How the RMH navigated an aged care outbreak in the middle of Victoria’s second wave News article
During the COVID-19 second-wave, which faced Melbourne in July 2020, multiple aged care wards at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) faced an outbreak that affected both staff and patients.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/how-the-rmh-navigated-an-aged-care-outbreak-in-the-middle-of-victorias-second-waveOur RMH@Home service provides hospital-level care for patients in their home environment.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/ongoing-care/rmhhomePerampanel to control and prevent seizures in patients with brain tumours Research study
A randomised controlled trial assessing the safety and effectiveness of perampanel, an anti-epileptic drug, in people with brain tumours.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/perampanel-to-control-and-prevent-seizures-in-patients-with-brain-tumoursThe Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) began in 1848 in Melbourne as Victoria’s first public hospital. Today, we are one of the largest healthcare providers in Australia.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/about-the-rmhKidney Transplantation RMH Service
We provide elective, emergency and kidney transplantation surgery for our patients.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/kidney-care/kidney-care-services/kidney-transplantationWe work with many multinational pharmaceutical, biotechnology and device companies, as well as contract research organisations to provide information to regulatory bodies such as the Therapeutic Goods Administration and the Food and Drug Administration.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/about-research/research-collaborationsThe RMH’s Prof Finlay Macrae receives GESA Distinguished Researcher Prize News article
Head of Colorectal Medicine and Genetics at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH), Professor Finlay Macrae, has been awarded the 2021 Gastroenterological Society of Australia (GESA) Distinguished Researcher Prize.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmhs-prof-finlay-macrae-receives-gesa-distinguished-researcher-prizeEating Disorders Program RMH Service
Through our multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals, we offer a range of treatment and support options for people affected by an eating disorder.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/mental-health/mental-health-services/eating-disorders-programOral and Maxillofacial Surgery RMH Service
We provide treatment, care and support for people with complex facial injuries and disorders.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/oral-maxillofacial-surgeryPhysiotherapy and Exercise Physiology RMH Service
We work with patients to deliver the most suitable treatment for an injury or condition to gain as much movement and physical independence as possible.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/physiotherapy-exercise-physiologyLearn more about the origins of the Royal Melbourne Hospital and how it has evolved over more than 175 years.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/about-the-rmh/our-history-and-archivesLatent 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/learn-about-tb/latent-tuberculosisOur 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-ratiosAchieving your blood glucose target
We provide support for people with diabetes to achieve their desired blood glucose target with our insulin stabilisation program.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/diabetes-endocrinology/learn-about/achieving-your-blood-glucose-targetCan over-the-counter supplements reduce diabetes-related painful peripheral neuropathy? Research study
The Mito-PPND Study seeks to assess the safety and effectiveness of a combination of over-the-counter supplements for reducing painful peripheral neuropathy
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/can-over-the-counter-supplements-for-reducing-painful-peripheral-neuropathyThe 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-programThe RMH patient Kingsley O’Connor walks back into the ICU News article
Former patient Kingsley O'Connor made a surprise visit to the Royal Melbourne Hospital ICU to thank the staff who cared for him during his stay.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-patient-kingsley-oconnor-walks-back-into-the-icuPhase I study of two second generation COVID-19 variant vaccines News article
The Doherty Institute, a joint venture between The University of Melbourne and the Royal Melbourne Hospital, has been funded through the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) by the Medical Research Future Fund to conduct a unique Phase I study of two second generation COVID-19...
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/phase-i-study-of-two-second-generation-covid-19-variant-vaccinesKBL697 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-colitisThe RMH Kidney Care Service comprises dedicated, multidisciplinary teams.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/kidney-care/about-kidney-care/our-team