The MeidasTouch Podcast Dr. Vin Gupta Addresses Major Concerns on Trump’s Health
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Jan 2, 2026 Dr. Vin Gupta, a physician and public health expert, joins Ben Meiselas to discuss Donald Trump’s worrying health signs. Gupta critiques the confusing health reports surrounding Trump, emphasizing the unusual nature of recent imaging. He also addresses lifestyle choices impacting cardiovascular risk and raises concerns about Trump’s fragmented speech. Moreover, Gupta offers practical advice for those affected by ACA subsidy expirations, including healthcare options and cost-saving medication tips. A thought-provoking conversation on health and policy!
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Frequent MOCA Claims Raise Questions
- Repeatedly touting passing the MOCA test can raise more suspicion than reassurance.
- Vin Gupta notes frequent testing suggests monitoring for cognitive decline rather than a mark of robust health.
Imaging Confusion Undermines Transparency
- Confusion over whether the president had a CT or MRI undermines trust in his medical team's transparency.
- Vin Gupta says a personal physician should not mix up those very different tests.
Selective Imaging Fuels Speculation
- Releasing selective imaging findings (torso but not brain) invites speculation about hidden results.
- Gupta emphasizes that abdominal MRIs or CTs alone are uncommon and raise questions about what was omitted.