Nick Mamalis,
MD
Languages Spoken: English
Nick Mamalis, MD, specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology including cataract and other anterior ocular surgeries at the John A. Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City. Dr. Mamalis also practices at the Moran’s Midvalley Eye Center in Murray, and Redwood Health Center in West Valley.
As Director of the Ophthalmic Pathology Laboratory, Dr. Mamalis evaluates all specimens submitted to the laboratory. He is a member of the American Association of Ophthalmic Pathologists. He is also Co-Director of the Intermountain Ocular Research Center and performs research in the area of intra-ocular lenses and postoperative inflammation. Dr. Mamalis lectures all over the world and was selected by Cataract and Refractive Surgery Today as one of the 50 international opinion leaders.
Clinical Locations
801-581-2352
801-585-3937
Ophthalmology
801-213-9940
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
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Professor |
| Board Certification | American Board of Ophthalmology |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.8/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.8/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.8/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.4/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.8/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
July 24, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Mamalis has a calming tone to his voice. With all my issues, that was important for me. He personally, did my procedures. Thank you .
UofU Patient
July 20, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
The doctor explained my condition and plan of care throughly.
UofU Patient
July 19, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr Mamalis is an excellent doctor. He listens and answers my questions.
UofU Patient
July 18, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
I was surprised when the provider said he wanted me to come back in six months for assessment to have surgery on my other eye. I was not expecting to have surgery on the other eye for a long time, if ever. We didn't really have a discussion about it.
UofU Patient
July 16, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Mammalis is very thorough, thoughtful and certain when interacting with me.
UofU Patient
July 12, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Asked Dr. Mammalis for explanation of conditions he calls out to scribe....he does this every year, and this year I decided to ask him to explain to me what they mean. Wish he would do this automatically.
UofU Patient
July 12, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
My cataracts are ready to be removed can hardly wait
UofU Patient
July 07, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
The doctor is very approachable to answer/explain any concern or question for which I need help understanding. I feel very confident in his care of my eyes and his professional evaluation of my vision.
UofU Patient
July 03, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
It was a routine eye exam... Results were explained well
UofU Patient
July 03, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Mamalis has always been very good about addressing my Issues, especially with regard to the cataract surgery. I was especially Impressed that he telephoned me after I left a message that I had some questions. All of the other professionals I spoke with at the Moran eye center were also prompt In responding to messages and really helped me understand exactly what the procedure would be like. Every time I left a message to be contacted I got a response.
UofU Patient
July 02, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Mamalis is very good and does his job well.
UofU Patient
June 29, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Mamlis is great. I am grateful to know he really cares for me. He explained things well to me. I feel comfortable coming back in to have my right eye cataract done.
UofU Patient
June 29, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Great appointment and discussed my eyes in an understanding way.
UofU Patient
June 25, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
very thorough
UofU Patient
June 25, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Drs Mamalis, Levin, and Fleckestein were all wonderful. I felt very confident of their skill, knowledge, and abilities.
UofU Patient
June 20, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
great discussion
UofU Patient
June 17, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Very concerned.
UofU Patient
June 14, 2021
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Thank you!
UofU Patient
June 08, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
good experience
UofU Patient
June 08, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Poor Dr. Mamalis seemed pooped - it was at the end of the day. I've been going to him for years, and I was surprised to see him "down", for once. He's a wonderful person, and generally very attentive and cheerful.
UofU Patient
June 07, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Mamalis is VERY good!!!!
UofU Patient
June 04, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
doctor's summary printout needed "translation" of multiple medical/ophthomalogical terms
UofU Patient
May 30, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
he was only with me for about three minutes. of course he was in a hurry because he was so far behind schedule. dictated issues to assistant to type in but didn't explain them to me. said he knew I was in a hurry to leave after waiting so long
UofU Patient
May 23, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
physician showed concern and made sure he saw me later that day to treat the problem
UofU Patient
May 18, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Mamalis is very professional, very caring, very competent.
UofU Patient
May 12, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Good experience.
UofU Patient
May 12, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
The technician appeared friendly and excellent at his skillset but a little "robotic" without explanation of the steps taken during evaluation. The physician was courteous and to the point; but also appeared rushed (10-15 min).
UofU Patient
May 12, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Perfect!
UofU Patient
May 07, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Even though I seem to have had a skin reaction to a med, Dr. Mamalis' response was quick and appropriate, options given for more acute care. I was satisfied and the reaction resolved over a few days.
UofU Patient
May 04, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
1) One of the issues I had talked to the assistant about (flickering during dim light conditions) was not addressed by the doctor. 4) I have never been in a situation where I was asked to recommend an eye doctor.
UofU Patient
May 04, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
good experience
UofU Patient
May 03, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Mamalis was very thorough, great listener and easy to talk to.
UofU Patient
May 02, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr Mamalis did such a good job of explaining everything to me. I am so glad I went to him for the surgery he did an excellent job.
UofU Patient
April 29, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Excellent, but there after waiting an hour past appointment time, I'd never recommend this location
UofU Patient
April 28, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
all excellent
UofU Patient
April 25, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Mamalis said that he worked at both places and we can choose which would be the best cite for us the next time we see him. Dr. Mamalis and his staff are always respectful and communicate easily with patients.
UofU Patient
April 24, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
good
UofU Patient
April 22, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
would recommend highly
UofU Patient
April 21, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
The care provider spoke 3 sentences in total, that were not really answering my question.
UofU Patient
April 18, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
excellent
UofU Patient
April 18, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Nick Mammalis is a dream doctor and a good human being
UofU Patient
April 18, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Pleasant experience, but no mention of the high blood pressure in my R eye that the nurse/tech measured at 23. I did not make a mental or written note to ask; assumed Dr. would raise it.
