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EyePoint to Present at the H.C. Wainwright 5th Annual Ophthalmology Virtual Conference

Key Takeaway: EyePoint Pharmaceuticals is set to present at the H.C. Wainwright 5th Annual Ophthalmology Virtual Conference, with CEO Jay S. Duker leading a fireside chat. The company is focused on developing DURAVYU, an investigational treatment for VEGF-mediated retinal diseases, which is currently in Phase 3 trials for wet AMD. The product has shown positive results in earlier trials, and despite the promising data, its FDA approval remains uncertain. EyePoint aims to improve the lives of patients with serious retinal diseases through innovation and partnerships in the retina community.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • EyePoint Pharmaceuticals is participating in a significant industry conference, showcasing its commitment to innovation.
  • The lead product candidate, DURAVYU, has demonstrated robust safety and efficacy data.
  • The company is actively seeking to partner with the retina community to improve patient outcomes.

CONCERNS & RISKS

  • FDA approval for DURAVYU is uncertain, which may delay its availability to patients.
  • Despite promising therapies, long-term vision loss continues to be a concern for patients with wet AMD and DME.

Full Press Release Details

WATERTOWN, Mass., Aug. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EyePoint Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: EYPT), a company committed to developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics to improve the lives of patients with serious retinal diseases, today announced that Jay S. Duker, M.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of EyePoint will participate in a fireside chat at the H.C. Wainwright 5th Annual Ophthalmology Virtual Conference on Thursday, August 13, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. ET.
A live webcast and subsequent archived replay of the presentation may be accessed via the Investors section of the Company website at www.eyepointpharma.com. The replay will be available for 90 days after the event.
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: EYPT) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics to improve the lives of patients with serious retinal diseases. The Company’s lead product candidate, DURAVYU™, is an innovative investigational sustained delivery treatment for VEGF-mediated retinal diseases combining vorolanib, a selective and patent-protected tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI), in next-generation bioerodible Durasert E™ technology. Supported by robust safety and efficacy data to date, DURAVYU is currently being evaluated in two Phase 3 pivotal trials for wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD) with topline data anticipated in 2026. DURAVYU also completed a positive Phase 2 clinical trial in diabetic macular edema (DME) with Phase 3 pivotal planning underway. Despite current therapies, patients with wet AMD and DME still tend to lose vision in the long term and wet AMD is the leading cause of vision loss among people 50 years of age and older in the United States.
The Company is committed to partnering with the retina community to improve patient lives while creating long-term value, with four approved drugs over three decades and tens of thousands of eyes treated with EyePoint innovation.
EyePoint is headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, with a commercial manufacturing facility in Northbridge, Massachusetts.
Vorolanib is licensed to EyePoint exclusively by Equinox Sciences, a Betta Pharmaceuticals affiliate, for the localized treatment of all ophthalmic diseases outside of China, Macao, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
DURAVYU™ has been conditionally accepted by the FDA as the proprietary name for EYP-1901. DURAVYU is an investigational product candidate; it has not been approved by the FDA. FDA approval and the timeline for potential approval is uncertain.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What event will EyePoint's CEO participate in?

Jay S. Duker, M.D. will join a fireside chat at the H.C. Wainwright conference.

When is the H.C. Wainwright conference scheduled?

The conference will take place on August 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. ET.

What is DURAVYU™ used for?

DURAVYU™ is an investigational treatment for VEGF-mediated retinal diseases.

What is the status of DURAVYU™ with the FDA?

DURAVYU™ is conditionally accepted as a name but is not yet FDA approved.

Where is EyePoint Pharmaceuticals located?

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals is headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts.

Last updated: Aug 6, 2025