Guidelines for Cultural Competency and Ethical Behavior in Global Surgery Collaborations

Key concepts for cultural competency and ethical behavior were generated by the academic global surgery committee of the Society for University Surgeons in collaboration with the Association for Academic Global Surgery. The guidelines provide a framework for high-income country members when collaborating with low-middle income country partners, addressing preparation, standardization, community engagement, limits of practice, patient autonomy, trainees, pitfalls, and gray areas. This framework aids in addressing potential issues in global surgery collaborations.