Case Summary:  

An EB-1B (Outstanding Researcher) petition was recently approved for a Ph.D. in Public Health Sciences whose influential body of work in health economics has shaped national understanding of long-term care financing, family caregiving burdens, and opioid intervention policies. Filed with premium processing, the petition was swiftly approved, underscoring both the strength of the case and NAILG’s effective strategy in presenting the client’s academic achievements and national impact.

Excellence in Health Economics and Public Health Policy

The client has established deep expertise in health economics, with specialized research spanning long-term care (LTC) financing, caregivers’ mental and physical health outcomes, and the effectiveness of state-level naloxone access laws in reducing opioid mortality. This research addresses some of the nation’s most urgent social and public health challenges, including rising demands for LTC services, the strain on Medicaid systems, and the devastating effects of the opioid epidemic.

As a research economist working in the public health and health policy sector, the client develops rigorous empirical analyses for evaluating care delivery models, patient outcomes, and the population-level consequences of health policy decisions. This role supports evidence-based policymaking at both state and federal levels, directly contributing to national goals of improved care quality, reduced mortality, and sustainable long-term care solutions.

Research Leadership and Fieldwide Recognition

The client has built an impressive scholarly record that demonstrates both productivity and influence:

• 6 peer-reviewed journal articles (4 first-authored)
• 3 first-authored conference abstracts
• 82 citations from researchers across multiple continents
• At least 12 completed peer reviews for high-impact health policy and public health journals

Recognition from the National Scientific Community

The client’s research has earned meaningful institutional support, including funding from the National Institute on Aging, a major federal agency that backs high-impact projects addressing aging populations, caregiving economics, and long-term care system sustainability. This level of funding further reinforces the importance and national relevance of the client’s work.

Expert Endorsements

To further strengthen the EB1B petition, NAILG submitted four expert recommendation letters, including independent opinions from internationally recognized authorities in health economics and public health policy. These experts affirmed the groundbreaking nature of the client’s research, particularly its impact on LTC policy, caregiver well-being, and opioid intervention strategies.

“In sum, [Client’s] skillset is irreplaceable, given its immense benefits in enhancing access to LTC and insurance for those aged and disabled. Thus, it is imperative that she be allowed to carry out her research uninterrupted so that the United States is able to fully benefit from its value.”

EB1B Approval and Outlook

The petition’s approval reflects USCIS’s recognition of the client as an outstanding researcher whose contributions are advancing the national understanding of long-term care systems, caregiver health, and opioid mortality interventions. NAILG is honored to have supported this exceptional scholar and looks forward to witnessing continued advancements that strengthen health policy, protect vulnerable populations, and improve public health outcomes across the United States.