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Home to residents, students, businesses, and prominent medical and educational institutions, the Memphis Medical District connects the most vital parts of our city.
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MMDC is a community development organization strengthening the diverse communities within our 2.6 square mile geography. The Medical District features the highest concentration of healthcare organizations in the city across its six distinct neighborhoods.

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The Medical District connects Downtown and Midtown Memphis and is home to a dynamic mix of medical and educational institutions, small businesses, cultural assets, and neighborhoods that make our District unique and vibrant.

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Who else calls the Medical District home? Click each name on the map to explore our neighborhoods!

Uptown

Located near Harbortown and the Pinch District, Uptown is seeing growth with new developments and improvements to parks and streetscapes. Residents enjoy new homes as well as renovated 19th-century properties with proximity to Downtown restaurants and shopping.

the pinch

Founded by Irish, Italian, Russian, Greek, and Jewish immigrants in the early 19th century, the Pinch District was Memphis’ first commercial district and neighborhood. Today, the Pinch is re-emerging as a commercial center and is home to new small businesses and larger developments like Bass Pro Outdoor World and the expanding St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Peabody-Vance

Conveniently located between downtown and midtown, Peabody-Vance offers a variety of housing options from historic mansions to cozy family apartments. This diverse neighborhood mixes historic charm with an up-and-coming commercial corridor.
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Madison
Heights

This corridor connecting Crosstown to the Medical District is experiencing a rediscovery. One of the most ethnically-diverse areas of Memphis, it is home to popular global restaurants and a host of other businesses, both new and well-established.

The Edge

With 24,000+ employees and students and 10,000+ residents, the Memphis Medical District is poised for growth, expansion, and opportunity. We’re right between Downtown and Midtown Memphis, and home to large medical and educational institutions — plus a slew of small businesses that make our district unique and vibrant. Learn more about The Edge.

The Memphis Medical District

The Medical District connects Downtown and Midtown Memphis and is home to a dynamic mix of medical and educational institutions, small businesses, cultural assets, and neighborhoods that make our District unique and vibrant.

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Who else calls the Medical District home? Click each name on the map to explore our neighborhoods!

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Momentum Monday: Yoga in Medical District Park
June 1, 2026

Medical District Park

Dunlap & Madison

Memphis, TN 38103

5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

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Momentum Monday: Yoga in Medical District Park
June 8, 2026

Medical District Park

Dunlap & Madison

Memphis, TN 38103

5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

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Mind Your Business Series: Fueling Your Growth and Securing Capital
June 9, 2026

MMDC

656 Madison Ave

Memphis, TN 38103

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Community and Connection at Strangewaze 2026

The Memphis Medical District Collaborative (MMDC) recently hosted Strangewaze, a high-energy community celebration that transformed the District into a hub of music, local commerce, and neighborhood pride. Despite a looming rain forecast, the event proceeded under clear skies, drawing a diverse crowd of residents, students, and professionals.

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Community and Connection at Strangewaze 2026

The Memphis Medical District Collaborative (MMDC) recently hosted Strangewaze, a high-energy community celebration that transformed the District into a hub of music, local commerce, and neighborhood pride. Despite a looming rain forecast, the event proceeded under clear skies, drawing a diverse crowd of residents, students, and professionals.

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SCO invests in $35 million campus expansion in Memphis

Southern College of Optometry is launching a $35M "Greater Vision" expansion, reinforcing its role as a Midtown anchor. This project adds a new pediatric clinic and modernizes the iconic Madison Ave tower to better serve 50,000 annual patients. The investment ensures SCO continues pouring vibrancy and world-class eye care into the community.

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MMDC Biz Week 2026: A Week That Changed the Game for Memphis Entrepreneurs

From expert workshops to a $10,000 pitch competition, Biz Week 2026 delivered real access, relevant advice, and relatable action

MMDC's vision for Biz Week 2026 was simple: give Memphis entrepreneurs more than inspiration—give them transformation. Over three days, that's exactly what happened.

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Community and Connection at Strangewaze 2026

The Memphis Medical District Collaborative (MMDC) recently hosted Strangewaze, a high-energy community celebration that transformed the District into a hub of music, local commerce, and neighborhood pride. Despite a looming rain forecast, the event proceeded under clear skies, drawing a diverse crowd of residents, students, and professionals.

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SCO invests in $35 million campus expansion in Memphis

Southern College of Optometry is launching a $35M "Greater Vision" expansion, reinforcing its role as a Midtown anchor. This project adds a new pediatric clinic and modernizes the iconic Madison Ave tower to better serve 50,000 annual patients. The investment ensures SCO continues pouring vibrancy and world-class eye care into the community.

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