Royal Park Hospital

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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[edit | edit source]

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[edit | edit source]

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[edit | edit source]

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[edit | edit source]

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[edit | edit source]


Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD