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James Beaney: an eccentric surgeon from our past

James Beaney was a surgeon at the Melbourne Hospital from 1860 to 1891. His every step invited controversy and divided public opinion.

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.

Problems with thinking

At times we may have problems with our thinking. Our thoughts can feel jumbled, too fast or too slow. Or we might find ourselves thinking about unusual things.

Urology RMH Service

We care for people with urological conditions such as cancers, stone disease and continence problems.

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.

Glucose control with next generation insulin pump system in adults with diabetes Research study

A clinical trial to improve glucose control with a next generation insulin pump system in adults with diabetes and advanced kidney disease

Severity of MS linked to distance from the equator News article

A large international study has found that the severity of multiple sclerosis (MS) can vary depending on latitude, with those living furthest from the equator worse affected by the disease.

Professor Bruce Campbell awarded the prestigious Woodward Medal in Science and Technology News article

Professor Bruce Campbell, Head of stroke and Interim Head of Neurology at the Royal Melbourne Hospital has been awarded the Woodward Medal in Science and Technology from the University of Melbourne.

Spesolimab for the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa Research study

A study to measure how safe and effective spesolimab (the study drug) is in treating participants with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS).

Sponsor Office

The Office for Research Sponsor Office acts in the capacity of study sponsor on behalf of Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) for regulatory and legal purposes.

Progress and final reports

Reporting to the Research Office is a condition of ongoing ethics approval.

TB services for healthcare professionals

The Victorian Tuberculosis Program team is an educational resource available for consultation with health professionals about TB and contact management.

Community Care Unit RMH Service

We provide 24-hour recovery-focused rehabilitation in a community residential setting to people with complex mental health needs.

Current vacancies

Find your new career at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH).

The RMH launches its first Community Engagement Strategy News article

Patients, consumers, carers, community members and staff came together to launch the first Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) Community Engagement Strategy today.

The RMH researcher receives NHMRC grant for aged care infection prevention initiative News article

Congratulations to the RMH and the University of Melbourne Researcher Dr Jo Tropea, who has received a $990,731.50 NHMRC grant to establish national communities of practice for infection prevention leads in aged care.

Nutrition to improve surgical outcomes

Eating habits can have a great impact on patients' recovery after surgery. Watch some key information about nutrition before and after surgery, and its importance in contributing to the best patient outcomes. 

Highlighting porphyria this Rare Diseases Day News article

Today we’re celebrating the work that our amazing multidisciplinary teams do in testing, diagnosing and treating rare diseases. Just like the amazing work scientists like Yoke (pictured) do in our path lab to diagnose porphyria.

BI 456906 for non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and liver fibrosis Research study

A study to test whether different doses of BI 456906 are effective in people with a liver disease called non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and liver fibrosis.

Virtual Hospital RMH Service

The Virtual Hospital Pilot uses digital technology such as video, phone and remote monitoring devices to deliver hospital-level specialist care to patients in their homes or in their local and regional hospitals.