President Donald Trump has been declared in excellent health by the White House physician following his recent medical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. This marks his third in-person checkup in the past 13 months. Dr. Sean Barbabella, the president’s physician, confirmed that Trump is fully fit to perform all duties required of the Commander-in-Chief.
Comprehensive Health Assessment
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. These were attributed to frequent handshaking and aspirin use for cardiovascular prevention. Trump’s weight was recorded at 238 pounds, with a resting heart rate of 73 beats per minute.
Trump also underwent a neurological exam, which included cognitive function screening, scoring a perfect 30 out of 30. Dr. Barbabella stated that the President is on medication for cholesterol control and cardiac prevention, and remains up to date on all preventive screenings and immunizations.
Preventive Health Measures
Routine cancer screenings, cardiovascular risk assessments, and metabolic evaluations are current and within recommended intervals. Preventive counseling was provided, including dietary guidance, a recommendation to take a low-dose aspirin, increased physical activity, and continued weight loss.
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 claim supported by his recent checkup. Following his visit to Walter Reed, Trump expressed his satisfaction on Truth Social, thanking the medical staff for their care.
Speculation and Clarifications
Despite occasional speculation about his health, fueled by moments of apparent drowsiness and a bruised right hand, the White House attributes these to frequent handshaking and aspirin use. Last year, it was revealed that Trump has chronic venous insufficiency, a non-life-threatening condition causing poor circulation and leg swelling.
In October, after a visit to Walter Reed, Trump disclosed undergoing an MRI, which was later clarified as a CT scan of his heart and abdomen to rule out cardiovascular issues. Dr. Barbabella emphasized that the advanced imaging showed no abnormalities, reaffirming Trump’s robust health status.
Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.
