approved EB-1A
Professor
Cardiology · Poland · 2025-07-05
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metScholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner published over 200 articles in prestigious journals, placing him among the most highly cited experts in cardiology.
Judging (Met)
The petitioner completed over 140 peer reviews for prominent journals and served as a grant reviewer.
Original Contributions (Met)
The petitioner's research reshaped emergency care protocols and guided international treatment standards through registry science.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petitioner submitted evidence of over 200 peer-reviewed journal articles in top-tier venues like JAMA and EuroIntervention, which garnered more than 3,600 citations. Additionally, the petitioner demonstrated a significant record of judging the work of others through over 140 peer reviews for journals such as The Lancet. The case successfully satisfied three EB-1A criteria: scholarly articles, judging, and original contributions of major significance.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
- Over 200 peer-reviewed journal articles (JAMA, EuroIntervention, etc.)
- Over 3,600 citations
- Over 140 peer reviews for journals including The Lancet
- Leadership roles in multinational initiatives and registries
- Doctoral supervisor and grant reviewer roles
- Development of Europe-wide STEMI registry cited in clinical guidelines
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A approved EB-1A (I-140) petition means USCIS determined the petitioner met the eligibility requirements. For appealed cases, "sustained" means the appeal reversed a prior denial. The petitioner can proceed to the next step in the immigration process.
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