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New research improves screening efficiency for type 1 diabetes News article

Researchers from Melbourne have led a global collaboration to develop a simplified blood test that increases the overall screening efficiency for type 1 diabetes.

Study hopes to end stigma for people living with type 1 diabetes News article

More than 4 in 5 people with diabetes have experienced stigma while living with their condition.

First Nations Health Unit RMH Service

Our First Nations Health Unit and liaison officers are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of First Nations patients and consumers through advocacy, education and support.

Trial helping provide better care for diabetes patients in hospital News article

A team at the Royal Melbourne Hospital led a trial to reduce the risk of diabetes patients contracting infections.

Visitors and visiting hours

We welcome visitors. They improve a patient’s recovery and the communication between patients, families and staff.

Medical careers

Interested in a career in medicine at the RMH? We have a comprehensive education and training program for clinicians at all levels, including a clinical school for undergraduates.

Submit your application

This step of the job application pack has step-by-step instructions to help you submit an application for a current vacancy at the Royal Melbourne Hospital using our online jobs portal.

Celebrating the RMH staff recognised in 2025 King’s Birthday Honours News article

Congratulations to the RMH staff recognised in the 2025 King's Birthday Honours.

First Nations Social and Emotional Wellbeing team

The First Nations Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) team can provide welcome and orientation to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples accessing the mental health service.

Rapid drug test to provide patients with better care News article

Teams at two of Melbourne’s leading research and medical institutes are developing high-tech solutions to rapidly test for drugs and better treat patients presenting to hospital.

Our team

We have a large team of medical, nursing, allied health and administrative staff.

Help for pregnant women navigating congenital heart disease News article

The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) cardiology service is the centre for congenital interventions for Victoria and Tasmania, and as part of this service takes care of women through their pregnancies.

New study looks at efficacy of drug treatment in males with Tourette syndrome News article

Researchers at the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) will be evaluating the safety and efficacy of a new drug treatment for adult males with Tourette Syndrome (TS) requiring drug treatment therapy.

Palliative care research awarded $100,000 grant News article

New research to enhance the timeliness and responsiveness of care for palliative care patients has been awarded a $100,000 grant by the Avant Foundation.

Research finds First Nations populations at greater risk of severe flu News article

New research has found that First Nations populations around the world are significantly more likely to be hospitalised and die from influenza compared to non-Indigenous populations. 

How a simple phone call helps support older persons with delirium News article

Developed by the RMH Residential in Reach team, the Post Discharge Delirium Pathway has made significant impact in reducing unplanned hospital readmissions for older patients with delirium.

ICU nursing careers and education

The RMH ICU has a diverse range of educational opportunities for nurses wanting to expand their skills and knowledge in a challenging yet rewarding environment. 

Doherty Institute Director Professor Sharon Lewin AO reappointed for another term News article

Professor Sharon Lewin AO has been reappointed as director of the Doherty Institute.

Angiogram

When your doctor wants you to have an angiogram, you come to Radiology for a procedure to enable us to see specific blood vessels and arteries inside your body.

Open disclosure

Sometimes things can go wrong in hospital.