In a recent memorandum released by the White House, President Donald Trump has been declared “fully fit” to perform the responsibilities of the presidency. This statement follows Trump’s annual physical examination, which highlights his “frequent victories” in golf tournaments as a testament to his robust health. The comprehensive note includes findings from laboratory tests, physical examinations, and a cognitive assessment, all concluding that Trump remains in “excellent health.”
According to the memorandum, President Trump, who is currently 78 years old, weighs 224 pounds and stands at 75 inches tall. His resting heart rate is recorded at 62 beats per minute, while his blood pressure is noted as 128/74 mmHg, which is categorized as elevated. Notably, Trump has lost 20 pounds since his final presidential physical in 2020, where he weighed in at 244 pounds. Furthermore, his cholesterol levels have shown improvement since the last health report.
In terms of cognitive health, Trump scored a perfect 30 out of 30 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment exam, a widely recognized tool used by doctors to identify mild cognitive dysfunction. The president proudly informed reporters during a flight to Florida that he “got every answer right” on this assessment, exemplifying his cognitive sharpness.
The examination of Trump’s various bodily systems yielded normal results, including assessments of his eyes, head, ears, nose, and throat. However, the physician noted scarring on Trump’s right ear, a remnant from an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania last year. Dr. Sean Barbabella, the White House physician, emphasized that Trump demonstrates “robust cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and general physical function.” He attributed this vitality to Trump’s active lifestyle, which is further evidenced by the president's participation in numerous meetings, public appearances, and his “frequent victories in golf events.”
In the memorandum, Dr. Barbabella also reported that a colonoscopy performed last summer revealed Trump had diverticulitis, an inflammation resulting from the formation of small pouches in the walls of the colon, known as diverticuli. While this condition is typically asymptomatic, it can occasionally lead to discomfort or bleeding. Additionally, the document mentioned that Trump had undergone cataract surgery at some point, although the specific timing of the procedure was not disclosed.
The memo concludes with a strong affirmation of Trump's health, stating, “President Trump exhibits excellent cognitive and physical health and is fully fit to execute the duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State.” This comprehensive assessment underscores the president's ongoing commitment to maintaining his health and active lifestyle.
This story has been updated with additional information.
