President Donald Trump was observed at the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., on April 7, 2025. His physician, Dr. Sean Barbabella, released a report on April 13 stating that Trump remains in excellent health and is fully capable of serving as Commander-in-Chief. This report followed Trump’s recent medical appointment at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where he underwent his first physical of his second presidential term.
According to the report, Trump’s height is 75 inches and weight is 224 pounds. Various body system scans, including the eyes, ears, neck, throat, and heart, all showed normal results. The physician also mentioned scarring on Trump’s right ear from an assassination attempt in July 2024.
Additionally, the report revealed that Trump had a colonoscopy in the summer of 2024, which detected a benign polyp and diverticulitis. The physician recommended a follow-up colonoscopy in three years. Trump’s medical history includes a previous COVID-19 infection and bilateral cataract surgery.
Dr. Barbabella emphasized that Trump maintains robust physical and cognitive health, attributing it to his active lifestyle that includes golf and the demands of his position. Trump scored a perfect 30 out of 30 on a cognitive assessment exam.
The release of these medical results addresses concerns raised by calls for transparency regarding Trump’s health, particularly after his opponent, Kamala Harris, released her own medical records in 2024. Trump, who is the oldest president to begin a second term, has faced scrutiny over his health throughout his presidency. The report provides the most comprehensive update on his health since his 2018 physical examination.
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