Specialist Outreach Clinics RMH Service
We run specialist outreach clinics in rural, regional and urban primary care centres to enable provision of tertiary services for refugees and other patients in the community.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/victorian-infectious-diseases-service/vids-services/refugee-health/specialist-outreach-clinicsThe Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology Department has an active clinical research program.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/physiotherapy-exercise-physiology/physiotherapy-researchNew investment takes Hepatitis B research one step closer to finding a cure News article
A team of scientists have been awarded $1.7 million over the next five years, to advance world-first research into a cure for hepatitis B virus infection thanks to a grant from the mRNA Victoria Activation Program.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/new-investment-takes-hepatitis-b-research-one-step-closer-to-finding-a-cureNeuropsychologist 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.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-neuropsychologist-receives-165000-post-doctoral-fellowship-to-advance-ms-researchCardiothoracic Unit celebrates 40 years at the RMH News article
Happy (kind-of!) 40th anniversary to the Cardiothoracic Unit!
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/cardiothoracic-unit-celebrates-40-years-at-the-rmhThe Prevent Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma in Youth (PARTY) program is an injury-prevention program that aims to teach 16 to 25 year olds the risks, choices and consequences of risk-taking behaviour.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/major-trauma/about-trauma-service/party-programBimekizumab for the treatment of moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa Research study
In this study, we tested whether bimekizumab helps people with a skin disease called hidradenitis suppurativa.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/bimekizumab-for-the-treatment-of-moderate-to-severe-hidradenitis-suppurativaWe provide several specialised services, including immune deficiency diagnosis and allergy challenge testing.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/immunology-allergy/specialised-servicesA clinical trial is a scientific study of a new medication or device that involves human volunteers. Clinical trials are a test of the effectiveness of the new treatment and how safe it is. Clinical trials are also used to find new uses for existing medicines.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/about-clinical-trialsJames 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.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/about-the-rmh/our-history-and-archives/james-beaney-an-eccentric-surgeon-from-our-pastThe RMH Neurology Fellow wins Stephen Davis Award News article
The RMH Neurology Fellow Dr Izanne Roos has been awarded The Stephen Davis Award for Outstanding Fellow of the Year.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-neurology-fellow-wins-stephen-davis-awardWe partner with the University of Melbourne to undertake clinical teaching and research in mental health.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/mental-health/our-researchThis step of the job application pack explains how to use your cover letter to introduce yourself to the recruitment manager and indicate why you’re a strong match for the role.
https://www.thermh.org.au/health-professionals/careers/current-vacancies/first-nations-careers/job-application-pack/write-your-cover-letterBenralizumab for the treatment of bullous pemphigoid Research study
A research project to measure how safe and effective benralizumab is in treating participants with bullous pemphigoid (BP).
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/benralizumab-for-the-treatment-of-bullous-pemphigoidThe STARLIGHT Study Research study
This trial is testing a study drug to see if it can safely reduce the harmful effects of alcohol on the liver.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/the-starlight-studyOur nurse-to-patient ratios define the minimum number of nurses expected on a ward. These ratios help make sure our patients are provided with the best nursing care possible.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/performance/nurse-to-patient-ratiosNarcolepsy is a rare neurological disorder where the part of the brain that controls falling asleep functions abnormally.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/respiratory-medicine-sleep-disorders/learn-about/sleep-studies-and-disorders/narcolepsyAllergic diseases are common and are increasing in prevalence. We diagnose and manage the following allergic diseases.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/immunology-allergy/allergic-diseasesNeural mechanisms of ketamine antidepressant treatment Research study
The NeuroKet study aims to understand how ketamine works as an antidepressant medication. To find out, we are looking at brain activity using Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/neural-mechanisms-of-ketamine-antidepressant-treatmentManaging latent tuberculosis in general practice and community settings
Latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) is an asymptomatic condition that may progress to active tuberculosis (TB), sometimes decades after exposure.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/victorian-tuberculosis-program/about-vtp/managing-ltbi-in-general-practice-community-settings