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Geographic atrophy from age-related macular degeneration Research study

The Golden trial is a study of a potential new treatment referred to as ISIS 696844 to determine its safety and effectiveness in slowing the progression of geographic atrophy (GA) caused by age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Chronic Wounds RMH Service

We provide diagnostic and specialist care to people who have wounds that are not healing as expected.

World-first MS research can delay disease progression News article

A new world-first method to help doctors predict which patients are at risk of developing an aggressive form of multiple sclerosis has been uncovered.

TB services for pharmacists

The supply of medications for the treatment of tuberculosis (TB) is managed through the Victorian Tuberculosis Program in conjunction with the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) Pharmacy.

Our values

At 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.

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.

Advanced Interventions in Mood Disorders Clinic

The Advanced Interventions in Mood Disorders (AIM) Clinic provides adults with severe mood disorders access to novel treatments and innovative research projects.

Chronic kidney disease education program

People diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are carefully monitored during frequent visits to our specialist clinics and attend the CKD education program to prepare for their future care.

Five years on the road: Mobile Stroke Unit treats more than 2,700 patients News article

The first of its kind to hit the road in Australia, Melbourne’s highly successful Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU) has treated thousands of patients and changed the outcomes of so many Victorians.

Care for older people

We are committed to providing the best care for our older patients and consumers, whether that's in hospital or at home.

Refer a patient

Some of our services and clinics have a preferred form or process for GPs and specialists to use when referring a patient. You can find specific referrals information on each of our service pages.

How the RMH navigated an aged care outbreak in the middle of Victoria’s second wave News article

During the COVID-19 second-wave, which faced Melbourne in July 2020, multiple aged care wards at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) faced an outbreak that affected both staff and patients.

Ritlecitinib in adults with non-segmental vitiligo Research study

This trial is investigating a medication for treating people living with non-segmental vitiligo.

NorthWestern Mental Health ‘HOPE’ services launched News article

As one of the biggest providers of Mental Health services in Victoria, the Royal Melbourne Hospital’s NorthWestern Mental Health (NWMH) is excited to announce the launch of two new Hospital Outreach Post-suicidal Engagement (HOPE) services.

OptiTMS Research study

Optimised Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (OptiTMS) trial for the treatment of depression investigates whether personalised brain stimulation targeting can improve outcomes for people with major depressive disorder.

Neuropsychologist receives Post-Doctoral Fellowship to advance MS research News article

Dr Charles Malpas aims to address the gap in knowledge on the variants of cognitive impairment among Multiple Sclerosis (MS) patients with a substantial MS Research Australia grant.

Remibrutinib for chronic spontaneous urticaria Research study

A clinical trial to assess a new drug for chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) not controlled with antihistamine medication or omalizumab (Xolair®) in the past.

About clinical trials

A clinical trial is a scientific study of a new medication or device that involves human volunteers. Clinical trials are a test of the effectiveness of the new treatment and how safe it is. Clinical trials are also used to find new uses for existing medicines.

Mental health occupational therapy

Our mental health occupational therapists deliver care that helps people with mental health difficulties to participate in the activities of everyday life.

Problems with drugs and alcohol

People can have problems related to their use of alcohol or drugs. If you or someone you know is affected by alcohol or drugs, support is available.