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When a loved one dies in hospital

The death of someone close to you can be very distressing, particularly when it happens in hospital.

Dentures, glasses and aids

If you're coming into hospital for a procedure or an overnight stay (or longer), don't forget to bring your dentures, glasses, hearing or walking aids.

Clinical trials and research studies

Clinical trials are a very important part of the research process. New treatments, medications and medical devices cannot be approved for use in Australia without going through clinical trials.

Apps for EMR mobile access

Clinicians can securely access Electronic Medical Record (EMR) on their mobile device from any location using Epic's Haiku and Canto mobile apps.

The Royal Melbourne Hospital’s Professor Kirsty Buising named Moomba Monarch News article

Lord Mayor Sally Capp today announced this year’s Moomba Monarchs are representatives of the unsung community heroes who have been working to keep us all safe during COVID-19. 

Learn about

Diabetes is a serious condition which can affect the whole body. It requires daily self-care.

Project to improve care for First Nations cancer patients News article

Palliative care and First Nations professionals from the RMH and the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre are looking to improve cancer care and treatment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander patients.

Section 2: For projects where ethics approval was not undertaken by the RMH HREC

Submit HREC application documents where ethics review was not undertaken by the RMH HREC

Combination treatment for locally advanced or metastatic ER-positive breast cancer Research study

A phase II, multicentre, randomised study to compare the efficacy of venetoclax plus fulvestrant as a combination treatment for locally advanced or metastatic ER-positive breast cancer.

A lifesaving journey from the UK to Australia News article

A young Melbourne man who battled aggressive cancer for over a decade has met the stranger who saved his life … from the other side of the world.

Your medical records

You have the right to access information about you and your medical records held by the Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Why Natasha is going Dry in July for the RMH News article

Natasha received the shock of a lifetime when what she thought was long-COVID was diagnosed as leukaemia. Now she is showing her support for the RMH as its Dry July Ambassador for 2022.

Pathology results

The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) Pathology results are available to authorised clinicians by Electronic Results Transmission (ERT) or the web-based AUSCARE system.

Researchers look at nasal spray to treat respiratory infections News article

A group of researchers from the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre are investigating a nasal spray option to prevent respiratory viral infections, such as COVID-19 and the flu. 

The RMH gives advice on keeping safe in the heat News article

The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) is urging Victorians to take extra care in the heat this summer, with temperatures reaching over 40 degrees across the state. 

Experiencing self-harm

Sometimes people deal with emotional distress and pain by hurting themselves physically.

Skills Training for Anaesthetic Residents (STAR)

The Skills Training for Anaesthetic Residents (STAR) course is a full‑day training program for junior anaesthetic trainees and residents who are entering the anaesthetic training program.

Brand and logo requests

We can provide you with permission and advice on correctly using the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) brand.

I have allergies

You should inform staff of any allergies you may have to antibiotics, medications or types of food as soon as possible, before you are admitted to hospital.

See a general counsellor

Counsellors are professionals who can work with you to talk through your problems and look for possible solutions.