A physical therapist with advanced degree seeks NIW for employment in functional dermatology and orthopedics. AAO affirmed denial because the proposed endeavor lacks national importance; it benefits patients only, not the physical therapy field or healthcare industry broadly, despite being a meritorious undertaking.

Physical therapist sought NIW for EB-2 classification to operate therapy clinic in Florida. AAO dismissed appeal, finding petitioner failed to identify specific or consistent proposed endeavor and did not establish national importance. Patient care duties lack scale rising to national importance.

Physical therapy specialist seeking EB-2 national interest waiver. AAO found petitioner qualified for underlying EB-2 but failed first Dhanasar prong: substantial merit was demonstrated but national importance was not, as proposed endeavor would impact only employer and patients, not broader field.

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.