Letter from Physician to the President Dr. Kevin O'Connor

PHYSICIAN TO THE PRESIDENT

THE WHITE HOUSE

20 July 2024

MEMORANDUM FOR:      KARINE JEAN-PIERRE
                                             ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT AND
                                             WHITE HOUSE PRESS SECRETARY

FROM:                                 KEVIN C. O'CONNOR, D.O., FAAFP
                                             PHYSICIAN TO THE PRESIDENT

SUBJECT:                            President Biden COVID Update

President Biden completed his sixth dose of PAXLOVID this morning. He is still experiencing a loose, non productive cough and hoarseness, but his symptoms continue to improve steadily. His pulse, blood pressure, respiratory rate and temperature remain absolutely normal. His oxygen saturation continues to be excellent on room air. His lungs remain clear.

Genomic sequencing has determined that the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) variant which the President has encountered is the KP .2.3 variant. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the KP .2.3 variant accounts for approximately 33.3% of new infections in the United States.

The President continues to tolerate treatment well and will continue PAXLOVID as planned. He continues to perform all of his presidential duties.

I will continue to keep your office updated with any changes in his condition or treatment plan.

Respectfully submitted,

Kevin C. O'Connor, D.O., FAAFP
Physician to the President
The White House
Associate Professor, The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences