Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Plastic Surgery (2010): did not establish extraordinary ability as a plastic surgeon
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the requisite extraordinary ability as a plastic surgeon. The director determined that the petitioner did not provide extensive documentation demonstrating sustained national or international acclaim, a conclusion upheld by the AAO.
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Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Scientific Or Scholarly Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Display Of The Alien'S Work At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Performing In A Leading Or Critical Role Commanded A High Salary Or Other Significantly High Remuneration Commercial Successes In The Performing Arts
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