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It’s Trans Awareness Week! 🏳️‍⚧️Did you know…the main referral received by the RMH LGBTIQA+ Patient Liaison Service is t...
18/11/2025

It’s Trans Awareness Week! 🏳️‍⚧️

Did you know…the main referral received by the RMH LGBTIQA+ Patient Liaison Service is to support our transgender and gender diverse (TGD) patients?

At the RMH, we acknowledge the challenges faced by TGD people. We also celebrate their strength and joy.

We reaffirm our commitment to fostering a more welcoming and inclusive environment for TGD patients, visitors, and staff every day.

To support our TGD community on their health journey, the RMH LGBTIQA+ Patient Liaisons are here to help.

They offer a variety of services for patients and families, including:
- Safety and inclusion assessments
- Updates to medical records
- Specialist advice and consultations
- Patient advocacy strategies
- Education for staff
- Family support
- Assistance with pre-admission and discharge
- Help navigating complaints and feedback
- Peer support

Patients can self refer or request via their treating team.

To learn more, check out our website: https://www.thermh.org.au/your-care/supporting-you/welcoming-lgbtiqa-people

Since joining the RMH as a Graduate Registered Nurse in February this year, Evie has been making waves!She’s currently o...
17/11/2025

Since joining the RMH as a Graduate Registered Nurse in February this year, Evie has been making waves!

She’s currently on rotation in our Infectious Diseases and Gastroenterology ward and she is enjoying every learning experience:

💡 “I love learning from the team and allowing them to pour their wisdom to me”, she says.

Swipe to read a lovely message left by a family member of a patient Evie cared for. 🫶

Well done Evie - you are sure to go far in your nursing career and we can’t wait to see what you achieve!

Congratulations to Professor Neeraj Bhala, Academic Director and Head of Gastroenterology at the RMH, on receiving the p...
15/11/2025

Congratulations to Professor Neeraj Bhala, Academic Director and Head of Gastroenterology at the RMH, on receiving the prestigious Bisset Hawkins Medal. 👏

🏅 The Bisset Hawkins Medal is awarded every three years by the Royal College of Physicians of London to recognise outstanding contributions to advancing sanitary science or promoting public health.

This award honours Neeraj’s research work in population health and he is also making history as the first clinician from an Indian background to be awarded the medal in its 125 year history – congratulations on this wonderful achievement Neeraj!

It’s our very own Hollywood Walk of Fame ⭐The RMH Research Hall of Fame honours our trailbazing clinician researchers wh...
15/11/2025

It’s our very own Hollywood Walk of Fame ⭐

The RMH Research Hall of Fame honours our trailbazing clinician researchers who have devoted their careers to advancing healthcare through research.

Among the 2024 inductees is Professor Ingrid Winship AO, the RMH’s Director of Genomic Medicine and inaugural Chair of Adult Clinical Genetics.

Prof Ingrid is a renowned clinical geneticist and dermatologist specialising in hereditary skin disorders and cancer genomics - translating her research into clinical genetic services.

She also established the RMH Clinical Trials Centre where the effectiveness of new treatments, medications and medical devices are studied.

We are lucky to have Ingrid at the RMH advancing health for everyone, every day.

👣 Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence 👣On in 2025, we’re proud to celebrate 20 years of the RMH Diabetic Foot Unit, a r...
14/11/2025

👣 Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence 👣

On in 2025, we’re proud to celebrate 20 years of the RMH Diabetic Foot Unit, a recognised centre of excellence in diabetic foot care.

Head of Unit Associate Professor Paul Wraight says “the goal of the service is to bring together like-minded, motivated health professionals, from different specialities, working in the one location to get the best outcomes for our patients with foot complications”.

This multidisciplinary team brings the brains from Endocrinology, Vascular Surgery, Orthopaedics, Infectious Diseases, Podiatry, Prosthetics & Orthotics, Clinical Psychology, Dietetics, Radiology, Allied Health, Diabetes Education, Wound Consultancy and Care Coordination.

“This provides our patients with a broad range of care, all in the one place, allowing us to work with our patients to achieve the best outcomes possible.” says Professor Paul.

Here’s to two decades of dedication, innovation, research and impact! 💙

Outstanding results for stroke care at the RMH! 🧠The Neurology and Stroke team at the RMH has achieved outstanding resul...
13/11/2025

Outstanding results for stroke care at the RMH! 🧠

The Neurology and Stroke team at the RMH has achieved outstanding results from the Australian Stroke Clinical Registry’s Stroke Performance Scorecard in several areas of care, including:

- Thrombolysis therapy provision
- Stroke Unit Care
- Door-to-needle time within 60 minutes
- Discharged on Antihypertensives
- Discharge care plan

💉 In 2025, the RMH achieved a median time of 34 minutes for thromobolysis door-to-needle time* - exceeding the 2024 National Performance of 67 minutes.

*Thrombolysis door-to-needle time refers to the time between a patient's arrival at the hospital and the administration of thrombolytic medication, which breaks up blood clots to restore normal blood flow in the treatment of strokes.

Congratulations and thank you to the Stroke team - including our amazing neurologists, nurses, neurointervention and Mobile Stroke Unit team members - for continually improving care of our stroke patients! 💙🏥

🤔 Did you know that over 70% of medical diagnoses and nearly 100% of cancer diagnoses rely on pathology tests?The precis...
12/11/2025

🤔 Did you know that over 70% of medical diagnoses and nearly 100% of cancer diagnoses rely on pathology tests?

