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Clinical Fellow

Clinical Medicine · Portugal · 2023-03-02

Processing Time
21 days
Decision Date
2023-03-02
Location
Massachusetts
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to optimize state-of-the-art imaging techniques to perform imaging-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. This work focuses on providing accurate diagnoses for patients with lung and other thoracic malignancies using advanced clinical imaging methods.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The research addresses major challenges in diagnosing thoracic diseases and lung cancer, providing tools of great benefit to clinicians and the U.S. healthcare system.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 13 years of experience and a record of 12 peer-reviewed publications with 155 citations, demonstrating significant influence in the field.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's innovative research in life-saving diagnostic methods makes it beneficial for the U.S. to waive the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 12 peer-reviewed journal articles (4 first-authored) and 155 citations. The petitioner also demonstrated 13 years of relevant research experience and participation in peer review for authoritative journals, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions

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Frequently Asked Questions

A approved EB-2 NIW (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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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 21 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 4

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Total Cases 3,813
Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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