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Breakthroughs and milestones

Learn more about the breakthroughs and innovations first achieved at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. 

What a shame! Dealing with myths and stigma News article

We talk about mental illness more now but stereotypes and discrimination still happen. Hear about how it happens, how to deal with it, and how to stay true to yourself.

History of the RMH Parkville

Learn more about the history of the Royal Melbourne Hospital at its inner city Melbourne and Grattan Street sites.

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.

The RMH Elizabeth St

The RMH Elizabeth St delivers state-of-the-art dialysis in the John Perrett Kidney Centre, as well as specialised services such as Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology, Neuropsychiatry and Metabolic Diseases.

Prof Geoff Linderman awarded 2024 Buchanan Medal News article

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

Parasomnias

Parasomnias are sleep disorders of arousal from sleep. The most common parasomnias include sleep talking, sleep walking and night terrors.

Modifying your home

We can help you work out how to modify your home so you can get around more easily.

Meet Kelly, the RMH’s 2021 Dry July Ambassador News article

Kelly O'Sullivan was no stranger to head and neck cancer. Her stepfather battled with the disease, but her diagnosis, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, still came as a shock.

Possible new drug for Crohn’s disease Research study

We aimed to determine the safety and effectiveness of a new study medication, guselkumab, for people with Crohn's disease

Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy is a rare neurological disorder where the part of the brain that controls falling asleep functions abnormally.

I need cultural support

When you are admitted to the hospital, you should let us know if you have any specific cultural requirements.

Caring for people with dementia

In some circumstances, a patient’s behaviour may become challenging or difficult due to the symptoms of their condition.

Parkville Precinct staff receive $6m in NHMRC funding News article

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.

I have allergies

You should inform staff of any allergies you may have to antibiotics, medications or types of food as soon as possible, before you are admitted to hospital.

Medication supply service

The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) kidney transplant patients can have their transplant medications posted to them, or dispensed in advance for pick-up from our pharmacy.

Genomic Medicine RMH Service

We provide multidisciplinary clinical services for both cancer-related and non-cancer–related genetic conditions.

Acute Medical Unit RMH Service

We provide short-term treatment, care and support for people in their first 24 to 48 hours in hospital.

Study to reduce heart risks in people on dialysis with diabetes or heart disease Research study

This is a dose-finding and cardiovascular outcomes study of the study treatment in adults with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) undergoing dialysis 

Possible treatment for Parkinson’s disease Research study

Cerevel Therapeutics has begun a study of an experimental drug called CVL-751 as a possible treatment for people with Parkinson’s disease.