Trump Doctor Says He’s Excellent, Urges Weight Loss
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- Donald Trump underwent his annual exam at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and a White House memo declared his overall health “excellent” with strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and physical function.
- Donald Trump scored a perfect 30 out of 30 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, indicating normal cognitive health.
- Donald Trump now weighs 238 lb, up 14 lb since his April 2025 exam, and his doctor advised diet, exercise, and weight loss while he continues cholesterol medication and aspirin.
- Donald Trump’s resting heart rate was 73 bpm and his cardiac age was estimated to be 14 years younger than his chronological age.
- Donald Trump has chronic venous insufficiency causing slight lower‑leg swelling, and hand bruising was attributed to aspirin therapy.
Why it matters: The White House can rely on Trump's medical clearance to pursue its $10 B+ weekly funding request and manage the $20 B legal battle without health‑related disruptions.
