Trump’s health report ‘too good to be true’ as doctors sound alarm over ‘cover up’ | World | News
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Doctors have surprisingly claimed that US President Donald Trump’s medical report is “too good to be true”. President Donald Trump underwent a medical evaluation last Tuesday at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, described as a “six-month exam.”
After the appointment, she declared on social media that it had been a great success, insisting that “everything had been checked out perfectly.” The White House took an unusually long time to announce the results of the check-up, sparking new speculation about the 79-year-old President’s health. Trump has faced increasing scrutiny in recent months over visible bruises on his hands, swelling on his ankles and suggestions from critics that his mental acuity may be deteriorating. “There’s no reason to hide the President’s medical results unless there’s something that hasn’t been told to the American public,” said Jonathan Reiner, a cardiologist who previously served as former Vice President Dick Cheney’s physician.
Reiner made this statement on social media as questions about the delayed release of Trump’s medical report continue to grow.
Three days after the medical exam, the White House released a report from Trump’s doctor, U.S. Navy Capt. Sean Barbarella, stating that the President “is in excellent health” and has strong heart, lung and neurological functions, as well as strong overall physical health.
The assessment detailed Trump’s basic health metrics, summarized the results of various screenings and tests, and included a series of recommendations aimed at preserving his long-term health through preventive care.
According to the report, the President is 6 ft 3 inches tall and weighs 238 lbs, an increase of 14 lbs from the previous year. The evaluation stated that despite gaining weight, he had a healthy resting heart rate and normal blood pressure.
It was also noted that Trump takes two medications to manage his cholesterol, as well as aspirin, as part of his heart health regimen.
Texas vascular surgeon David Shutze, who questioned the glowing findings, told the Wall Street Journal that the results looked unusually positive for someone Trump’s age.
He said: “This report is too good to be true for someone his age” and added: “This appears to be a filtered narrative.”
79-year-old Trump narrowly surpassed Joe Biden to become the oldest person ever elected as the President of the United States.
While presidents are not required to release their medical records, Trump faced pressure to do so after repeatedly questioning Biden’s health during the election campaign.
Critics, including Dr David Shutze and Dr Jonathan Reiner, have challenged elements of the report, noting the lack of detailed supporting data and questioning why some tests were repeated.
Reiner also dismissed the AI assessment that showed Trump’s “heart age” as 15 years younger than his actual age, saying it was not a recognized clinical tool.
The president has previously faced questions about bruises on his hands and swelling on his legs; these swellings were later attributed to chronic venous insufficiency.
The White House said the report was intended as an executive summary and defended not citing detailed screening results.
Communications director Steven Cheung accused outside doctors of “wildly speculating” and insisted Trump was releasing more information about his health than previous presidents.
