Orasis Pharmaceuticals Appoints Industry Veteran, Paul Smith, as President and Chief Operating Officer to Lead the Next Phase of Growth
/HERZLIYA, Israel, April 26, 2021 – Orasis Pharmaceuticals, an emerging ophthalmic pharmaceutical company focused on developing an innovative pharmaceutical solution for the treatment of presbyopia symptoms, today announced the appointment of Paul Smith as president and chief operating officer (COO). Mr. Smith brings over two decades of leadership in eye care and will initiate the global expansion of Orasis from a development stage company into a leading commercial organization, with an immediate emphasis on the U.S. presence.
“I am excited to join Orasis Pharmaceuticals at such a pivotal time in the company’s history,” said Mr. Smith. “Orasis is one of the pioneers in the pharmacologic treatment of ophthalmic disorders, beginning with our focus on the temporary correction of presbyopia and the advancement of our Phase 3 program. It is a privilege to join the team as we build for the future with leaders in the eye care community to provide an alternative that positively impacts the quality of life for people with presbyopia.”
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Shared by Tyler Stowater, board member of Orasis Pharmaceuticals.