Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses often characterised by a preoccupation with eating and exercise, and distorted thoughts and emotions about body image.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/mental-health/learn-about/experiencing-mental-health-challenges/experiencing-eating-disordersWe post the latest news and updates from the Royal Melbourne Hospital's Office for Research.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/office-for-research-newsThe Intensive Care Unit’s A/Prof Professor Adam Deane awarded $150,000 grant News article
A/Prof Adam Deane has been awarded $150,000 from the Ramaciotti Health Investment Grants 2020.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-intensive-care-units-associate-professor-adam-deane-awarded-150000-grantFood, drink and shops at the RMH Parkville
We have a variety of places in and around the hospital to buy foods, snacks and drinks, as well as services such as Australia Post.
https://www.thermh.org.au/locations/rmh-parkville/visiting-the-rmh-parkville/food-drink-shops-at-the-rmh-parkvilleThe Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) is invested in the health, wellbeing and safety of all staff. Our goal is to have a culture where staff are supported to feel safe and healthy at work.
https://www.thermh.org.au/health-professionals/careers/why-work-at-the-rmh/staff-wellbeingYou have the right to determine what is done to your body.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/hospital-care/your-hospital-stay/consent-to-treatmentNeurointervention RMH Service
We provide a 24/7 neurointerventional service for patients with neurological conditions such as aneurysm and stroke.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/medical-imaging/imaging-services/neurointerventionTransition Care Program RMH Service
We provide short-term support for older adults following a stay in hospital.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/transition-care-programThe 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.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/office-for-research/research-endeavours/rmh-research-funding-program/allied-health-scholarshipsNew treatment study for people with lupus Research study
This early-phase study is testing a new treatment for adults with moderate to severe lupus (SLE). The new treatment is a type of antibody designed to help the immune system remove certain B cells that play a role in lupus.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/new-treatment-study-for-people-with-lupsNeurosurgery RMH Service
We provide assessment, treatment and specialised surgery for planned (elective) and emergency patients with conditions affecting the brain, spine and nerves.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/neurosurgeryHIV RMH Service
The HIV Service team comprises experienced infectious diseases physicians, a social worker, an HIV HARP liaison nurse and clinic nurses.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/victorian-infectious-diseases-service/vids-services/hiv-servicePrurigo 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
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/prurigo-nodularis-trialThe 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).
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-anaesthetist-appointed-president-of-the-australian-medical-councilThe Kite trial Research study
The Kite trial is investigating whether low-dose ketamine is effective in reducing depressive symptoms in adults with bipolar depression.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/the-kite-trialThe RMH Emergency physician thanks COVID-19 healthcare workers with artwork News article
The RMH Emergency Physician Dr Amaali Lokuge has painted a portrait of fellow Emergency Dr Emma West to honour her colleagues’ hard work and sacrifices during the peak of the COVID-19 second wave in Victoria.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-emergency-physician-thanks-covid-19-healthcare-workers-with-artworkThe 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.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/rmh-researchers-receive-more-than-100000-from-tacThe 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.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-launches-new-service-supporting-silver-trauma-patientsThe 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.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-palliative-care-service-hits-major-milestoneTRAVELLER Research study
A pre-screening study to find eligible participants for future clinical trials that test new drugs for Alzheimer’s disease.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/traveller