The RMH launches new service supporting ‘silver trauma’ patients News article
In an Australian-first, the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) has launched a new service to support older trauma patients.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-launches-new-service-supporting-silver-trauma-patientsNew surgical pathways helping patients return home sooner News article
Patients undergoing planned surgery will be able to return home sooner thanks to the support of our 'hospital in the home' service.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/new-surgical-pathways-helping-patients-return-home-soonerWhen you come to hospital, bring your medication with you, including non-prescription or complementary therapy medicines.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-need-to-bring/your-medicationOur organisation, the ethics committee and investigators must ensure that the research continues to conform to approved ethical standards, and in accordance with the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) Research Policy throughout its lifecycle.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/post-approval-project-managementHeart failure is a condition where the heart doesn’t pump blood to the rest of your body the way it should. This means your organs and muscles don’t get enough oxygen to function properly.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/cardiology/learn-about/heart-failureSocial workers are the largest allied health workforce in public mental health, employed in a range of roles at all levels of the organisation.
https://www.thermh.org.au/health-professionals/careers/allied-health-at-the-rmh/mental-health-allied-health-careers/careers-in-mental-health-social-workOPT-302 with ranibizumab for neovascular age-related macular degeneration Research study
The ShORe trial aims to determine if the investigational medication OPT-302 will improve vision for people with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) when given in combination with ranibizumab, compared to ranibizumab alone.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/shore-opt-302-with-ranibizumab-in-neovascular-age-related-macular-degenerationThe 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.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/about-clinical-trials/our-clinical-trials-centreSection 4: If your project is a clinical trial investigating a drug or device
Complete section 4 only if your project is a clinical trial investigating a drug and/or device.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/ethics/submit-an-ethics-application-for-review/section-4-if-your-project-is-a-clinical-trial-investigating-a-drug-or-deviceStroke patient thankful for MSU News article
It was Geoff’s young grandson who first noticed that something wasn’t quite right with his grandfather. After his family called triple zero (000), the Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU) was dispatched. (Photo: Herald Sun)
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/stroke-patient-thankful-for-care-on-msuCognitive Dementia and Memory Service RMH Service
We provide diagnosis and support to people experiencing changes in their thinking, behaviour or memory.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/aged-care/cognitive-dementia-memory-serviceDonanemab in early symptomatic Alzheimer’s disease Research study
A study to determine the safety and efficacy of a drug called donanemab in treating or delaying the progression of Alzheimer’s dementia.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/donanemab-in-early-symptomatic-alzheimers-diseaseThe RMH Chief Executive tours Parkville Station alongside Government and precinct partners News article
The RMH’s Chief Executive Prof Shelley Dolan, joined the Premier, Minister for Health, and Minister for Public Transport to tour the new Parkville Station and celebrate the early opening of the Parkville Station pedestrian underpass.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-chief-executive-tours-parkville-station-alongside-government-and-precinct-partnersNemolizumab for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis Research study
A clinical trial to assess safety and effectiveness of a new drug for eczema called nemolizumab.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/nemolizumab-for-the-treatment-of-moderate-to-severe-atopic-dermatitisOur Health Hub patient portal is a secure mobile and web application that allows you to see and manage information about your care at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and other Parkville health services.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/your-medical-records/health-hub-portalWe offer a continuous glucose monitoring service for our patients.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/diabetes-endocrinology/learn-about/continuous-glucose-monitoringThe Home Dialysis service is based at the RMH Royal Park and supports both peritoneal dialysis and home haemodialysis.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/kidney-care/learn-about/home-dialysisCombination treatment for locally advanced or metastatic ER-positive breast cancer Research study
A phase II, multicentre, randomised study to compare the efficacy of venetoclax plus fulvestrant as a combination treatment for locally advanced or metastatic ER-positive breast cancer.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/combination-treatment-for-locally-advanced-or-metastatic-er-positive-breast-cancerAddressing the elephant in the room this R U OK Day News article
Today is R U OK Day, and today we’re addressing a very special elephant in the room.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/addressing-the-elephant-in-the-room-this-r-u-ok-dayHealth Hub leading to improved patient health outcomes News article
A survey conducted earlier this year of Parkville precinct patients and carers found technology has improved their overall health.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/health-hub-leading-to-improved-patient-health-outcomes