Trump in 'excellent health' but advised to lose weight, doctor's memo says

President Donald Trump underwent his annual medical examination, with his doctor reporting him in "excellent health" while recommending weight loss. The White House released a memo from Navy Captain Sean Barbabella on Friday, following the check-up at Walter Reed Military Hospital. The report aimed to address concerns about the president's vigor, particularly as he approaches his 80th birthday on June 14.

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President Trump remains in excellent health, demonstrating strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical function.

According to the three-page memo, Trump demonstrates "strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical function." Barbabella concluded that the president is "fully fit to carry out all duties of the Commander-in-Chief and Head of State." The examination included "preventative counseling," with guidance on diet, a recommendation for low-dose aspirin, increased physical activity, and continued weight loss.

The report detailed Trump's physical metrics: he stands at six foot three inches (191 cm) and weighs 238 pounds (108 kilograms), which is 14 pounds (6.4 kilograms) more than his previous full annual medical. His cardiac age is estimated to be about 14 years younger than his chronological age, and he scored "30 out of 30" on a cognitive assessment. Trump has frequently highlighted his performance on cognitive tests.

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Preventative counseling was provided, including guidance on diet, recommendation to take a low-dose aspirin, increased physical activity, and continued weight loss.

The memo also addressed specific observations, including bruising on his right hand, described as "ecchymosis" consistent with "minor soft tissue irritation related to frequent handshaking in the setting of aspirin use for cardiovascular prevention." It also noted "scarring of the right ear consistent with prior gunshot injury," referencing an assassination attempt in 2024. Trump is currently on three medications: two for cholesterol control and one aspirin for cardiovascular prevention. He has also been evaluated for chronic venous insufficiency causing leg swelling and has sometimes appeared with swollen ankles.

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Examination of the dorsal hands revealed ecchymosis (bruising), consistent with minor soft tissue irritation related to frequent handshaking in the setting of aspirin use for cardiovascular prevention.