Royal Park Hospital

Royal Park Hospital is a public hospital located in Melbourne, Australia. It is a part of the Melbourne Health network and is primarily involved in providing mental health services to the community.

History

The Royal Park Hospital was established in the year 1907. It was initially a psychiatric hospital and was known as the Royal Park Receiving House. The hospital has undergone several changes over the years, including a name change to Royal Park Psychiatric Hospital in 1934.

Services

The hospital provides a range of services including acute care, rehabilitation, aged care, residential care, and community care. It also offers specialized services for mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression.

Facilities

The hospital is equipped with modern facilities to provide the best care for its patients. These include diagnostic imaging services, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy departments. The hospital also has a research department that conducts studies on various aspects of mental health.

Affiliations

Royal Park Hospital is affiliated with several educational institutions including the University of Melbourne and RMIT University. It provides training and education for medical students, nursing students, and allied health professionals.

See Also

• Healthcare in Australia
• List of hospitals in Australia
• Mental health in Australia