A report from the Wall Street Journal outlines the close medical arrangements surrounding Donald Trump and his physician, Dr. Sean Barbabella, who must always be within three minutes of him. Barbabella's health reports have been highly favorable, suggesting Trump has a cardiac age significantly younger than his actual age. However, Trump's history of receiving overly positive evaluations from doctors, coupled with his recent comments about disregarding medical advice, raises concerns about the reliability of these assessments.
Key facts
- Dr. Sean Barbabella must be within three minutes of Trump at all times.
- Barbabella's May 2026 report claimed Trump's cardiac age is 14 years younger than his actual age.
- Trump has a history of receiving extravagant praise from his doctors.
- Harold Bornstein, Trump's former doctor, later admitted he did not fully write a letter praising Trump's health.
- Trump stated at a rally that he ignores some medical advice regarding aspirin intake.
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