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Possible new drug for Crohn’s disease Research study

We aimed to determine the safety and effectiveness of a new study medication, guselkumab, for people with Crohn's disease

Antipsychotic dose reduction to improve recovery and function in young people with psychosis Research study

The REDUCE study is testing whether reducing the dosage of antipsychotic medication of people recovering from their first episode of psychosis can lead to them having better recovery outcomes.

Mirikizumabin for moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis Research study

A clinical trial to assess the safety and effectiveness of a new drug, mirikizumab, in conventional-failed and biologic-failed patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC).

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.

What works, how and why News article

Consumers talk about what was most helpful in their recovery journey and share their top tips and practical advice for those starting out.

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.

The RMH Medical Voices: oral histories with our senior doctors

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is preserving insights into our events and activities through oral history recordings with senior medical staff.

What a shame! Dealing with myths and stigma News article

We talk about mental illness more now but stereotypes and discrimination still happen. Hear about how it happens, how to deal with it, and how to stay true to yourself.

A new insulin when used in combination with oral medications to manage type 2 diabetes Research study

A clinical trial to investigate the safety and effectiveness of a new insulin (INS068) when used in combination with oral medications to manage type 2 diabetes.

Patient thankful for “culturally safe and effective” First Nations care News article

Peter Farmer is a proud Noongar man. He has been suffering from ongoing health concerns such as chronic diabetes, kidney failure and heart problems for the last seven years.

Study to reduce heart risks in people on dialysis with diabetes or heart disease Research study

This is a dose-finding and cardiovascular outcomes study of the study treatment in adults with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) undergoing dialysis 

The RMH celebrates seven nods in public health awards News article

A world-first early detection diabetes test and collaboration with western metropolitan health services are among the Royal Melbourne Hospital finalists in the 2023 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards.

Bacteria discreetly dwelling in throat main source of Strep A transmission News article

Breakthrough research has found that Group A Streptococcus (GAS) infections are more likely transmitted from asymptomatic throat carriage than skin-to-skin contact in communities with high rates of infection.

Spesolimab for the treatment of generalised pustular psoriasis Research study

A study to test whether spesolimab prevents flare-ups in patients with generalised pustular psoriasis.

Finding your way around

Our information desk staff and wayfinding volunteers can direct you to where you need to go when you arrive at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. We also have screens and signs throughout to help you navigate.

Hepatitis Clinic RMH Service

The Hepatitis Clinic is specifically dedicated to the management of viral hepatitis, both as monoinfection as well as HIV and viral hepatitis coinfection.

The RMH Chief Executive recognised in Top 50 Public Sector Women awards News article

Congratulations to the RMH Chief Executive Professor Shelley Dolan who has been recognised among the IPAA Victoria’s Top 50 Public Sector Women.

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 awarded multi-million dollar grant to advance care for brain cancer survivors News article

The Australian Government has awarded $2.6 million to researchers at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and the University of Melbourne for a project using the latest information technology to improve the lives of people who have survived brain cancer.

Not just any P.A.R.T.Y: Young people make positive choices after the RMH Program News article

A Royal Melbourne Hospital program is helping change the lives of young people by exposing them to the grim reality of risky behaviour.