President Donald Trump’s first physical exam of his second term has been released, providing insights into his health status.
Trump, 78, underwent the evaluation at Walter Reed Army Medical Center near Washington, D.C., on Friday, April 11. He spent the afternoon at the facility before heading to Mar-a-Lago for the weekend. On Sunday, April 13, White House physician Dr. Sean Barbabella made the results public, detailing Trump’s medications, weight loss, and overall health.
Medications and Health Status
The health memo states that Trump is taking two medications for cholesterol control—Rosuvastatin and Ezetimibe. He also takes Aspirin for heart health and uses Mometasone cream as needed for a skin condition.
Trump’s weight has decreased since his last physical exam in 2020. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches tall, he now weighs 224 pounds, compared to 244 pounds during his previous checkup.
Dr. Barbabella confirmed that Trump is “fully fit” to serve as president, citing his “active lifestyle” as a key factor in maintaining good health.
Recent Surgeries and Vaccinations
According to the report, Trump has had cataract surgery on both eyes, though the exact dates are unspecified. He also underwent a colonoscopy in July 2024, which revealed a benign polyp and diverticulosis, a condition affecting the colon’s wall.
Regarding vaccinations, the memo confirmed that Trump is up to date on all recommended vaccines, including those for travel-related diseases.
Physical and Cognitive Health
Dr. Barbabella praised Trump’s health, stating that he remains in “excellent health” with strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical function. The president’s daily schedule includes meetings, public appearances, press events, and regular golf victories.
Earlier in the week, Trump had shared on his Truth Social account that he felt great but acknowledged the importance of having the exam done.
Trump, who became the oldest person to be inaugurated president at 78 years and 7 months, would become the oldest president in U.S. history if he completes his term.
Health Concerns and Campaign Statements
During his first term, Trump was notably secretive about his health and did not release recent medical records as part of his 2024 campaign. After a July assassination attempt where a bullet grazed his ear, his campaign instead issued a memo from Texas Rep. Ronny Jackson, a former White House physician, who expressed full confidence in Trump’s treatment at the hospital.
However, concerns about Trump’s cognitive abilities have been raised. In June 2024, Variety editor-in-chief Ramin Setoodeh claimed Trump struggled with memory during interviews for his book Apprentice in Wonderland. Setoodeh, who conducted multiple lengthy interviews with Trump, said the president often had a “vacant look” and would forget him between conversations.
Trump’s mental health has also been a topic of discussion within his family. His nephew, Fred C. Trump III, spoke about concerns regarding the family’s history of dementia. He noted that Trump’s behavior in recent years, including forgetfulness and disorientation, reminded him of his grandfather, who struggled with dementia. Fred also mentioned a visit to Mar-a-Lago in 2023 where Trump repeatedly said the same things and appeared unusually tired.
Despite these concerns, Trump’s campaign dismissed the interview, calling it “completely fabricated and total fake news.”
