President Donald Trump remains in excellent health and is fully fit to carry out the duties of commander in chief, according to an official medical report released Friday. The assessment followed a comprehensive examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and was authored by Dr. Sean Barbabella. It concluded that the president continues to demonstrate strong physical condition and remains capable of fully performing the responsibilities of the presidency.
During the visit, Trump underwent an extensive series of evaluations that included a CT scan, advanced cardiac imaging, cancer screenings, and numerous preventive health assessments. A team of 22 medical specialists participated in the process. Barbabella’s report emphasized that Trump’s cognitive and physical performance are excellent and that he is fully fit to carry out all duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State. The examination marked the fourth publicly disclosed medical evaluation since Trump returned to office for his second term.
At the time of the exam, Trump weighed 238 pounds, an increase of 14 pounds from his April 2025 physical. Standing 6 feet, 3 inches tall, his body mass index measured 29.7. Medical guidelines generally classify a BMI of 30 or higher as obese, placing the president just below that threshold. Physicians offered recommendations regarding diet, physical activity, and weight management while stressing that he remains in strong overall health. The report noted that his demanding daily schedule—including multiple high-level meetings, public engagements, and regular physical activity—continues to support his overall well-being.
The examination also documented bruising on Trump’s hands. Physicians attributed it to minor soft tissue irritation related to frequent handshaking and described it as a common and benign effect of aspirin therapy. Among the recommendations was a switch to low-dose aspirin. Trump takes three medications in total: two for cholesterol management and aspirin. The cholesterol drugs are rosuvastatin, which helps lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol while increasing HDL (“good”) cholesterol, and ezetimibe, which further reduces LDL levels.
The report highlighted significant improvements in Trump’s cholesterol levels. His total cholesterol measured 143, down dramatically from 223 in 2018. Doctors attributed the improvement in part to the medications he takes. Barbabella stated that the president demonstrated strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical health, with no abnormal findings identified during the comprehensive evaluation.
The White House disclosed last year that Trump had been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common age-related condition that can cause blood to pool in the legs and lead to swelling. According to the latest 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.
Trump also underwent the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, a widely used screening tool for cognitive impairment and dementia. His physicians reported that he scored a perfect 30 out of 30, matching the results from examinations in 2025 and 2018.
Trump, who turns 80 next month, was the oldest person ever elected president at the time of his election. His predecessor, President Joe Biden, left office at age 82 after ending his 2024 reelection campaign amid widespread concerns about his age and fitness for another term. Biden performed poorly in his lone debate against Trump in June 2024, displaying what many observers described as clear signs of cognitive decline. He dropped out of the race not long afterward and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris, a decision that drew criticism from some Democrats who preferred a primary contest.
The release of the medical report comes as the administration seeks to demonstrate the president’s health and fitness heading into a critical midterm election cycle. Presidential health disclosures have long been a matter of public interest, though there is no legal requirement that presidents release complete medical records. The latest assessment reinforces the White House’s position that Trump remains capable of meeting the full demands of the office.
