The White House released a memo from Dr. Sean Barbabella detailing the results of President Donald Trump’s recent visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. According to the memo dated Tuesday and released late Friday, Trump “remains in excellent health, demonstrating strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological and overall physical function” and is “fully fit to carry out all duties” of the presidency. This was Trump’s third visit to Walter Reed in 13 months and fourth in his second presidency.
Physical examination findings
The memo noted Trump has experienced “slight lower leg swelling” with “improvement from last year.” Hand bruising, described as “common” and “benign,” continues to be attributed to “minor soft tissue irritation related to frequent handshaking in the setting of aspirin use for cardiovascular prevention.” The memo attributed Trump a height of 6ft 3in (190cm) and weight of 238lbs (108kg). Preventive counseling was provided including guidance on diet, a low-dose aspirin recommendation, increased physical activity, and continued weight loss.
Neurological and cardiac findings
Trump underwent “a comprehensive neurological examination demonstrated normal mental status,” including screenings for depression and anxiety. The memo confirmed the president’s overall cardiac function is normal. The memo did not address skin treatment the president underwent in March on his neck, nor did it specify whether he underwent a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) exam, though he did have one in October.
Presidential health history
Trump is the oldest person ever elected to the White House, with his 80th birthday on June 14. The visit was closely watched as the White House has previously detailed several of the president’s health conditions after pictures revealed swollen ankles, bruised hands, and a blotchy neck at various points. Trump maintained after his Tuesday visit that “everything checked out perfectly.”
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