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GLOSSARY

Medtail

Medtail

What is Medtail?

Medtail is a term that blends medical and retail, referring to healthcare providers and wellness clinics operating within retail environments – such as shopping malls, street-facing storefronts, or mixed-use developments. These include urgent care centers, dental clinics, dermatology practices, wellness brands, and even outpatient surgical services that occupy traditional retail spaces.

What else should you know?

Medtail represents a shift in how healthcare is accessed – bringing services closer to consumers by integrating them into high-traffic, retail-friendly locations. Property operators are increasingly turning to medtail tenants as part of a diversification strategy that boosts foot traffic and improves tenant mix stability.

Common examples include:

  • Urgent care and walk-in clinics

  • Dental and orthodontic offices

  • Physical therapy and chiropractic centers

  • Med spas and cosmetic dermatology practices

  • Behavioral health and wellness centers

Benefits of Medtail for Retail Properties

 

Medtail tenants offer unique advantages for shopping centers, malls, and mixed-use developments looking to stay relevant and resilient in a changing retail landscape.

  • Increase Foot Traffic Consistency
    Healthcare appointments drive repeat visits and weekday traffic – not just weekend peaks

  • Extend Dwell Time
    Patients may spend more time onsite, often combining appointments with retail or dining activity

  • Diversify Tenant Mix
    Reduces dependency on traditional retail and brings in tenants with long lease terms and strong margins

  • Stabilize Revenue
    Healthcare tenants tend to be less vulnerable to retail seasonality and economic fluctuations

As consumer expectations shift toward convenience and accessibility, medtail is becoming a cornerstone of modern retail strategy. For property owners, it’s more than a trend – it’s a way to build community-centric spaces, generate reliable revenue, and future-proof the retail experience.