Success Story: An Associate Specialist Secure NIW Success with Premium Processing Service and Our Strategic Filing
Client’s Testimonial:
“Thanks so much for all your hard work on my EB2 petition! I’m really glad that I got to work this with you—it made everything go so smoothly.”
On September 11th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for an Associate Specialist in the Field of Medical Imaging Processing (Approval Notice).
General Field: Medical Imaging Processing
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Associate Specialist
Country of Origin: Taiwan
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: California
Approval Notice Date: September 11th, 2025
Processing Time: 1 month, 21 days (Premium Processing Requested)
Case Summary:
In the evolving landscape of healthcare technology, imaging innovation is critical for addressing some of today’s most pressing health challenges. One such innovator has now been recognized at the federal level with the approval of an EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition on September 11, 2025.
A Mission to Improve Diagnostic Accuracy
With a Ph.D. in electrical engineering, the Client has established himself as an expert in medical imaging processing. His proposed endeavor focuses on investigating the biomechanical effects and mechanisms of diseases and treatments on bone and muscle quality. This work is particularly impactful in the context of age-related non-communicable diseases and neurodegenerative disorders. By enhancing diagnostic accuracy and informing treatment strategies, his research supports improved patient outcomes and directly contributes to advancing U.S. healthcare priorities.
Currently engaged in research within the U.S., the Client continues to apply his expertise to practical solutions that bridge engineering innovation and medical application, helping clinicians better understand complex disease progression.
Quantified Academic Impact
The Client has authored 18 peer-reviewed journal articles (7 of them first-authored) and 34 conference abstracts (9 first-authored). His body of work has already been cited 134 times, demonstrating its influence on the broader research community.
In addition to his publications, the Client has actively contributed to scientific service, having completed at least 30 peer reviews for leading journals—an acknowledgment of his expertise and credibility in shaping research in the field.
Credibility Backed by National Support
The significance of the Client’s work is underscored by major research funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including NIAMS, NIDDK, and NIAID. Such prestigious funding sources recognize the national importance of his contributions to advancing biomedical imaging and healthcare innovation.
The petition was further supported by four strong recommendation letters from leading experts in the field, including independent researchers who emphasized the originality and transformative potential of his work.
“Given the significance of his work, his career accomplishments, and his extensive record of peer-reviewed publications, it is crucial to maintain his research presence in the United States to support the country’s drive to remain competitive in equitable healthcare service delivery.”
Outcome and Legacy
The approval of this EB-2 NIW petition affirms both the substantial merit and national importance of the Client’s contributions to medical imaging. His groundbreaking research stands at the intersection of engineering and medicine, where improved imaging tools can revolutionize diagnosis, treatment, and patient care.
At NAILG, we are proud to have guided the Client through this process under direct premium processing, leading to a smooth and timely approval. His continued work promises to strengthen the U.S. healthcare system by providing innovative solutions that address the growing burden of chronic and neurodegenerative diseases.