"It's better to regret something you did than something you didn't do"

His experience in Germany and Switzerland during the 18 years he lived in these countries was certainly important in his development, as it provided him with knowledge, skills and a specific perspective on Medicine.

Regardless of where he would train, he believes that family support is equally important for someone to dedicate themselves to a field with extremely arduous and long training hours without set schedules.

The patience, love and understanding of his family allowed him to dedicate himself fully to his work. His decision to return to Greece was not based on professional goals, but on a deeper – perhaps nostalgic – need to return to his homeland.

Although he had no specific plans when he returned, the development of his career in Greece filled him with satisfaction. For him, returning to his homeland had mainly moral value and less professional, which in retrospect turned out to be an excellent decision.

Compared to the health systems of Germany and Switzerland, Mr. Galanis considers the Greek health system different, as each country has its own cultural and economic background.

However, he avoids making direct comparisons, preferring to draw the positive elements from each system and avoid the negative ones. Regarding technological developments in his specialty, Mr. Galanis believes that in Greece, especially in the private sector, all global developments are followed closely.

The techniques and expertise applied in vascular surgery meet international standards, ensuring a high level of care for patients.

The doctor and his team offer a full range of services to the patients who trust them, from clinical examination and the organization of diagnostic tests, to the most modern vascular surgeries.

Interventions on the abdominal aorta, carotid arteries, and techniques for treating venous diseases with intraluminal methods, such as Laser, are just some of the specialized interventions they offer.

He also has extensive experience in peripheral bypasses for the treatment of peripheral arterial disease as well as in creating accesses for hemodialysis.

In addition to the specialty of Vascular Surgery, Mr. Galanis has also acquired that of General Surgery as well as other specializations such as Endovascular Surgery, Emergency Medicine, and Radiation Protection.

For 13 years, he has been an instructor of vascular surgical techniques at the Vascular International School based in Switzerland. He is also active as a scientific associate in the Anatomy Laboratory at the Medical School of the National University of Athens, where he teaches anatomy to medical students.

In the future, the doctor sees operating rooms changing drastically, with technology playing an increasingly important role. From hybrid operating rooms to artificial intelligence, developments are rapid.

However, he remains steadfast in his belief that, despite progress, man should always have the final say in decisions concerning his health. In Greece, although the culture around preventive medicine is not as developed as in other countries, progress is being observed.

Mr. Galanis always tries to inform his patients about the need for prevention, especially for diseases that develop silently, such as carotid disease and abdominal aortic aneurysm. Despite the demanding nature of his profession, the doctor finds time for his hobbies, with music holding a special place in his life.

As for his motto, it is clear: “It is better to regret something you did than something you failed to do.” His professional motto focuses on the fact that in vascular surgery, what is technically possible is not always what is humanly prudent.