Venezuelan Engineer Achieves EB-2 NIW Approval to Improve Emergency Care 

Although the client had a strong background in computer engineering, securing  EB-2 NIW approval requires more than technical credentials. The challenge was proving his work as a software professional, usually seen as part of the tech sector, directly supported urgent U.S. healthcare priorities.  

USCIS often scrutinizes petitions that span multiple fields. In this case, the petition needed to establish that digital health solutions were not only innovative but also essential national healthcare goals, such as reducing emergency department overcrowding and improving patient access to care. 

Navigating cases that cross industries can be complex, explains senior attorney Yadira Aguilar. When a client’s academic background, like technology, doesn’t clearly align with a field such as healthcare, it becomes critical for the legal strategy to bridge that gap. “Immigration officials are often not experts in computer science,” she notes. “They may not immediately recognize the importance or relevance of the client’s work. This gives us the opportunity to explain the ‘what’ and ‘why’ behind the client’s background.” 

The Colombo & Hurd team connected the client’s software achievements to public health priorities. They addressed national importance, economic impact, and long-term sustainability. 

Our team developed a strategy that emphasized both technical expertise and national impact. They demonstrated that his background in software engineering, combined with leadership experience, positioned him as an innovator in digital healthcare. Supporting evidence included his leadership in software development teams and the successful digital health platforms he helped design. Expert testimonials also confirmed his ability to implement nationwide healthcare solutions. 

Further strengthening the case, the team tied his project to pressing healthcare priorities. By citing reports, government initiatives, and expert endorsements, they showed the project aligned with major policies. These policies include the Affordable Care Act, the White House Executive Order on high-quality care, and the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022. This evidence established that affordable digital primary care platforms could ease hospital strain and improve patient outcomes.  

The attorneys also highlighted the economic and workforce benefits of the client’s endeavor. The petition detailed how the project would create U.S. jobs, stimulate technological growth, and address the shortage of STEM professionals. By combining healthcare, economic, and innovation arguments, we presented a persuasive case that his contributions served the national interest. 

Thanks to the strong strategy of our team, USCIS approved the EB-2 NIW petition. Our client gained the freedom to expand his work in the United States without being limited by employer sponsorship. He can now bring his vision to life, implementing affordable digital primary care platforms nationwide to reduce emergency department overcrowding, improve patient care, and directly support national healthcare goals. 

Reflecting on the approval, attorney Yadira Aguilar explains that it empowers the client to “leverage his academic background and extensive experience in computer science to replicate successful projects that deliver tailored software solutions for the U.S. healthcare sector. These efforts will not only advance the field but, more importantly, benefit the American people.” She adds that the client “will continue to grow professionally while giving back to the American healthcare system, a sector known for its extensive challenges,” and emphasizes that “at Colombo & Hurd, we are committed to partnering with our clients to turn these goals into reality.” 

This success recognizes the client’s expertise. It clears the way for him to scale digital healthcare innovations that strengthen hospitals, improve patient care, and bolster America’s leadership in health technology. 

Interested in finding out if an EB-2 NIW could support your goals? Start with a free evaluation here.