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How ICU works

We have a dedicated team of specialist doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff, available 24 hours a day.

If you’re worried, we’re worried

If you are worried about any change, talk to your nurse or doctor. If you are still concerned then we have a simple process to assist.

Ligelizumab for chronic spontaneous urticaria Research study

A clinical trial to assess a new drug called ligelizumab for the treatment of chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU).

Ultrasound

Ultrasound is an imaging test that uses high frequency sound waves to produce detailed pictures of the inside of your body.

Consent to treatment

You have the right to determine what is done to your body.

Problems with grief and loss

Grief and loss are part of life. It's important to realise that grieving is a normal process and that you may need some help while going through this period.

New 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.

Research Endeavours

The Office for Research manages all aspects of internal and external funding administration for research purposes.

Breakthroughs and milestones

Learn more about the breakthroughs and innovations first achieved at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. 

OPT-302 with ranibizumab for neovascular age-related macular degeneration Research study

The ShORe trial aims to determine if the investigational medication OPT-302 will improve vision for people with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) when given in combination with ranibizumab, compared to ranibizumab alone.

Palliative care research awarded $100,000 grant News article

New research to enhance the timeliness and responsiveness of care for palliative care patients has been awarded a $100,000 grant by the Avant Foundation.

Addiction Medicine RMH Service

We provide support to inpatients of the RMH with drug and alcohol conditions.

Study to understand risk of Alzheimer’s disease in middle-aged adults Research study

An Australian-first online study of psychological, lifestyle and genetic factors that increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

General Nephrology RMH Service

We provide comprehensive treatment, care and support for people with acute and chronic kidney (renal) disease.

Our wards at the RMH Parkville

Each ward at the RMH Parkville specialises in treating, caring for and supporting patients with particular conditions.

Supporting older patients in the RMH Emergency Department News article

Since 2023, the Emergency Department Geriatrician (EDGE) service has supported 1,884 patients with a median age of 85.

Living donors

We perform many kidney transplants from living donors. A living donor is someone who elects to donate a kidney to another person, often a relative or close friend. Sometimes the recipient is unknown to the donor – this is known as a non-directed or altruistic donation.

Our team

Our mental health workforce includes people in a range of disciplines such as psychiatry, nursing, occupational therapy, clinical psychology, lived experience and social work.

New 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.

Enrolled Nurse Transition to Mental Health Nurse Program

We offer a transition program for experienced or novice enrolled nurses to take the next step in their career and train as specialised mental health nurses.