The precision, dedication and expertise of our Pathology team support every diagnosis and treatment plan.

Julia, a Medical Scientist in Haematology, says “behind every specimen is a person waiting for answers and I am proud to know we make a difference.”

From streamlining sample workflows to supporting faster clinical decisions, Aisling, a Laboratory Assistant says “no two days are the same and I’m constantly learning”.

With every test, the RMH Pathology team continues to embody our value of delivering timely, person-centred care.

Laboratory Assistant Carolina says that the team “embraces different cultures and sharing in order to help others” - ensuring our clinicians have the critical insights they need, when they need them.

👏 A huge thank you to our pathologists, scientists, collectors, technicians, and support staff for the vital role you play in keeping our community healthy!

From first tee to final putt, the RMH Foundation’s 2025 Golf Day Invitational was a cracking day at the Royal Melbourne ...
11/11/2025

From first tee to final putt, the RMH Foundation’s 2025 Golf Day Invitational was a cracking day at the Royal Melbourne Golf Club. Fortunately, the rain held off for a day of great golf, even better company, and a celebration of the partnerships that help power the RMH.

Together, our community raised more than $100,000 for the RMH. Enormous thanks to our staff and corporate partners who made it happen.

A special shout-out to the partners:

Principal Partner Mazzei

Platinum Partners Hyland | MilestoneIT | Omnicell | Zouki

Key Event Partners Johnstaff (Team Champions!) | Bupa Australia | Evans&Partners | PACCAR | Lendlease | Built | NAB | SOAsher | Maxxia Australia

See you on the course next year! 🏌️‍♀️⛳️

📷🔙When Jo was in high school she wanted to be an author, lawyer or a doctor.Well, she’s ticked off two out of those op...
09/11/2025

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When Jo was in high school she wanted to be an author, lawyer or a doctor.

Well, she’s ticked off two out of those options! Jo is a specialist physician in Respiratory Medicine and Allergic Disease at the RMH and has authored more than 150 publications about asthma, allergic disease and immune disorders. 🤧

We are lucky to have Jo as our Executive Director of Research at the RMH where she empowers clinician researchers and also plays an active role in collaborating with our partners such as the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute.

Jo was also the first woman to be appointed James Stewart Professor of Medicine at the University of Melbourne, holding that position since 2020. Go Jo!

P.S. The last picture is of Jo's COVID "puppy", a horse named Summer K 🌞

Fact or fiction? 🤔Women who participate in regular breast screening not only have a much lower risk of dying from the di...
08/11/2025

Fact or fiction? 🤔

Women who participate in regular breast screening not only have a much lower risk of dying from the disease, but also require significantly less intense treatment if diagnosed.

Fact! That’s the results of new RMH-led reseach, supported by BreastScreen Victoria, which is helping dispel myths surrounding breast screening.

The new results, highlighted in media last week, show that participating in the BreastScreen Victoria program was associated with as much as a 75 per cent lower risk of dying from breast cancer.

Senior author, the RMH and the The Royal Women's Hospital's Professor Bruce Mann, says: “Our research shows the benefits are clear: people who take part in the BreastScreen Victoria program not only have a much better chance of survival, but often require less treatment if cancer is detected.”

Rita Butera, BreastScreen Victoria's CEO added: “This research highlights the benefits and importance of breast screening in reducing the impact of breast cancer. It also demonstrates why early detection is vital, and we urge more women to book a free breast screen as a proactive health measure.”

To book a screening appointment visit https://www.breastscreen.org.au/

08/11/2025

Happy World Radiology Day!

Do you know why it’s celebrated on November 8? It marks the anniversary of Wilhelm Röntgen’s discovery of X-rays in 1895 - a breakthrough that revolutionised medicine and transformed patient care.

Today, we celebrate the expertise and dedication of radiographers across Australia, especially our incredible RMH Radiology team.

From a single X-ray room to a department spanning CT, Angiography, Fluoroscopy, Theatre, Cathlab, Mammography, Ultrasound and MRI, RMH Radiology has grown alongside rapid advances in technology and care.

Each year, the team performs over 225,000 diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, working tirelessly, often behind the scenes, to deliver compassionate, expert care.

Thank you to all our radiographers and radiographers everywhere!

We wrapped up the 2025 with a very special moment—inducting five incredible individuals into the RMH Research Hall of ...
07/11/2025

We wrapped up the 2025 with a very special moment—inducting five incredible individuals into the RMH Research Hall of Fame.

This honour celebrates their outstanding contributions to medical research and dedication to improving patient care:
- Professor Andrew Roberts AM
- Professor Jonathan Kalman AO
- Professor Peter Colman AM
- Professor Kate Leslie AO
- Professor Karin Thursky FAHMS FAIDH

Congratulations to the winners! Unpack their achievements and find out more about the award at https://www.thermh.org.au/news/the-rmh-announces-five-new-2025-research-hall-of-fame-inductees

And a big thank you and acknowledgement to all the attendees, researchers, clinical staff, sponsors and partners, who made the RMH Research Conference 2025 possible.

We’re excited and energised to continue this journey over the next year, as exceptional minds from our Melbourne Biomedical Precinct remain at the forefront of research and innovation.

See you next year!

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