Janet Ann Galanes

Janet Ann Galanes, MD

Family Medicine

Provider Groups

  • Saint Joseph Medical Group

Primary Contact

574-335-8500
Provider Groups
  • Saint Joseph Medical Group

  • Select Health Network

Primary Contact
574-335-8500

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Family Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

SJMG Elm Road Primary Care

60101 Bodnar Blvd
Ste 100B
Mishawaka, IN 46544-9340

View hours
Monday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Friday
7:30am - 5:00pm
SJMG Elm Road Primary Care

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine (1993)

Residency:
Memorial Hospital (Family Practice) (1996)

Residency:
Memorial Hospital of South Bend (Family Medicine) (1996)

Board Certifications

Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine (1996)

American Board of Family Medicine (1969)

Provider Groups

Saint Joseph Medical Group

Select Health Network

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.90 out of 5

(453 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

205 Reviews

09/22/2026

Such a wonderful physician. She really knows medicine and people.

09/18/2026

Even though there is sometimes a little wait in order to see her, she still makes me feel like I’m her priority when she’s with me.

09/16/2026

Always an amazing doctor

09/14/2026

Dr. Janet Galanes is the best doctor.

09/14/2026

Great visit

09/11/2026

She takes the time with me to explain any concerns I would have and she also takes time to ask me how my partner is because she knows that he is going thru cancer treatments….she really cares about her patients.

09/09/2026

Absolutely love this dr

09/09/2026

Continue to be pleased with Dr's care

09/09/2026

Dr. Galanes took the time to listen to my health concerns and troubleshoot them. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with Dr. Galanes.

09/09/2026

She is professional, personable and cares about me. If I have a problem it is quickly solved.

09/08/2026

She doesn’t seem like she’s rushing you or that she needs to get to the next patient.

09/08/2026

Very thorough. explain what’s going on. Left this appointment absolutely 100% amazed with Dr Galanes‘s experience in the way she handles me as a patient.

09/03/2026

Such a wonderful caring individual. Very professional and highly knowledgeable.

09/01/2026

Dr Galanes is kind and caring explains things well and in a clear manor....

08/28/2026

Dr. Galanes is the Absolute Best doctor I have ever had. She is very down to earth, makes you feel very comfortable and is very thorough.

08/28/2026

She is a great Doctor. She spends time with you and doesn't make you feel rushed

08/27/2026

She should receive a medal every year for being the best doctor in Michiana!!! My husband sees her too after having difficulty with doctor's in Elkhart. Her care is resulting in better health for him, and me!

08/26/2026

Has time for all questions and very pleasant atmosphere

08/26/2026

Dr. Galanes is the absolute best!! She’s kind, caring and listens to my concerns. She goes over testing results and explains a plan to correct any deficiencies. I feel as though she has my good health as her top priority. I am blessed to have her as my doctor.

08/25/2026

Fantastic Doctor!!!

08/25/2026

I'll see her soon...look forward to my next appointment

08/24/2026

She is just the best

08/21/2026

I have been with her over 20 years as a patient. I would never change doctors. I talk her and she understands me. I feel SAFE in her care.

08/20/2026

You got it all

08/18/2026

Dr. Galanes is the best and most considerate doctor I've ever had!

08/11/2026

I feel that my health is in the best of hands with Dr. G.

08/11/2026

Her medical knowledge is excellent

08/11/2026

SHE has a very good bedside manner and is very professional

08/07/2026

Years of experience and thoughtful care and advice.....

08/07/2026

Peace and Love!

08/06/2026

She is a wonderful person, she is kind and very knowledgeable She always takes the time necessary to insure all of your questions if any are answered and that you understand She reviews your past history, reason for the current appointment and what to expect nextThank for all you do!!

08/06/2026

I’m praying she never retires!

08/05/2026

I love Dr.Galanas she listens patient & cares about you.She makes me feel comfortable and

07/17/2026

Great doctor

07/15/2026

Since I have seen Dr Galanes for 26 years she knows a lot about my personal life

07/15/2026

i trust her with all my heart

07/09/2026

She is always cheerful and makes me feel at ease.

07/08/2026

Very helpful. Able to work you in if you have a situation that needs attention!

07/08/2026

She really cares about me and my needs, and never rushes through my appointments

07/08/2026

She is a great Dr.

07/06/2026

Dr Galanes is the best! She listens and explains everything. Takes her time and is very thorough.

