Donald Trump's doctor has declared the president in 'excellent health' after a medical exam at Walter Reed National Military Medical Centre, but the report's omission of a skin rash has sparked concerns. Dr Sean Barbabella said Trump, 79, is 'fully fit' to serve following tests including a CT scan, heart imaging, and cancer screenings by 22 specialists.
Trump boasted on Truth Social of a 'perfect score' on a 'difficult cognitive test', claiming 'extreme intelligence'. However, experts suggest the test may be the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, a dementia screening tool. Dr Jonathan Reiner, CNN Medical Analyst, questioned why Trump has taken it four times, and why he had another coronary artery CT scan just six months after the last one.
The exam revealed Trump gained 14 lbs (6.4 kg) since April 2025, now weighing 238 lbs (108 kg), putting his BMI just 0.3 points from obesity. Bruising on his hands was attributed to 'frequent handshaking' and aspirin therapy. The report noted slight lower leg swelling but 'improvement from last year' regarding chronic venous insufficiency.
Trump, who turns 80 next month, is the oldest person elected US president. His predecessor Joe Biden left office at 82 after dropping out of the 2024 race over age concerns. Trump has tried to counter public worries about his stamina, often appearing with makeup covering hand bruises and joking about his fondness for fast food and minimal exercise.
