Date of Decision: APR. 20, 2016
Service Center: Nebraska Service Center
Form Type: Form I-140
Case Type: EB1 Extraordinary Ability
Petitioner Information
Profession: Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Field: Medical Surgery and Clinical Instruction
Nationality: Not Specified
Summary of Decision
Initial Decision: Denied
Appeal Outcome: Sustained
Evidentiary Criteria Analysis
Criteria Met:
Criterion 1: Participation as a judge of the work of others
Description: Demonstrated through peer review of numerous articles for multiple medical journals.
Criterion 2: Authorship of scholarly articles
Description: Authored over eighty articles in distinguished journals, with evidence of citations favoring his work.
Criterion 3: Performance of a leading or critical role for distinguished organizations
Description: Played a crucial role in organ procurement for transplantation and contributed significantly to heart transplantation programs.
Criteria Not Met:
None specified.
Key Points from the Decision
Awards and Prizes Won:
Not specified.
Published Materials About the Petitioner:
Summary of findings: The petitioner’s work and contributions have been favorably cited in various academic and professional publications.
Original Contributions of Major Significance:
Summary of findings: Significant contributions to heart and lung transplantation, enhancing the success rates and procedures in the field.
Participation as a Judge:
Summary of findings: Acted as a peer reviewer and session moderator at major medical conferences, showcasing leadership and expertise.
Membership in Associations:
Not specified.
Authorship of Scholarly Articles:
Summary of findings: Authored numerous influential articles, enhancing knowledge and practices within cardiothoracic surgery.
Leading or Critical Role Performed:
Summary of findings: Key roles in major medical procedures and research initiatives, crucial to the advancement of medical science in cardiothoracic surgery.
Artistic Exhibitions or Showcases:
Not applicable.
Evidence of High Salary or Remuneration:
Not specified.
Commercial Successes in the Performing Arts:
Not applicable.
Supporting Documentation
The petitioner provided extensive documentation including peer-reviewed articles, references from leading medical professionals, and evidence of significant roles in major medical institutions and procedures.
Conclusion
Final Determination: The petitioner’s appeal is sustained. The evidence collectively demonstrated his extraordinary ability in the field of cardiothoracic surgery, fulfilling the criteria for the EB-1 classification.
Reasoning: The appeal panel recognized the petitioner’s sustained national and international acclaim and significant contributions to the medical field.
Next Steps: The petitioner is recommended to continue his valuable contributions to the medical field in the United States.
