Prior to joining Munson Healthcare, Dr. Laris Galejs had been in private practice in southeast Michigan since 2008, primarily in the Brighton/Howell area. Prior to that, he served in the Air Force on active duty for 8 years, where he achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. His last duty assignment was Offutt AFB outside Omaha, and once his military service was completed he stayed there in private practice for a few years before returning to Michigan. Over the years, he has been clinical faculty at the Wright State University School of Medicine, the Uniformed Services University of Health Services, the University of Nebraska College of Medicine, and the Michigan State University College of Medicine. Dr. Galejs has almost 20 peer-reviewed publications and presentations to his credit. He was awarded as a Pfizer Scholar in Urology, and has received numerous military decorations, including two Meritorious Service Medals.
Dr. Galejs has special interests in prostate cancer, minimally invasive treatments for enlarged prostate, prevention and treatment of kidney stones, incontinence, erectile dysfunction and vasectomy reversal.
Dr. Galejs is married with two grown children. He was involved as a volunteer with the Boy Scouts for years, after earning his Eagle Scout badge at age 13. In his free time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, cycling, golf and travel. His wife’s family has been anchored around Frankfort for over 100 years, and he has grown to love the area. He is excited to finally have the opportunity to move “up North”!