Trump also said he was returning to the White House after the examination. “Thank you to the great Doctors and Staff! Heading back to the White House.”

White House boasts Trump's "excellent health" as questions loom over the medical reality of the oldest inaugurated president.

As Donald Trump approaches his 80th birthday, his upcoming medical exam at Walter Reed renews public focus on his health and fitness for office.

The check-up follows questions about his apparent sleepiness in meetings and bruising on his hand.