Donald Trump’s MRI Results Are In, Here's What The White House Doctor Said

US President Donald Trump is in “excellent” cardiovascular health, his physician said on Monday after reviewing an MRI scan taken during an unannounced hospital visit that had triggered renewed questions about his overall condition.

Trump, who turns 80 in June, has faced criticism for limited transparency on his health record and for poking fun and criticising his predecessor Joe Biden over his health issues. His sudden October 10 trip to the Walter Reed medical center, outside the usual schedule of his annual physical, fuelled speculation about what prompted the evaluation. The White House has not publicly explained the visit until now.

In a memo released on Monday, White House physician Sean Barbabella said the MRI was carried out as a preventive

measure aimed at early detection and long-term health monitoring. He said the assessment was intended “to identify issues early, confirm overall health, and ensure he maintains long-term vitality.”

According to Barbabella, the scan showed no signs of abnormalities. “Overall, his cardiovascular system shows excellent health. His abdominal imaging is also perfectly normal. All major organs appear very healthy and well-perfused,” he wrote in the memo.

MRI scans are widely used to identify a range of serious medical conditions, including tumors, strokes and multiple sclerosis. They can also detect less critical issues such as inflammation and muscular injuries, making them a common tool for routine preventive checks.

Trump, the oldest person to be sworn in as US president, has avoided directly answering questions from reporters in recent weeks about why he went for the unscheduled assessment, often pointing journalists to his medical team instead.

During his second term, Trump has occasionally appeared with bruising on his right hand, sometimes concealed with makeup. The White House has linked the marks to the aspirin regimen he follows as part of his cardiovascular care plan.

Earlier this year, the administration disclosed that the president had been evaluated for swelling in his legs and diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition caused by weak vein valves that can lead to swelling, cramping and skin changes. Officials said the issue was manageable with medication and targeted procedures.