The Regional Medical Center at Memphis is more commonly known as The MED. The hospital's history dates back decades. It serves the area's indigent population but also includes the only level one trauma center in the Midsouth (named after Elvis Presley). The MED's campus is comprised of multiple buildings of varying ages. However, the most prominent part of The MED is located on Jefferson Avenue and features a number of "pavilions." Glass-enclosed pedestrian walkways connect the structures. One of the pavilions actually straddles Jefferson Avenue. Completed in the early 1980's, this area recently underwent some cosmetic improvements. There has long been interest in the construction of a new MED. A master plan is currently in the works.
