White House Physician Releases Trump Health Update

Trump, 79, spent roughly three hours at Walter Reed on Tuesday and later told reporters that the examination went “perfectly,” expressing confidence in the results.

According to the report, Trump weighed 238 pounds during the examination, an increase of 14 pounds from his April 2025 physical. Advertisement Physicians provided recommendations regarding diet, physical activity, and weight management, but emphasized that the president remains in strong overall health.

The physician’s report concluded that Trump remains in strong physical condition and capable of fully performing the responsibilities of the presidency, according to multiple reports

Medical guidelines generally classify a BMI of 30 or higher as obese, placing Trump just below that threshold. Advertisement

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“Cognitive and physical performance are excellent. He is fully fit to carry out all duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State.”

He takes three medications, two for his cholesterol and Aspirin. @townhallcom pic.twitter.com/k9wt7fdCFT

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The report also documented bruising on Trump’s hands, explained as “minor soft tissue irritation related to frequent handshaking,” and said it was “a common and benign effect of aspirin therapy.”

At 6 feet, 3 inches tall, Trump’s body mass index was measured at 29.7

According to the latest medical report, Trump still exhibited slight lower-leg swelling during this year’s examination, but his physician noted that the condition has improved since last year.

Barbabella said the president demonstrated strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical health, with no abnormal findings identified during the comprehensive evaluation.

“His demanding daily schedule, including multiple high-level meetings, public engagements, and regular physical activity, continues to support his overall well-being,” Barbabella wrote.

Among the recommendations was a switch to low-dose aspirin, Barbabella’s report said

According to his physicians, he scored a perfect 30 out of 30 — matching the results reported during examinations in 2025 and 2018.

His total cholesterol measured 143, down dramatically from 223 in 2018.

The examination, which Trump described as a comprehensive physical, marked the fourth publicly disclosed medical evaluation since returning to office for his second term.

Beyond that issue, the report found no significant health concerns

The release comes as the administration seeks to demonstrate the president’s health and fitness heading into a critical midterm election cycle.

Administrations from both parties have historically chosen how much information to make public, resulting in varying levels of transparency.

Trump also underwent the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, a widely used screening tool for cognitive impairment and dementia

Biden failed miserably in his lone debate against Trump in June 2024, showing what many said were obvious signs of mental cognitive decline.

He dropped out of his reelection bid not long afterward and endorsed his vice president, Kamala Harris, much to the chagrin of many in the Democrat Party who preferred to have a primary.