Chayakrit Krittanawong, MD, FACC, FSCAI
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Why I built Vitahash
Cardiovascular Certification Must Measure the Competencies AI Cannot Replace
Cardiovascular medicine has evolved rapidly, while physician certification remains largely centered on periodic knowledge-based examinations. The emergence of increasingly capable artificial intelligence (AI) systems challenges this traditional model and raises a fundamental question: should certification continue to primarily measure what physicians know, or should it measure how physicians apply knowledge in clinical practice? I propose a modern certification framework focused on demonstrated clinical competence, continuous learning, individualized assessment, practice improvement, and the ability to appropriately use, supervise, and override AI. Such a model could better reflect the evolving competencies required of contemporary cardiologists while maintaining accountability and professional standards. The future of cardiovascular certification should be centered not simply on knowledge acquisition, but on clinical judgment, adaptability, and competence in an AI enabled healthcare environment.