Our wait times dashboard indicates the estimated time non-emergency or non-urgent patients may need to wait to see a doctor at our Emergency Department.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/emergency/emergency-wait-timesWhat will the hospital room be like?
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/your-roomRadiology RMH Service
We provide a full range of diagnostic and interventional services for inpatients, outpatients and emergency referrals, using state-of-the-art equipment.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/medical-imaging/imaging-services/radiologyFrom time to time, amendments to research projects are required often due to protocol changes, updated investigator brochures, personnel changes on the study, site additions, and more. Researchers and sponsors must notify the HREC of such changes.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/post-approval-project-management/amendmentsCOVID-19 and long COVID RMH Service
While we don't have a specific COVID-19 or long COVID Specialist Clinic (Outpatient service), we do accept long COVID patients to our other clinics based on symptoms and presenting complaints.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/covid-19-and-long-covidManaging 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-settingsRemote monitoring device trial underway at the RMH News article
A new contactless device that can detect and record patients’ vital signs is being trialled in the Acute Care of Elderly (ACE) ward at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH).
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/remote-monitoring-device-trial-underway-at-the-rmhResearch team nominated in awards for solving decades-old Buruli mystery News article
The ‘Beating Buruli in Victoria’ research project team has been named a finalist in the 2024 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards for their incredible work in solving a mystery that baffled researchers for decades.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/research-team-nominated-in-awards-for-solving-decades-old-buruli-mysteryGrowing brain cells for a Parkinson’s cure News article
Today is World Parkinson's Day. The Royal Melbourne Hospital is passionate about advancing research and care for all movement disorders.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/growing-brain-cells-for-a-parkinsons-cureNeuroradiologist A/Prof Frank Gaillard recognised with international fellowship News article
The Royal Melbourne Hospital neuroradiologist Associate Professor Frank Gaillard has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-neuroradiologist-associate-professor-frank-gaillard-recognised-with-international-fellowshipThe RMH Emergency patient airlifted to hospital after smart watch notified authorities News article
Patient Em Stoneham was airlifted to the Royal Melbourne Hospital Emergency Department following a horrific car accident that led to multiple internal injuries.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-emergency-patient-airlifted-to-hospital-after-smart-watch-notified-authoritiesBrownless Medal honours for RMH staff News article
Two Royal Melbourne Hospital clinical leaders were awarded the University of Melbourne’s prestigious Brownless Medal over the weekend.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/brownless-medal-honours-for-rmh-staffPublic transport around the RMH Elizabeth St
The RMH Elizabeth St is the closest site to Melbourne CBD and is well served by public transport. There are several transport options for you when coming to this location.
https://www.thermh.org.au/locations/rmh-elizabeth-st/public-transport-around-the-rmh-elizabeth-stHREC meeting dates and deadlines
The Office for Research has monthly deadlines for submission of new research project applications for review by the RMH Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC).
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/ethics/hrec-meeting-dates-deadlinesAdvanced Practice Physiotherapy RMH Service
We provide clinical assessment and management to patients referred to specialist clinics with musculoskeletal conditions.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/physiotherapy-exercise-physiology/advanced-practice-physiotherapyThe RMH proudly marches at Midsumma Pride March 2025 News article
The Royal Melbourne Hospital staff joined this year’s Midsumma Pride March in St Kilda, marching alongside our fellow health services to celebrate and show support and solidarity with LGBTIQA+ staff, allies and community.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-proudly-marches-at-midsumma-pride-march-2025Researching better treatment for Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis and Minimal Change Disease Research study
This study is testing three new treatments for people who have Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) or Minimal Change Disease (MCD).
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/efficacy-and-safety-of-treatment-in-participants-with-primary-focal-segmental-glomerulosclerosis-or-minimal-change-diseaseAbout planned surgery at the RMH
Planned surgeries are booked in advance and prioritised based on clinical urgency. You need a referral to have a planned surgery or procedure at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/about-planned-surgeryWellbeing is about more than just about physical health - it is combination of physical, mental, emotional and social health factors that together reflect how you feel.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/supporting-you/wellnessChange a specialist clinic appointment
Complete this form if you need to change or cancel a specialist clinic (Outpatients) appointment at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, or if you have a question about your appointment time.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/ongoing-care/specialist-clinics-outpatients/change-specialist-clinic-outpatients-appointment-form