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Despite the growing development of cardiogeriatrics, the core competencies required for contemporary geriatric cardiology practice remain insufficiently defined. Methods: This narrative review synthesises evidence from cardiology, geriatrics, heart failure, and the palliative care literature, complemented by clinical expertise in integrated cardiogeriatric care pathways, to identify key competencies relevant to the care of older adults with cardiovascular disease. Results: Four major domains of geriatric cardiology competencies were identified: (1) advanced cardiovascular expertise adapted to ageing physiology, frailty, and multimorbidity; (2) integration of comprehensive geriatric assessment into cardiovascular decision-making; (3) a dedicated cardiogeriatric communication mindset supporting shared decision-making under prognostic uncertainty; and (4) system-based competencies focused on multidisciplinary coordination, care transitions, and therapeutic proportionality. Conclusions: Defining the core competencies of the geriatric cardiologist is essential to addressing the clinical and organisational challenges of an ageing cardiovascular population. 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