Exhibit 17.1
From: Hank McKinnell
Date: August 10, 2015
To: Yutaka Niihara
Cc: Derek Wallen
Subject: Resignation From Emmaus Board
Dr. Niihara,
This is to confirm our telephone conversation in which I stated my intention to resign from the Emmaus Board of Directors and all Committees effective close of business Friday, August 14 for personal reasons.
I wish you every success in future.
All the best.
Hank