sustained EB-2 NIW

sustained EB-2 NIW Case: Medicine

📅 Date unknown 👤 Individual 📂 Medicine

Decision Summary

The AAO affirmed the director's prior approval of the petition, which was reviewed on certification. The decision clarified that the medical examination requirements of INA § 212(a)(5)(B) do not apply to physicians who graduate from accredited medical schools. The petitioner, a Doctor of Osteopathy, met the specific requirements for a physician-based national interest waiver by agreeing to work in a designated health professional shortage area, as supported by a state department of health attestation.

Criteria Discussed

Advanced Degree Physician National Interest Waiver Work In Medically Underserved Area Public Interest Attestation Admissibility Requirements For Physicians (Ina 212(A)(5)(B)) Eligibility Of Doctors Of Osteopathy

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