The Doherty Institute celebrates 10 years

04 September 2024

Festivities for the Doherty’s 10-year anniversary are in full-swing this week, with a special event kicking off celebrations at Parliament House.

Hospital news

Our hospital renovation works continue

03 September 2024

If you’re heading to the RMH Parkville this week, things may look a little different while we renovate our site. Our improvement works have closed certain areas, which may change the path you need to take to get to your floor or ward.

Hospital news Redevelopment & infrastructure

Parkville Precinct staff receive $6m in NHMRC funding

02 September 2024

Congratulations to the RMH and the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre's Professor Karin Thursky and Professor Monica Slavin, who have been awarded National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Grants totalling $6m to advance care and treatment for patients.

Research story

Prof Geoff Linderman awarded 2024 Buchanan Medal

28 August 2024

Professor Geoff Lindeman and Professor Jane Visvader have been recognised on a global stage.

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Prof Geoff Linderman and Prof Jane Visvader

Emergency Department renovations

15 August 2024

During August, the sitting area in our Emergency Department (ED) waiting room will undergo renovations.

Hospital news Emergency Redevelopment & infrastructure

RMH research and tips for better sleep

09 August 2024

What helps you get a good night’s sleep?