Home to residents, students, businesses, and prominent medical and educational institutions, the Memphis Medical District connects the most vital parts of our city.
THE DISTRICT
The who, what, and where of the Medical District.
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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.

10 Year Anniversary Celebration

Join us as we celebrate ten years of transformative growth in Memphis's Medical District! From groundbreaking economic milestones to landmark developments that have reshaped our community, this celebration honors the people, partners, and institutions who made it all possible — and charts the course for what comes next.

our district'S neighborhoods
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village

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.


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.
Learn more about The Pinch.

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.
Learn more about Peabody-Vance.

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.


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

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17
Sep
Mind Your Business: Meet the PR Specialist
September 17, 2026

Memphis Medical District Collaborative

656 Madison Ave

Memphis, TN 38103

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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19
Sep
10-Year Anniversary Celebration
September 19, 2026

Renasant Convention Center

255 N. Main Street

Memphis, TN 38103

5:45 PM - 9:00 PM

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6
Oct
Taste of the District 2026
October 6, 2026

Medical District Park

Madison @ Dunlap

Memphis, TN 38103

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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Memphis Inner City Rugby Celebrates Facility Improvements with MMDC Ribbon Cutting

Memphis Inner City Rugby (MICR) has spent years empowering young athletes to grow both on and off the rugby field. Now, the organization has another milestone to celebrate: an upgraded home base designed to support its players, coaches, and growing community.

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Memphis Inner City Rugby Celebrates Facility Improvements with MMDC Ribbon Cutting

Memphis Inner City Rugby (MICR) has spent years empowering young athletes to grow both on and off the rugby field. Now, the organization has another milestone to celebrate: an upgraded home base designed to support its players, coaches, and growing community.

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From Career Launch Academy to Practical Nursing Graduates

In 2023, at just 17 years old, Amelia Henderson and MacKenzie Thompson entered MMDC’s Career Launch Academy with dreams of becoming registered nurses.

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Memphis Inner City Rugby Celebrates Facility Improvements with MMDC Ribbon Cutting

Memphis Inner City Rugby (MICR) has spent years empowering young athletes to grow both on and off the rugby field. Now, the organization has another milestone to celebrate: an upgraded home base designed to support its players, coaches, and growing community.

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Memphis Cyclists Test Drive New Bike Lane Sweeper Ahead of Fall Cleanup

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