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Patient 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.

Then and Now: Online photographic exhibition

Be transported back in time and see some of our most-treasured historical photos placed side-by-side with modern-day versions, and read about how we've transformed over the years.

PRAX-944 as a potential treatment for essential tremor Research study

A clinical trial evaluating the efficacy, safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of PRAX-944 in adults with essential tremor.

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.

Breaking down barriers to palliative care News article

More patients across Victoria with sarcoma, lung and colon cancer, including in regional areas, will have the opportunity to access high quality palliative care at an earlier stage under the VCCC Alliance’s Victorian government-funded Care Plus Extend program.

Gastroenterology and Hepatology RMH Service

We provide treatment, care and support for people with conditions of the digestive system and liver.

Deferiprone 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.

Our Clinical Trials Centre

The 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.

Prof 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.

A hard act to swallow – how Greg bounced back from a stroke of misfortune News article

Greg suffered a major stroke in late 2022, something he understatedly describes as an ‘interesting experience’.

10 Years on: how blood transfusions in the air have transformed trauma care News article

In 2011 the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) and Air Ambulance Victoria (AAV) worked together to establish the first service to allow helicopters to carry blood products on board.

At-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.

Privacy in medical research

Australian legislation at the federal and state and territory levels provides some protection of privacy of personal information.

Artist’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.

Patient whiteboards

Patient bedside whiteboards are located near each bed. They are used by patients, families and our staff to ask and share information during a patient's hospital stay.

Neuropsychologist receives Post-Doctoral Fellowship to advance MS research News article

Dr Charles Malpas aims to address the gap in knowledge on the variants of cognitive impairment among Multiple Sclerosis (MS) patients with a substantial MS Research Australia grant.

Learn about

Imaging plays an important role in diagnosing and investigating possible health problems. Imaging techniques such as ultrasound, CT scans and MRI can show structures inside the body in great detail.

Learn about

Diabetes is a serious condition which can affect the whole body. It requires daily self-care.

Cardiothoracic Unit celebrates 40 years at the RMH News article

Happy (kind-of!) 40th anniversary to the Cardiothoracic Unit!

Donanemab 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.