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Published AAO appeal decisions
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2005-2026
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Aug 31, 2026
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- EB-1AHealthcare, clinical2017Dismissed
A staff physician claimed extraordinary ability in medicine under EB-1A. The AAO found he met only two criteria: judging and scholarly articles. His claims for membership, original contributions, and critical role were rejected as insufficient. Appeals dismissed because three criteria required.
2 of 8 criteria metRead → - EB-1AHealthcare, clinical2017Dismissed
A medical director and spinal surgeon sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. Petitioner claimed membership, original contributions, and high salary criteria in addition to judging and scholarly articles. AAO dismissed, finding membership and judging not met and that aggregate record does not demonstrate extraordinary ability.
1 of 7 criteria metRead →