The White House characterized the doctor’s visit as a “routine yearly checkup,” even though the president had already undergone his annual physical in April.
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Donald Trump, the oldest person ever elected president of the United States, underwent what he called a “semiannual physical” at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Friday.
The visit, announced earlier in the week, comes as Trump prepares for a Middle East trip following a ceasefire agreement in the Israel-Hamas conflict. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt described the appointment as a “routine yearly checkup,” though Trump had already received his annual physical in April.
Trump departed the White House around 10:45 a.m. and returned at 2:15 p.m., slightly ahead of schedule. He did not respond to reporters’ questions upon his return, and the White House has not said when it will release details of the examination.
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The administration declined to clarify why Trump was undergoing another “yearly” checkup just six months after his last one. When asked on Thursday, Trump told reporters, “I’m meeting with the troops, and I’m also going to do a sort of semiannual physical, which I do. I think I’m in great shape, but I’ll let you know.”
A statement from Trump’s physician, Dr. Sean Barbabella, said the visit was part of the president’s ongoing health maintenance plan. Barbabella noted that the evaluation included advanced imaging and laboratory tests, describing the results as routine and stating that Trump is in “exceptional health.
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According to Barbabella, Trump’s “cardiac age” was determined to be 14 years younger than his actual age of 79.
Trump’s April physical concluded that he was “fully fit” to serve as commander in chief. That report showed he had lost 20 pounds (9 kg) since June 2020 and maintained an “active lifestyle” contributing positively to his wellbeing.
Since then, Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition common in older adults that can cause leg swelling. His doctor also addressed concerns about bruising on his hand, attributing it to irritation from frequent handshaking and the use of aspirin for cardiovascular health.
Recent images showing a purplish bruise on Trump’s hand—apparently covered with makeup—sparked online speculation about his health. Leavitt later said the White House released details of his diagnosis to dispel rumors.
Trump also passed a brief cognitive screening during his April exam.
Presidents have wide discretion over how much of their medical information they choose to release. Trump’s April summary included data on his weight, BMI, cholesterol, blood pressure, past surgeries, and mental health screenings. His previous medical reports have often been complimentary but light on details.
Trump’s health has long been the subject of public scrutiny. Concerns intensified this summer when he disappeared from public view for several days, prompting viral speculation about his condition. Trump dismissed the rumors on social media, writing, “NEVER FELT BETTER IN MY LIFE!”—a declaration that only deepened suspicions among critics.