07/01/2026

I would not trade here for another doctor! She is a rare find of knowledge, caring and listening. You and I are luck to have her

07/01/2026

Been my Doctor for many years. Blessed to have her for my Doctor

07/01/2026

De always gives up the time you need!

06/29/2026

The best!

06/26/2026

Doctor Galanes and her staff are great..

06/25/2026

Dr Galanes always takes time to listen to your concerns and explains things in layman terms no question is to small for her. Very caring person

06/24/2026

Business as usual. Dr Galanes is the best physician I have ever had.

06/23/2026

She spent almost an hour getting my medications ordered correctly as they were not correct with me just getting out of the hospital. She had one of the nurses talk with meijer pharmacist.

06/19/2026

I do look forward to seeing her and experiencing her positive attitude!

06/18/2026

Dr. Galanes is very compassionate and understanding. My visit was amazing and very much needed. I’m glad I did my follow up and will be in touch more often. Thank you so much for your kindness. This visit made a difference in my day :)

06/16/2026

Outstanding

06/16/2026

She always knows what you’re going through.

06/16/2026

She is friendly, listens well, and she answered all of my questions.

06/04/2026

Leave everything thing as is they were all super at doing what was needed and for that I thank you 😊

06/02/2026

100%

06/01/2026

Dr Galanes is the best physician I have had over the years.

06/01/2026

She gave me a prescription that really helped and I woke up with little joint pain.

05/29/2026

I found the staff welcoming and helpful. The caregiver who took my blood pressure and gave me information when Dr. Galanes would be coming in to see me. She was with another patient and would soon come in to see me.The office person was welcoming and said they had all my cards and information.

05/29/2026

The staff and doctor great

05/27/2026

She's very nice, She listened kindly and makes you feel confident enough to ask her anything you want.

05/27/2026

Love her as my doctor and trust her with my life.

05/20/2026

Excellent

05/19/2026

She's just the most caring dr I've ever had. Im 70 and have had alot so thats saying something.

05/19/2026

She is the Best!!!

05/19/2026

She has my heartfelt gratitude.

05/15/2026

Best doc in town

05/15/2026

The medical profession need more doctors like her!

05/14/2026

Dr. Galanes listened to me very attentively. She gave me the opportunity to explain my medical conditions in detail. She gained my confidence making me feel that I can trust her judgment.

05/14/2026

You are the BEST! Thank you!!

05/11/2026

Best doctor I have ever had. Listens l, takes the time needed

05/11/2026

Perfect

05/07/2026

A vary vary good Dr. need more like her

05/06/2026

I'd recommend her to anyone.

05/06/2026

Ii. Can’t type and see my errors!.this office staff , including Dr. Galanes are the greatest. I’d say Moor good things, but I can’t really see what I’m doing.

05/05/2026

Very caring. I’m lucky to have her as my doctor

05/04/2026

I wish she was my doctor for all my issues (cardiologist, neurologist etc)

05/04/2026

Dr Galanes explains things in a way you can understand.. She is a great doctor.

05/01/2026

She is very respectful, engaged and caring.

04/30/2026

She is REAL! And is concerned as to what's going on in your world, and will advise accordingly! ❤️her

04/30/2026

Dr. Galanes is a very good and caring doctor.

04/30/2026

She's GREAT 100%

04/28/2026

I feel very comfortable with Dr. Galanes since this was my first visit. She was very good to explain everything. I am so happy I was able to get in to her.

04/28/2026

All good here 😁

04/27/2026

Her care is exceptional

04/22/2026

I love dr g she is great. Very friendly, great with my daughter. She listens and helps

04/22/2026

I’ve been coming here for years and I just am grateful for having a caring Dr like her and she listens to what I have to say and does everything she can to help me

04/22/2026

I appreciate that she is welling to respect something that I did not understand and she always give me the time I need to ask questions and get answers. She also responds very quickly if you call her.

04/21/2026

The best GP in Mishawaka/South Bend.

04/21/2026

She is great

04/21/2026

Fantastic doctor and person

04/20/2026

I've Always liked Dr. Galanes.

04/20/2026

She explains well, never rushes you and answers all your questions. She's the best.

04/16/2026

Dr. Galanes is an amazing doctor. I am very thankful I was able to get in with her .

04/16/2026

She is a fantastic doctor.

04/15/2026

Said it all!!!!

04/15/2026

Excellent care as always!

04/15/2026

I feel we gave a great working relationship.

04/15/2026

ALL STAFF AND DOCTOR WERE A 10. PERFECT!!

