Overview
- Presidential physician Sean P. Barbabella said Trump completed a scheduled follow-up evaluation at Walter Reed on Oct. 10 that included advanced imaging, lab testing, and preventive assessments.
- In preparation for upcoming international travel, the visit included administration of the annual influenza vaccine and an updated COVID-19 booster.
- Barbabella reported that Trump continues to demonstrate excellent overall health and cited a cardiac age roughly 14 years younger than his chronological age.
- The CDC has moved to a shared clinical decision-making approach for updated COVID-19 vaccination, with acting director Jim O’Neill emphasizing individualized risk–benefit discussions.
- The Walter Reed visit is Trump’s second this year after an April physical, following a July disclosure of chronic venous insufficiency with visible lower‑leg swelling.