US President Donald Trump underwent a health examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on May 26, 2026, his third visit in 13 months to the facility [1, 2, 3, 4]. Three days later, on May 29, the White House published a detailed medical memo stating that Trump remains in excellent health, with strong cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and overall physical function [1, 3, 4].
White House physician Sean Barbabella highlighted Trump’s "extremely good health," emphasizing the president’s robust heart, lungs, nervous system, and overall bodily functions. He said Trump is in "outstanding condition" and fully capable of carrying out his duties as Commander-in-Chief and head of state [3, 4]. An AI-enhanced EKG analysis estimated Trump’s heart to be approximately 14 years younger than his chronological age of 79, demonstrating unusual cardiac vitality [3].
At the time of the exam, Trump weighed 238 pounds, up from 224 pounds the previous year [3, 4]. He experiences mild leg swelling, which has improved since his 2025 diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency [3, 4]. Bruises on his right hand were attributed to frequent handshakes and low-dose aspirin, deemed medically benign [3, 4]. Photographs from March 2026 showed a red rash on his neck linked to preventive skin treatment, but no further details were disclosed [2, 4].
Trump, who will turn 80 on June 14, 2026, is currently the oldest US president in office [1, 2, 4]. Although the medical report’s release three days after the exam drew some public suspicion about transparency [2, 3, 4], the White House maintains the report provided full details and confirmed Trump’s health status [1, 3, 4]. Trump himself stated, "Everything checked out perfectly" after the examination [1].
The White House is expected to continue routine health evaluations for Trump, with future exams scheduled as part of his ongoing medical care.