UofU Patient
April 16, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
all my questions I had were answers, procedures, anesthesia, etc. we're explained to me in terms I'd understand. I felt so grateful and blessed being in the hands of these professionals
UofU Patient
April 05, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
The provide spoke to me in lay person's terms for me to understand everything.
UofU Patient
March 29, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
I came in again for double vision/ Got no reason for why it has happened.
UofU Patient
March 21, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Good
UofU Patient
March 21, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
He was great and all his people did too. He was his people until we're!! HE it was the OR NURSE that DID.
UofU Patient
March 21, 2021
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH MIDVALLEY HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Mamalis always explaines everything he is doing and takes time to talk and answer questions.
UofU Patient
March 19, 2021
MORAN EYE CENTER
Dr. Mamalis is wonderful. He is thorough and compassionate. I would've said something to him about the exam but he too is on a tight schedule and I didn't want to trouble him.
UofU Patient
March 17, 2021
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER
Dr. Mamalis was very reassuring. He is one of the kindest doctors that I've seen there at Moran. The recent changes to my vision has been frustrating and I think he understood that. It is a relief to know that I can come back in and see him when I need to because with the vision changes that I've had, his guidance will be even more important to me.
Nick Mamalis, MD, specializes in comprehensive ophthalmology including cataract and other anterior ocular surgeries at the John A. Moran Eye Center, University of Utah, Salt Lake City. Dr. Mamalis also practices at the Moran’s Midvalley Eye Center in Murray, and Redwood Health Center in West Valley.
As Director of the Ophthalmic Pathology Laboratory, Dr. Mamalis evaluates all specimens submitted to the laboratory. He is a member of the American Association of Ophthalmic Pathologists. He is also Co-Director of the Intermountain Ocular Research Center and performs research in the area of intra-ocular lenses and postoperative inflammation. Dr. Mamalis lectures all over the world and was selected by Cataract and Refractive Surgery Today as one of the 50 international opinion leaders.
Academic Locations
John A. Moran Eye Center
801-581-2352
Midvalley Health Center
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Ophthalmology/Visual Sciences
-
Professor |
| Board Certification | American Board of Ophthalmology |
Research Interests
- Ocular Pathology
- Pathology and complications of intraocular lenses
- Surface modified intraocular lenses
- Intraocular melanomas
- Analysis of ocular fluids used in surgery
- Ocular inflammation following cataract surgery
- Malignant lesions of the eyelids
- Anoxidants and age-related macular degeneration
- Dry Eyes: Hormonal influences, management
- Posterior capsule opacification
- Endophthalmitis and Antibiotic Treatment
- Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome (TASS)
Education History
| Residency | Loyola University Stritch SoM Ophthalmology Resident, 1987 |
| Fellowship | University of Utah School of Medicine Ophthalmic Pathology Fellow, 1984 |
| Internship | Loyola University Medical Center Internal Medicine Intern, 1983 |
| Professional Medical | University of Utah Hospital School of Medicine Medicine M.D., 1982 |
| Undergraduate | Harvard University Biochemistry A.B., 1978 |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Sorenson AL, Holland S, Tran K, Evans DJ, Lin MC, Mamalis N, Chang DF (2020). Diffuse lamellar keratitis associated with tabletop autoclave biofilms: case series and review. J Cataract Refract Surg, 46(3), 340-349.
- Balendiran V, Werner L, Ellis N, Shumway C, Jiang B, Kamae K, Mamalis N (2020). Uveal and capsular biocompatibility of a new hydrophobic acrylic microincision intraocular lens. J Cataract Refract Surg, 46(3), 459-464.
- Ellis N, Werner L, Balendiran V, Shumway C, Jiang B, Mamalis N (2020). Posterior capsule opacification prevention by an intraocular lens incorporating a micropatterned membrane o the posterior surface. J Cataract Refract Surg, 46(1), 102-107.
- Balendiran V, MacLean K, Mamalis N, Tetz M, Werner L (2019). Localized calcification of hydrophilic acrylic intraocular lenses after posterior segment procedures. J Cataract Refract Surg, 45(12), 1801-1807.
- Filipe HP, Bozukova D, Pimenta A, Vieira AP, Oliveira AS, Galante R, Topete A, Masson M, Alves P, Coimbra P, Gil MH, Guiomar AJ, Mata J, Colao R, Saramago B, Werner L, Mamalis N, Serro AP (2019). Moxifloxacin-loaded acrylic intraocular lenses: In vitro and in vivo performance. J Cataract Refract Surg, 45(12), 1808-1817.
- Bernhisel AA, Zaugg BE, Mamalis N, Dutton JJ, Patel BCK (2019). An unusual case of idiopathic calcinosis of the eyelid. Orbit, 38(6), 500-502.
Case Report
- Werner L, Wallace JK, Balendiran V, Shumway C, Ellis N, Mamalis NJuly 2019 (July 2019). Surface deposits mimicking calcification on a hydrophobic acrylic intraocular lens. J Cataract Refract Surg, 45(7), 1036-1039.
- Bernhisel AA, Zaugg BE, Mamalis N, Dutton JJ, Patel BC (2019). An unusual case of idiopathic calcinosis of the eyelid, (DOI:10.1080/01676830.2018.1563199). Orbit.
Editorial
- Mamalis, N (2019). Management of astigmatism during cataract surgery. J. Cataract Refract Surg, 45(5), 537-538.
- Mamalis N (2019). Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery: Back to the future. 45(1), 1-2.
- Dupps WJ Jr, Kohnen T, Mamalis N, Rosen ES, Srinivasan S, Koch DD, Obstbaum SA (2018). The Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery: 2018 in Review. 44(12), 1411-1412.