Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow (Parenthetical) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Interest paid, capitalized	$ 1,729	$ 1,596	$ 896
MPT Operating Partnership, L.P. [Member]
Interest paid, capitalized	$ 1,729	$ 1,596	$ 896