04/14/2026

Excellent

04/14/2026

As always, Dr. Janet Galanes is very kind, patient, funny, informative, and listens and responds to my concerns. I have every confidence in her judgment and advice. She is a wonderful physician.

04/14/2026

Dr. Galanes is wonderful, spends as much time as she needs and answers all my questions.

04/10/2026

FANTASTIC!!!

04/09/2026

A very caring Dr

04/08/2026

Been a satisfied patient for many years.

04/02/2026

She always listens to what I’m having a problem with and helps me figure it out

03/27/2026

Dr. Galanes and her staff are the best! Friendly, caring and excellentCare.

03/27/2026

She listens to me when I have a problem

03/27/2026

She always demonstrates care and compassion for my issues

03/25/2026

Thank you

03/24/2026

Very good. I am very pleased with her.

03/19/2026

We trust Dr. Galanes and her guidance completely! She is extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, and an excellent representative of the utmost care that can be given by a physician. There is no other doctor we trust more! Thank you for taking such great care of us!

03/18/2026

She has been may doctor for 30Years and has always shown compassion towards me as her patient.

03/17/2026

This appointment was not scheduled and my issue was quite a problem. Dr. Galanes after receiving a message from me with details of my issue set up the appointment for early the next morning. I so appreciated her taking the time with little notice.

03/16/2026

Best doctor I have ever had.

03/13/2026

I LOVE coming to my doctor Janet Galanes

03/09/2026

She's always been my Dr since birth. She has always cared for my family's health.

03/09/2026

she's amazing every doctor should be like her

03/09/2026

She always has the information when I ask her questions about what I'm going through

03/06/2026

She is pro active which I love about her.

03/06/2026

Dr. Galanes is a great doctor. Cares and gets you what you need right away..

03/05/2026

She’s the best. I hope she never retires.

03/04/2026

I’m grateful to have her for my PCP. She always shows concern and tries to talk to me on a level that I can understand. Without making me feel less than. I would be unhappy if I were to have to choose a different doctor.

03/03/2026

I’ve been going there for years. They are great

03/03/2026

Just think she is the best she don’t mess around if you have a legit reason for being at the dr she will try to provide the best advice and what you need to do next I really trust Dr .galanes

03/02/2026

Dr. Galanes is trustworthy and knowledgeable. I have been seeing her for almost 30 years.

03/02/2026

She was very helpful, knowledgeable, and professional

02/27/2026

I love Dr Galanes, she always takes her time with you and makes sure you feel good about your visit.

02/27/2026

This Dr was the person who Listened when I told her about having sore throats and swallowing.I got sent that afternoon for a CT Throat Skan.Finding out That day I had a Tumor in my Throat.The next day I was at the cancer center how we were gonna proceed on a biopsy of the tumor .And then how we were gonna treat this cancer .So I owe her so much Dr GALANES may of been my Lifesaver.

02/26/2026

Very personable and great doctor

02/25/2026

Excellent doc.

02/23/2026

I was with a male doctor for 30 years. As I aged he became more and more dismissive. Dr. Galanes listens and responds appropriately. I feel heard and I trust her judgement for medical care. She is not just either telling me its in my head or take an aspirin. She has helped me get off of medications that seemed to exasperate some of the conditions I have worked hard to correct (CRPS).

02/20/2026

Dr. Galanes is the best doctor. She treats you like a real person. She never tries to rush you. She never gets frustrated with you.

02/19/2026

Dr. Galanes always listened to you and makes sure you understand what is wrong with you and how to take your medicine and what to watch out for

02/19/2026

Dr. Galanes takes good care of me and wants my health to be good in all areas.

02/17/2026

She understands her patients. She looks ahead to see what test/screenings are needed, reviews what is done. Clearly covers test results

02/17/2026

She is an all around great doctor

02/16/2026

asks about other issues and Dr"s treating those things. She does great follow up.

02/03/2026

Been with doc for along time, not going anywhere!

02/03/2026

we really appreciate out doctor and trust her.

02/02/2026

She takes the time to understand you and any concerns you may have She provides you with an action plan to move forward The entire team does an outstanding job

01/29/2026

I have been seeing Dr. Galanes for many years. She is a great and caring person.

01/28/2026

Dr Galanes is concerned about me

01/28/2026

She’s the absolute best!

01/26/2026

Awesome Dr blessed to have her

01/26/2026

Dr Galanes is Awesome! My whole family sees her. She's warm caring her whole staff is Great! They are family!

01/23/2026

Dr Galanes is just a great doctor! She knows her craft, and she applies it well! She always takes the time to ask questions, listen, and respond.

