President Joe Biden underwent a neurological exam at the White House on Jan. 17, with the results later being included in his annual physical report more than a month later, as confirmed by the White House on Tuesday.
The White House press secretary initially misstated that the Jan. 17 meeting was unrelated to the president's care but later clarified that it was indeed part of Biden's physical examination. The meeting involved a renowned neurological expert and Biden's personal doctor, with the findings from each exam being made public.
Following concerns about the president's health after a recent debate, the White House has faced the need to provide clarifications on multiple occasions. In one instance, it was revealed that Biden had been checked by his doctor after the debate, despite earlier statements suggesting otherwise.
The White House also addressed the presence of the neurologist, Dr. Cannard, who had visited the White House multiple times. It was confirmed that Cannard had conducted neurological exams during Biden's presidency but denied any treatment for Parkinson's disease.
The annual physical report released on Feb. 28 indicated that Biden's neurological exam showed no signs of central neurological disorders. The report highlighted the detailed nature of the exam and the absence of conditions like stroke, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson's disease.
Dr. Cannard, who has been a neurology consultant to the White House medical unit for twelve years, has been involved in supporting White House operations by conducting regular neurology clinics.
The clarification from the White House press secretary emphasized the transparency efforts in providing accurate information to the public regarding President Biden's health and medical evaluations.
