dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Gastroenterology
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the sustained national or international acclaim required for an alien of extraordinary ability. The director determined, and the AAO agreed, that the petitioner's achievements were not indicative of someone who has risen to the very top of their field. The AAO also rejected counsel's legal arguments regarding case law and a prior Schedule A approval as non-binding.
Criteria Discussed
Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards
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