AAPA

Guidelines for Physician Assistants Working Internationally
Policy of the American Academy of Physician Assistants
Adopted May 2001, Reaffirmed 2006

1. PAs should establish and maintain the appropriate physician/PA team.
2. PAs should accurately represent their skills, training, professional credentials, identity or service both directly and indirectly.
3. PAs should provide only those services for which they are qualified via their education and/or experiences, and in accordance with all pertinent legal and regulatory processes.
4. PAs should respect the culture, values, beliefs, and expectations of the patients, local health care providers, and the local health care systems.
5. PAs should take responsibility for being familiar with, and adhering to the customs, laws, and regulations of the country where they will be providing services.
6. When applicable, PAs should identify and train local personnel who can assume the role of providing care and continuing the education process.

All PAs working internationally need to adhere to the above guidelines, as well as the Guidelines for Ethical Conduct for the Physician Assistant Profession.