A nutritionist sought EB-2 national interest waiver for clinical pediatric nutrition work. The Director found the underlying EB-2 qualification established. The AAO affirmed that the proposed endeavor lacked national importance under Dhanasar prong one, requiring prospective impact beyond specific employers and patients.

Self-petitioner exercise physiologist seeks national interest waiver for proposed work in adaptive physical education, preventive activity, and weight loss services. AAO held proposed endeavor lacked national importance under Dhanasar first prong because it offered no broader implications beyond applicant's services, thus failing NIW eligibility despite substantial merit.

A nutritionist with advanced degree sought a national interest waiver. The AAO found her proposed work providing general nutrition consulting lacks national importance under Dhanasar, as it does not impact the broader field or create substantial U.S. economic benefits.

Physical therapist with Brazilian credentials sought EB-2 NIW classification. AAO reversed the Service Center finding and held petitioner failed to establish advanced degree professional status or exceptional ability, with insufficient progressive post-baccalaureate experience, making NIW analysis unnecessary.