Eating Disorders - RHM Day Patient Program
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Telephone |
9342 4033 |
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Fax |
9342 8483 |
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Contact |
Psychiatric Registrar |
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Address |
Royal Melbourne Hospital Grattan Street Parkville VIC 3052 |
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Service Description |
A program to promote recovery from an eating disorder through an affordable and a holistic blend of interventions that allow individuals to work on their eating disorder issues, to identify and implement healthier coping skills and to receive mealtime guidance in a safe and friendly environment. |
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Eligibility |
Living in Western Mental Health Region Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia Nervosa EDNOS Binge Eating Disorder BMI of 16+ Motivated to recover |
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Access hours |
The program runs as a 10 week closed group cycle, 8 weeks full time (5 days per week) and 2 week part time. |
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Referral process |
General Practitioner referral |
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Cost to client |
Covered by the hospital so no direct cost to patients for treatment. Patients are required to pay for some meals and activities. |



