President Donald Trump has emerged with a clean bill of health after completing his first official physical exam of his second term — and the findings are grabbing attention.
On Friday, April 11, the 78-year-old president visited Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where he spent several hours undergoing an extensive medical evaluation. Shortly after, he flew to his Mar-a-Lago resort to enjoy the weekend.
On Sunday, April 13, the White House unveiled a detailed memo from Dr. Sean Barbabella, President Trump’s physician, shedding light on the president’s health status, medications, recent weight loss, and overall fitness to lead.
Dr. Barbabella confirmed that President Trump is currently taking two medications — Rosuvastatin and Ezetimibe — to manage his cholesterol levels, along with a daily low-dose aspirin for heart protection. Additionally, Trump uses Mometasone cream as needed to treat a minor skin condition.
Towering at 6-foot-3, the president now weighs 224 pounds — a notable drop from the 244 pounds recorded in 2020 during his previous term. This impressive 20-pound weight loss underscores his commitment to a healthier lifestyle.
Dr. Barbabella praised President Trump’s physical condition, declaring that the commander-in-chief remains “fully fit” to carry out his demanding duties. He credited Trump’s busy daily routine — packed with meetings, public appearances, and regular golf rounds — as a major contributor to his strong health.
The memo also revealed that Trump underwent cataract surgery on both eyes at an undisclosed time and had a routine colonoscopy in July 2024, which identified a benign polyp and minor diverticulosis—common conditions among older adults.
All of the president’s vaccinations, including those required for international travel, are current, ensuring he stays protected while representing the nation abroad.
“President Trump continues to enjoy robust cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and general physical function,” Dr. Barbabella noted, emphasizing the president’s impressive stamina at age 78.
Earlier in the week, Trump took to Truth Social to share his optimism, posting, “I have never felt better, but nonetheless, these important checkups must be done!”
After making history in January as the oldest president ever inaugurated, Donald Trump is now on course to set yet another milestone—completing his second term in robust health.
During his first term, Trump faced scrutiny for being selective about releasing medical information. Following a dramatic assassination attempt in July 2024—when a bullet grazed his ear—his campaign responded swiftly with a memo from former White House physician Rep. Ronny Jackson, who fully endorsed the president’s medical care and recovery.
Despite ongoing media speculation about Trump’s memory and cognitive abilities, the latest physical exam found no cause for concern. Critics like journalist Ramin Setoodeh have suggested memory lapses based on interviews, but these claims remain unsupported by any clinical evidence.
Even family members, such as Fred C. Trump III, who voiced concerns to PEOPLE magazine, have been swiftly dismissed by Trump’s campaign as spreading “fake news” amid the heated 2024 election season.
In contrast, the latest medical assessment reinforces what supporters have long asserted: President Trump remains sharp, resilient, and more determined than ever to keep America moving forward.