Dr. George Mamalis grew up in Rock Springs, WY, a small town in southwestern Wyoming. He attended the University of Colorado and received his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1982, majoring on biology. He then went on to the University of California, Berkeley, where he received his Doctor of Optometry in 1986. Moving back to Colorado, he has been at Eyecare of Union Square ever since, and bought the practice in 1987. Dr. Mamalis belongs to the Colorado Opometric Association and the American Optometric Association.

He has recently authored several articles for McKesson Medical’s "Eye Advisor" series. Dr. Mamalis has been married to his wife Leslie since 1990. They live here in Lakewood and enjoy activities like gardening, bird watching and nature hikes. Dr. Mamalis is also a big fan of football and hockey.

Dr. Mamalis is a member of the Rotary Club of Golden, where he is active in numerous community service and charitable projects. He was selected Rotarian of the Year in 2001.