Site search

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.

A/Prof Daniel Steinfort receives highest accolade in his field News article

Congratulations to Associate Professor Dan Steinfort being awarded the gold medal in clinical techniques, imaging and endoscopy from the European Respiratory Society (ERS) awards.

Medicinal cannabis helps chronic pain patients live a better life News article

There are many ways to manage pain, such as medication and rehabilitation - but for some patients, dealing with the side effects of their condition, including anxiety, PTSD and a lack of concentration, can be just as hard.

Preventing blood clots

If you are in hospital for a longer stay, your risk of getting a blood clot in your leg or your lung is much higher than usual.

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.

Skills Training for Anaesthetic Residents (STAR)

The Skills Training for Anaesthetic Residents (STAR) course is a full‑day training program for junior anaesthetic trainees and residents who are entering the anaesthetic training program.

Latent tuberculosis

Latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) is an asymptomatic condition that may progress to active tuberculosis (TB), sometimes decades after exposure.

Acute Medical Unit RMH Service

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

WVE-003 in patients with Huntington’s disease Research study

A multicentre, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 1b/2a study of WVE-003 in patients with Huntington’s disease.

Your hospital stay

Staying in hospital can be a stressful time for you and your family. Knowing as much as possible about what to expect can make you feel more comfortable.

The RMH takes home a win at Victorian Public Healthcare Awards News article

Congratulations to Colorectal Liaison Nurse at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH), Tracey and the entire team for taking home a win at the Victorian Public Healthcare Awards on Thursday 18 November.

Filgotinib for moderately to severely active Crohn’s disease Research study

This trial aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Filgotinib in the induction and maintenance of remission in people with moderately to severely active Crohn’s disease.

Geographic disparities in uptake of care and treatment for hepatitis B across Australia News article

Despite the effectiveness of hepatitis B care and treatment in reducing the risk of liver disease and cancer, significant gaps remain in access and Australia is not meeting National Strategy targets for coverage.

Atumelnant in adult participants with classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Research study

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of a potential new treatment for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) called atumelnant and compare it to placebo treatment.

New study confirms clinical tests can identify risk of thunderstorm asthma News article

The Thunderstorm Asthma in Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis (TAISAR) study confirms clinical tests can identify the risk of thunderstorm asthma in individuals who suffer from hay fever. 

New blood test to detect bowel cancer Research study

Seeking adults diagnosed with bowel cancer who will be having surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy in the next 30 days for a study to assess the effectiveness of a new blood test to detect bowel cancer.

Former consumer turned employee gives back through music News article

A multi-instrumentalist and former consumer Arnaud LeBon has been using his talents to heal some of the RMH’s most vulnerable patients.

Colorectal Surgery RMH Service

We perform surgical procedures to manage a wide range of colorectal disorders.

Mum thanks hospital collaboration after surviving cancer and a heart attack News article

Lara Scott is thanking the healthcare teams, and her children, who saved her life.

The RMH inductees added to Victorian Honour Roll of Women News article

Two stalwarts of the Royal Melbourne Hospital have been inducted into the Victorian Honour Roll of Women.