dismissed EB-2 NIW Case: Neurosurgery
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that he would serve the national interest to a substantially greater degree than a minimally qualified U.S. worker. The AAO found that the petitioner's research was part of his temporary residency training and did not sufficiently demonstrate a track record of influence or guarantee future contributions beyond the scope of his training. The petition also contained template language suggesting the petitioner was a 'junior resident,' which undermined claims of his significant impact.
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