As the definition and documentation of competency in cardiovascular training and practice continues to evolve, a review paper published Sept. 12 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology explores the current cardiovascular competency components, assessment tools and strategies, while identifying future challenges. Jeffery T. Kuvin, MD, FACC, and Eric S. Williams, MD, MACC, write that, as a cardiovascular specialist, developing and documenting one’s level of competency has become increasingly complex. The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, along with other organizations, have highlighted six key areas, which are known as the core competencies – medical knowledge, patient care, practice-based learning and improvement, systems-based practice, professionalism, and interpersonal and communication skills. Read more on ACC.org.