@Reddyparent3
You are misinterpreting what I write. I mentioned research as alternate means of proving competency in a very specific academic area-- for example biochemistry or modern physics–because it is allowed by some medical schools instead of taking an actual course called “biochemistry” or “physics 2”. Is it a commonly employed alternate means? No. But it is an option for the rare and unusual student who chooses to pursue that path.
Competency based admission does not negate/has never negated the expectation/requirement that applicants have excellent GPAs and strong MCAT scores; instead it expands the expectations to include excellent GPA, strong MCAT and significant additional research experience and/or top grades in upper level science coursework. (Most successful med school applicants have the latter 2 items anyway…)