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Published AAO appeal decisions
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- EB-1AHealthcare, clinicalApr 2023Dismissed
A gastroenterologist physician sought extraordinary ability classification, claiming nine criteria. The AAO left judging and scholarly articles undisturbed, found awards and original contributions not met and exhibitions inapplicable, and dismissed the appeal because acclaim and top-of-field standing were not shown.
2 of 8 criteria metRead → - O-1AHealthcare, clinicalMar 2023Dismissed
Dismissed · 5 criteria reviewed2 of 5 criteria metRead → - O-1AHealthcare, clinicalFeb 2023DismissedDismissed · 7 criteria reviewed1 of 7 criteria metRead →
- EB-1AHealthcare, clinicalJan 2023Dismissed
Self-petitioner, physician specializing in clinical and other medicine, sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. Met only two of ten criteria: scholarly articles and judging. Failed to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or recognition as top practitioner. Record shows accomplished but not extraordinarily able physician.
2 of 8 criteria metRead →