American College of Cardiology

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American College of Cardiology

The American College of Cardiology in 2012
Type	Nonprofit medical association
Established	1949
Location	Washington, D.C., U.S. 38°54′25.24″N 77°3′6.56″W / 38.9070111°N 77.0518222°W / 38.9070111; -77.0518222
Website	acc.org

The American College of Cardiology (ACC), based in Washington, D.C., is a nonprofit medical association established in 1949. It bestows credentials upon cardiovascular specialists who meet its qualifications. Education is a core component of the college, which is also active in the formulation of health policy and the support of cardiovascular research.