01/19/2026

Very understanding

01/16/2026

She spent extra time with me with a couple of issues I had. Appreciate it and try to be understanding when I have to wait since she spends extra time with all of her patients.

01/13/2026

I csn't say enough good things about my care by Dr Galanes she is wonderful

01/12/2026

Dr. Galanes is the best! She is very caring and listens and explained well.

01/09/2026

I have been seeing Dr Galanes for a long time so she knows a lot of my personal life. We are able to connect on a more personal level

01/09/2026

She gives me as much personal time as I need

01/08/2026

DR. Galanes is respectful and always gives us the best care and advice possible.

01/07/2026

Dr. G is always 100% focused on the patient and takes a genuine interest.

01/07/2026

She is the best doctor and I wouldn't change to anyone else. She is so great!!

01/05/2026

The best

01/02/2026

I said it all already

12/31/2025

Excelente@

12/30/2025

It would take me all day to describe all of her skills..she’s a pro. She’s caring. She’s thorough, thoughtful, etc etc etc! She’s amazing..I love her and appreciate her!

12/29/2025

Very compassionate, trusting and friendly

12/29/2025

Was concerned about my illness and ordered tests to diagnose illness.

12/29/2025

Best doctor ever.

12/29/2025

Very good doctor.

12/22/2025

She is very precise and thorough in her explanation of any and all questions I ask. She respects me and treats me like a best friend. And I feel that she has been “0n top” of any medical situation either my late husband or I have had. She is an excellent and amazing doctor!

12/19/2025

She is AWESOME!!!!

12/19/2025

I'm very grateful to be a patient of Dr. Galanes. The office is clean, the staff welcoming, and I feel confident in the treatment received. The location is also very convenient.

12/18/2025

She has taken care of me for over 25 years

12/15/2025

Dr. Galanes has been my physician for more than 20 years. I have always found her kind, caring, considerate, compassionate, and very knowledgeable about medicine. I highly value her expertise in her medical practice.

12/11/2025

Dr Galanas is an excellent doctor she is my primary physician I trust her completely and I recommend to to others

12/10/2025

She is a wonderful physician.

12/09/2025

The level of her caring and knowledge make my visits with her something I look forward to .

12/09/2025

There is no words to describe, exceptional

12/08/2025

Always the best healthcare provider I have interacted with.

12/08/2025

Dr. Galanes is wonderful. She is always happy and kind!

12/05/2025

No problems

12/05/2025

She is awesome!

12/04/2025

She answers my questions and is so kind to me .. My husband died of COVID almost 5 yrs ago and I talk to her about how I am mentally.

12/04/2025

No complaints

12/04/2025

We are very happy having her as our doctor

12/02/2025

She asks questions and provides answers that are doable. She is caring and wants to be sure that medication’s are absolutely what is best for me.

12/01/2025

She makes sure I get my meds , blood work or whatever I need

12/01/2025

She has been very consistent in her care of me through the thirty years I have seen her,

12/01/2025

I've been with Dr. Galanes for MANY years. She is the best Doctor I have ever had.

12/01/2025

Very understanding

11/25/2025

The best 👌

11/24/2025

She genuinely cares about you as a person and how your life is going

11/20/2025

Thank you for helping me to stay healthy for all of these years and in the future! I so appreciate you. You are an amazing physician!

11/17/2025

Have seen her for years and would continue to see her if she was no longer on my covered doctors list.

11/17/2025

great

11/17/2025

Always on time and the staff is very friendly

11/14/2025

She is the best. Really cares about her patients

11/13/2025

Excellent

11/10/2025

#1

11/10/2025

Goes above and beyond in her care for me.

11/07/2025

Best doctor ever. Always there when I need her and always gets to root of my issue!

11/05/2025

Very good

11/05/2025

She is exceptional in every way. She is knowledgeable andc where she isn't she is honest and resources. She advocates for her patients like family.

11/04/2025

I've never had a doctor that doesn't feel like a doctor. She's a person that cares and thats hard to find.

11/04/2025

She has been our Doctor for many years, and she makes us feel like we are family. She treats a lot of my entended family also. she is number 1 in my book.

11/04/2025

Dr Galanes has always provided care and advice I need making it comfortable for me as a patient

11/04/2025

Greatest doctor ever

11/03/2025

Dr Galanes and her staff are great 👍

10/31/2025

Thank you for taking care of me and my daughter Dr. Galanes we appreciate you so much!

10/30/2025

She addressed my symptoms and treated me.
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