President Donald Trump has been declared in excellent health by his physician, Dr. Sean Barbabella, following a recent medical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. This marks the third in-person checkup for Trump in the past 13 months.
Medical Examination Details
Dr. Barbabella’s memo, released by the White House, confirmed that President Trump is fully fit to perform his duties as Commander-in-Chief. The examination included a series of tests assessing cardiac function, eye health, and pulmonary function, among other areas. The results were largely normal, with only slight lower leg swelling and minor bruising on the hand noted, attributed to frequent handshaking and aspirin use for cardiovascular prevention.
The memo, issued three days after the examination, also reported Trump’s weight at 238 pounds and a resting heart rate of 73 beats per minute. A neurological exam, including cognitive function screening, was conducted, with Trump scoring 30 out of 30, indicating normal cognitive function.
Preventive Measures and Health Maintenance
Dr. Barbabella noted that President Trump is taking medication for cholesterol control and cardiac prevention. The President is up to date on all preventive screenings and immunizations, including routine cancer screenings, cardiovascular risk assessments, and metabolic evaluations. Preventive counseling was provided, with recommendations for diet, low-dose aspirin, increased physical activity, and continued weight loss.
President Trump, who will turn 80 in June, is the oldest person to assume the presidency. He has consistently maintained that he is in excellent health, a sentiment he reiterated on Truth Social following his recent visit to Walter Reed.
Background and Previous Health Concerns
Last year, the White House disclosed that Trump has chronic venous insufficiency, a non-life-threatening condition causing poor circulation and leg swelling. In October, Trump underwent a CT scan of his heart and abdomen to rule out cardiovascular issues, which revealed no abnormalities. Dr. Barbabella emphasized that the advanced imaging was perfectly normal.
Despite occasional speculation about his health, particularly regarding moments of apparent drowsiness and a bruised right hand, the White House attributes these to frequent handshaking and aspirin use. Dr. Barbabella’s consistent reports affirm Trump’s robust cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and general physical health.
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