Pain management for planned surgery
The video in this section will give you information about what to expect after surgery and how your healthcare team will monitor and manage your pain.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/virtual-surgery-school/pain-management-for-planned-surgeryCelebrating 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.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/celebrating-the-rmh-staff-recognised-in-2025-kings-birthday-honoursReducing lung complications after surgery
Learn about the A-COUGH program, designed to improve lung function and reduce patients' risk of chest infections and even pneumonia, which may occur after any planned surgery.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/virtual-surgery-school/reducing-lung-complications-after-surgeryED wait-time dashboard goes live News article
The Royal Melbourne Hospital has launched its Emergency Department (ED) wait-time dashboard. The dashboard shows the time non-emergency and less urgent patients may expect to wait between being assessed by the triage nurse and being treated by a doctor.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/ed-wait-time-dashboard-goes-liveVirtual Surgery School (VSS) is an educational program designed to help patients prepare for surgery and improve their recovery.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/virtual-surgery-schoolMum of twins reunited with healthcare heroes who saved her life News article
Former patient Alex Judd visited the RMH to say thank you to the teams who saved her life.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/mum-of-twins-reunited-with-healthcare-heroes-who-saved-her-lifePrepare for and attend your surgery
When it is time for your planned surgery, we will notify you of your procedure date. You may also need to attend a Pre-Admission Clinic appointment.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/prepare-for-and-attend-your-surgeryAbout planned surgery at the RMH
Planned surgeries are booked in advance and prioritised based on clinical urgency. You need a referral to have a planned surgery or procedure at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/planned-surgery/about-planned-surgeryClinical trial assessing the safety and effectiveness of a potential new treatment for plaque psoriasis Research study
This study aims to assess efficacy and safety of JNJ-77242113 compared to placebo and ustekinumab in people with moderate to severe Plaque Psoriasis.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/iconic-ascend2025 Excellence in Nursing Awards to celebrate International Nurses Day News article
The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) held its annual Excellence in Nursing Awards and Scholarships as part of celebrations for 2025 International Nurses...
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/2025-excellence-in-nursing-awards-to-celebrate-INDBarzolvolimab in patients with Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria Research study
This clinical trial seeks to assess the safety and effectiveness of Barzolvolimab in participants with Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria (CSU) who remain symptomatic despite use of antihistamine treatment.
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/barzolvolimab-in-patients-with-chronic-spontaneous-urticariaHelp build the shield against flu this season News article
Nurses from AMU after getting their annual flu vaccines.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/help-build-the-shield-against-flu-this-seasonSpiritual Care RMH Service
We support the diverse spiritual and emotional needs of patients, consumers and those who care for them.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/spiritual-careThe RMH reminds Victorians to slow down this Easter News article
Associate Professor David Read, Director of Trauma at the RMH
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-reminds-victorians-to-slow-down-this-easterFamily Violence Information Sharing Scheme and Child Information Sharing Scheme
The Royal Melbourne Hospital (including Mental Health Services) is a prescribed Information Sharing Entity under the Family Violence Protection Act 2008 and the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005.
https://www.thermh.org.au/health-professionals/information-sharing-with-other-entities/family-violence-information-sharing-scheme-and-child-information-sharing-scheme-fviss-and-cissPositive results for innovative vital signs trial News article
Trial leads Dr Seok Lim and Professor Kwang Lim (pictured, middle right) with the team.
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/positive-results-for-innovative-vital-signs-trialRMH Cardiology team performs Australian first implant News article
Cardiologist, Dr Will Wilson
https://www.thermh.org.au/news/rmh-cardiology-team-performs-australian-first-implantRECHARGE 1: Assessing study treatment in adult patients with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) Research study
Phase 3 study to assess efficacy, safety and tolerability of a study treatment in adult patients with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS).
https://www.thermh.org.au/research/clinical-trials-research-studies/remibrutinib-in-patients-with-moderate-to-severe-hidradenitis-suppurativaSpineCare 2026 is a professional development and training program that combines virtual and face-to-face training. The course runs over 12 weeks from 11 May 2026.
https://www.thermh.org.au/health-professionals/training-courses/spinecare/spinecare-2026Our wait times dashboard indicates the estimated time non-emergency or non-urgent patients may need to wait to see a doctor at our Emergency Department.
https://www.thermh.org.au/services/emergency/emergency-wait-times