A prominent cardiologist, Dr.Jonathan Reiner, publicly raised several questions regarding President Donald Trump’s most recent medical examination, despite the White House physician’s conclusion that the president is in good overall health.

Reiner focused particularly on the decision to conduct a second coronary artery CT scan only six months after a prior scan, noting that such follow-up imaging is uncommon unless there are concerns stemming from earlier findings.He asked what prompted the repeat test.Reiner outlined a series of additional issues he believes warrant clarification.

He pointed to an apparent inconsistency in the report’s description of Trump’s ankle swelling, which was said to have improved compared to the previous year, even though no swelling had been documented in the earlier exam.

He also questioned why Trump is reportedly taking a dosage of aspirin significantly higher than standard recommendations for cardiovascular prevention.

Other concerns included unexplained bruising on the president’s left hand and the repeated administration of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA), a screening tool used to detect early cognitive impairment.Reiner asked why multiple such tests have been conducted in recent years.He also suggested that Trump’s reported daytime fatigue and sleepiness should be evaluated more thoroughly.

Additionally, Reiner criticized the use of an artificial intelligence-based assessment that estimated Trump’s “heart age,” stating that such tools are not widely accepted in clinical practice.

Finally, he questioned why Trump described the exam as a “semi-annual physical,” implying a shift from the traditional yearly presidential checkup schedule.

While Reiner acknowledged the positive overall health assessment, he emphasized the need for greater transparency and explanation regarding these specific medical details.