Training in interventional cardiology in the United States: program accreditation and physician certification

There are numerous professional organizations of medical specialists in the United States. In general, eligibility for membership of these organizations requires board certification. These organizations collaborate with the specialty boards to determine the standards of education, training and practice for their respective disciplines. The American College of Cardiology (ACC) is the United States’ professional organization for board-certified cardiologists and cardiovascular surgeons. The Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions is a professional organization of invasive cardiologists. Fellowship in the Society requires the completion of at least 1000 cardiac catheterization procedures.