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Our 175th anniversary

The Royal Melbourne Hospital was Victoria's first public hospital and celebrated its 175th anniversary in 2023.

Allied Health scholarships

The RMH is one of Australia’s leading health care providers and a key player in hospital-based research. Allied Health at the RMH has a longstanding commitment to research and education.

Prurigo Nodularis trial Research study

The Prurigo Nodularis trial aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of a treatment to assist in reducing symptoms for people living with this condition

The RMH Anaesthetist appointed President of the Australian Medical Council News article

The Royal Melbourne Hospital congratulates anaesthetist Professor Kate Leslie AO on being appointed to President and Chair of the Board of Directors of the Australian Medical Council (AMC).

The Kite trial Research study

The Kite trial is investigating whether low-dose ketamine is effective in reducing depressive symptoms in adults with bipolar depression.

The RMH researchers receive more than $100,000 from TAC News article

Researchers at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) have received $109,000 from the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) to look at improving outcomes for patients presenting with pelvic trauma.

The RMH launches new service supporting ‘silver trauma’ patients News article

In an Australian-first, the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) has launched a new service to support older trauma patients.

The RMH palliative care service hits major milestone News article

The statewide Palliative Care Advice Service (PCAS) at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) has taken its 1000th call since formally launching in August 2021.

TAC and WorkCover patients

If you are involved in a transport or workplace accident or injury, you need to make sure that your claim is lodged with the TAC or WorkCover so you receive the support you need to cover the cost of your treatment at the hospital.

Stroke patient thankful for MSU News article

It was Geoff’s young grandson who first noticed that something wasn’t quite right with his grandfather. After his family called triple zero (000), the Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU) was dispatched. (Photo: Herald Sun)

Our research

VIDS has an active research program, with strong links to public health.

Contact the RMH

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is located at the RMH Parkville, the RMH Royal Park, the RMH Elizabeth St, as well as in the community. Find out more about the RMH contact and location details.

Transient Ischaemic Attack Rapid Access Clinic RMH Service

The clinic reviews patients with suspected transient ischaemic attacks (TIAs).

Where 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.

Casual work

The Royal Melbourne Hospital Nursing Workforce Unit provides the opportunity for registered nurses, enrolled nurses, health assistant in nursing and clerks to enjoy the flexibility of casual work.

Committees and working groups

The board has established several sub-committees, advisory and advocacy committees.

New centre to target inflammatory diseases and personalised care News article

The RMH, WEHI and the Colonial Foundation have partnered on a new centre for investigating inflammatory diseases.

What you need to bring

Not sure what to bring with you? We can help you.

EBShield Research study

This study is an international clinical trial for people with Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex (EBS).

Ethics Office

All research in Australia involving human participants is reviewed by an independent group called a Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC).