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Health care is moving into empty retail boxes
Research - FEBRUARY 6, 2026

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Health care is moving into empty retail boxes

by Andrea Zander

The post-retail environment has reshaped the opportunity set for health care real estate. As retail vacancy has increased, health care providers have gained access to well-located spaces with strong parking, visibility and ease of access — qualities that are increasingly central to patient care and operations. A pricing gap between medical office and net-lease retail has created a compelling investment opportunity in health care real estate. Daniel Eisenstadt, founder and CEO of Terramed Real Estate Solutions, in an interview with IREI, says the trend toward better-equipped, conveniently located, single-tenant health care facilities will grow, reflecting how people live today and their demand for accessibility and expanded hours. At the same time, persistent shortages of doctors, veterinarians, nurses and technicians are shaping real estate decisions, as clinicians increasingly seek environments that allow them to deliver care at the highest level. Older, retrofitted office buildi

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