New predictive models aim to reduce overcrowding in the ED News article
Predictive technology is being tested to see whether it could one day help reduce overcrowding and improve patient flow in hospital emergency departments.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/new-predictive-models-aim-to-reduce-overcrowding-in-the-edNew potential treatment for adult males with Tourette Syndrome Research study
A study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of new drug in male patients aged 18 to 50 with Tourette Syndrome (TS).
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/new-potential-treatment-for-adult-males-with-tourette-syndromeGeographic atrophy from age-related macular degeneration Research study
The Golden trial is a study of a potential new treatment referred to as ISIS 696844 to determine its safety and effectiveness in slowing the progression of geographic atrophy (GA) caused by age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/golden-trial-geographic-atrophy-from-age-related-macular-degenerationNew drug for basal cell carcinoma Research study
A study to assess the safety and efficacy of ASN-002 combined with a hedgehog pathway inhibitor (vismodegib) in the treatment of multiple low-risk basal cell carcinomas in sporadic or basal cell naevus syndrome patients.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/new-drug-for-basal-cell-carcinomaResearch integrity is a way of thinking and behaving that ensure that research undertaken is trustworthy.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/resources-to-support-clinical-research-at-the-rmh/online-research-integrity-education-and-resourcesCouple both diagnosed with leukaemia marry in special ceremony News article
Leukaemia patients Pat and Trish married last week.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/couple-both-diagnosed-with-leukaemia-marry-in-special-ceremonyPatient and consumer experience
We are committed to partnering with and empowering our patients and community so they can access the care they need, when they need it.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/community-partnerships/patient-consumer-experienceResearch integrity is a way of thinking and behaving that ensures that research undertaken is trustworthy.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/about-research/conducting-research-at-the-rmh/research-integrityNew drug for moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa Research study
A clinical trial to assess the safety and effectiveness of a new drug for hidradenitis suppurativa.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/new-drug-for-moderate-to-severe-hidradenitis-suppurativaOtolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery RMH Service
We specialise in the treatment of head and neck cancer and base of the skull surgery.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/otolaryngology-head-neck-surgeryDeferiprone as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease Research study
A clinical trial to investigate whether deferiprone delays dementia progression in the early stages of dementia.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/deferiprone-as-a-treatment-for-alzheimers-diseaseSpinal surgery performed using Victorian-first robotic machine News article
A new robotic scanner that significantly improves the accuracy of complex surgeries is being used at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) – the first at a public hospital in Australia.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/spinal-surgery-performed-using-victorian-first-robotic-machineProf Jo Douglass appointed head of Melbourne Medical School Department of Medicine News article
Professor Jo Douglass has been appointed as Head of the Department of Medicine in the Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmhs-professor-jo-douglass-appointed-as-head-of-the-department-of-medicine-in-the-melbourne-medical-schoolAt-home screening shown to help prevent serious illness from type 1 diabetes News article
In a world first, researchers from the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) have shown that a blood test for early diagnosis of type 1 diabetes can prevent serious illness and hospitalisation in children.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/world-first-suggests-at-home-screening-can-help-prevent-serious-illness-from-type-1-diabetesAnaesthesia and Pain Management courses
Our Anaesthesia and Pain Management department runs courses throughout the year for clinicians to upskill in airway and bronchoscopic training, and advanced life support training.
https://www.thermh.org.au/health-professionals/training-courses/anaesthesia-pain-management-coursesArtist’s paintings bringing calmness to the ICU News article
A Melbourne artist hopes her works bring a sense of calmness and tranquility to those who find themselves in the ICU waiting room of the Royal Melbourne Hospital.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/artists-paintings-bringing-calmness-to-the-icuThe RMH Cardiology is located at the RMH Parkville. Find out more about the RMH Cardiology contact and location details.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/cardiology/contact-cardiologyKBL697 for the treatment of ulcerative colitis Research study
Study investigated Lactobacillus gasseri in patients with mild to moderate active ulcerative colitis.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/kbl697-for-the-treatment-of-ulcerative-colitisNew add-on therapy to infliximab for ulcerative colitis Research study
A clinical trial to assess the effectiveness of a new add-on therapy (PF-06687234) to infliximab.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/new-add-on-therapy-to-infliximab-for-ulcerative-colitisMedia recap: Celebrating stories from the RMH in 2023 News article
Take a look back at our top media stories of 2023.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/media-recap-celebrating-stories-from-the-rmh-in-2023