As a public health service, our care is for everyone. We strive to create safe and supportive environments for all, respecting the rights, dignity and value of people of all ages, background and identities.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/about-the-rmh/our-purpose-and-promiseAt the Royal Melbourne Hospital, we instil our values in everything we do. We put people first, lead with kindness and work together to excel as one RMH.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/about-the-rmh/our-valuesPublic patients with a Medicare card
As a public health service, the Royal Melbourne Hospital provides free care and hospital services to public patients who are enrolled in Medicare.
https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/hospital-care/what-you-need-to-know-up-front/who-pays-for-our-services/public-patients-with-a-medicare-cardParasomnias are sleep disorders of arousal from sleep. The most common parasomnias include sleep talking, sleep walking and night terrors.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/respiratory-medicine-sleep-disorders/learn-about/sleep-studies-and-disorders/parasomniasNarcolepsy is a rare neurological disorder where the part of the brain that controls falling asleep functions abnormally.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/respiratory-medicine-sleep-disorders/learn-about/sleep-studies-and-disorders/narcolepsyInsomnia is a sleep disorder that causes people to have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/respiratory-medicine-sleep-disorders/learn-about/sleep-studies-and-disorders/insomniaRestless leg syndrome (RLS) is a nervous system condition characterised by unpleasant sensations in the legs and the uncontrollable urge to move them.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/respiratory-medicine-sleep-disorders/learn-about/sleep-studies-and-disorders/restless-leg-syndromeSleep apnoea is a common condition that is characterised by periodic cessations or reductions in breathing during the night.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/respiratory-medicine-sleep-disorders/learn-about/sleep-studies-and-disorders/sleep-apnoeaAdult Congenital Cardiology RMH Service
Providing treatment, care and support for adults born with congenital heart abnormalities.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/cardiology/cardiology-services/adult-congenital-cardiologyParkville Precinct Strategic Cancer Service Plan
The Parkville Precinct Strategic Cancer Service Plan focuses on adult cancer services provided by the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, the Royal Melbourne Hospital and the Royal Women's Hospital.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/strategies-plans/parkville-precinct-strategic-cancer-service-planThe Snow Centre for Immune Health aims to transform how immune diseases are treated and understood. The centre is co-led by WEHI and the Royal Melbourne Hospital, in partnership with the Snow Medical Research Foundation.
https://www.thermh.org.au/about/community-partnerships/snow-centre-for-immune-healthLung nodules and cancer screening referral pathway RMH Service
This new referral pathway is part of a research pilot project that aims to support patients and primary health care providers by facilitating access to care and information related to lung nodules and lung cancer screening.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/respiratory-medicine-sleep-disorders/lung-nodule-and-cancer-screening-referral-pathwayResearching better treatment for Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis and Minimal Change Disease Research study
This study is testing three new treatments for people who have Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) or Minimal Change Disease (MCD).
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/efficacy-and-safety-of-treatment-in-participants-with-primary-focal-segmental-glomerulosclerosis-or-minimal-change-diseaseThe SYQE study Research study
This research study aims to see how well the study treatment, a drug-device combination performs as a possible treatment for diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/a-clinical-trial-to-assess-the-safety-and-efficacy-of-an-inhaled-medication-for-painful-diabetic-peripheral-neuropathyCommunicating with your healthcare team
Patients undergoing surgery, especially those with planned procedures, have options and strategies they can follow to prepare for their procedure, aiming for the best possible recovery outcomes. Maintaining clear communication with the medical staff caring for you is key to helping your...
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/virtual-surgery-school/communicating-with-your-healthcare-teamQuit smoking before planned surgery
Why is stopping smoking essential to improving your recovery outcomes after surgery? Quitting smoking brings benefits to overall health and is especially important for patients with planned surgery, to follow this recommendation.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/virtual-surgery-school/quit-smoking-before-planned-surgeryExercise to improve surgical outcomes
There are many benefits to exercising or doing physical activity before and after planned surgery. Moving in the lead up to your planned surgery can improve the outcomes of your recovery.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/virtual-surgery-school/exercise-to-improve-surgical-outcomesPreparing psychologically for surgery
Watch some key recommendations to help you prepare psychologically for your upcoming surgery.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/virtual-surgery-school/preparing-psychologically-for-surgeryNutrition to improve surgical outcomes
Eating habits can have a great impact on patients' recovery after surgery. Watch some key information about nutrition before and after surgery, and its importance in contributing to the best patient outcomes.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/virtual-surgery-school/nutrition-to-improve-surgical-outcomesNo Prosecco? No problem! News article
She's just had a stem cell transplant, but Anna wants to give back to the RMH this Dry July.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/no-prosecco-no-problem