Deep Brain Stimulation RMH Service
We provide deep brain stimulation surgery for people with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor and dystonia (refractory to medications).
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/neurology-stroke/neurology-stroke-services/movement-disorders-program/deep-brain-stimulationThe Melbourne Biomedical Precinct
The Royal Melbourne Hospital is based in the heart of the leading Melbourne Biomedical Precinct.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/community-partnerships/the-melbourne-biomedical-precinctSmall brain device proves big game changer for severely paralysed patients News article
A tiny device the size of a small paperclip has been shown to help patients with upper limb paralysis to text, email and even shop online in the first human trial.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/small-brain-device-proves-big-game-changer-for-severely-paralysed-patientsHistorical publications tell the story of the Royal Melbourne Hospital, our services and our people.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/about-the-rmh/our-history-and-archives/historical-publicationsDuring your stay in hospital, you are cared for by a team of health professionals and support staff.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/your-treatment-teamBitopertin as a treatment for erythropoietic protoporphyria Research study
Research project to measure how safe and effective bitopertin (DISC-1459) is in treating participants with erythropoietic protoporphyria.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/bitopertin-as-a-treatment-for-erythropoietic-protoporphyriaThe Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) Intensive Care Unit (ICU) provides specialised critical care to patients who are acutely unwell or seriously injured.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/intensive-care/about-icuAdult Acute Inpatient Units RMH Service
Our Acute Inpatient Units provide mental health assessment, treatment and care for people during an acute phase of mental illness.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/mental-health/mental-health-services/adult-acute-inpatient-unitsSolidarity in a stoma News article
More than 40 the RMH staff members participated in the Great Stoma Challenge 2024!
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/solidarity-in-a-stomaWhere to go instead of Emergency
There are several alternative care providers available in the area local to the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH), including after-hours services.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/emergency/about-emergency/should-i-go-to-emergency/where-to-go-instead-of-emergencyEnrolled 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.
https://www.thermh.org.au/health-professionals/careers/nursing-at-the-rmh/mental-health-nursing-careers/enrolled-nurse-transition-to-mental-health-nurse-programNew clinic at the RMH to provide novel treatments for people with severe mood disorders News article
The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) has officially opened the Advanced Interventions in Mood Disorders (AIM) Clinic, marking a significant step forward in the treatment of severe mood disorders.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/new-clinic-at-the-rmh-to-provide-novel-treatments-for-people-with-severe-mood-disordersFinance duo recognised at the 2023 HFMA Health Finance Awards News article
The term ‘healthcare innovation’ usually conjures images of lab coats and bedside care, but two recent projects from the RMH Finance team showcase a different side to the picture.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/finance-duo-recognised-at-the-2023-hfma-health-finance-awardsEmergency Department renovations News article
During August, the sitting area in our Emergency Department (ED) waiting room will undergo renovations.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/emergency-department-renovationsOur formal work experience program is currently on hold. Work experience is instead decided by departments on a case-by-case basis. We encourage students interested in a work experience placement to approach their preferred areas of work directly.
https://www.thermh.org.au/health-professionals/careers/current-vacancies/work-experienceSection 1: Mandatory components for all SSA submissions
All components in section 1 are mandatory and must be completed for all submissions.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/research-governance/submit-a-governance-application-for-site-specific-authorisation/section-1-mandatory-for-all-ssa-submissionsGrowing 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-cureResearch governance is a framework through which an institution is accountable for the scientific quality, ethical acceptability and safety of the research it allows to be...
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/research-governanceStudying effectiveness of AHSCT in highly active relapsing-remitting MS patients News article
Researchers from the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) have conducted a ground-breaking study comparing different treatment options for highly active relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS) patients who have shown limited response to conventional therapies.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-study-compares-effectiveness-of-ahsct-in-highly-active-relapsing-remitting-ms-patientsThe RMH Surgical Services Director named new Victoria Chief Surgical Advisor News article
Congratulations to the RMH’s Professor Ben Thomson, who has been named the new Victorian Chief Surgical Advisor. Prof Thomson is the current Medical Director of Surgical Services and Head of General Surgical Specialities.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-surgical-services-director-named-new-victoria-chief-surgical-advisor