Dr. Ganellen is a native of Chicago, Illinois.  He graduated from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI, receiving his BSA in Biology and Psychology in 1981.  While there, he was enrolled in the Honors College.  He also attended the University of Exeter in England, successfully completing all examinations and receiving full credit from the University of Michigan.

Upon graduation, Dr. Ganellen turned his attention to his medical degree, attending the University of Illinois Abraham Lincoln School of Medicine in 1985.

Dr. Ganellen filled his Residency in Internal Medicine at the Michael Reese Medical Center from 1985-1988.  He then pursued a Fellowship in Cardiology at Emory University from 1988-1991.  This Fellowship included twelve months of cath, eight months of echo (including transesophageal echo), and three months transplant service.

Dr. Ganellen has received numerous honors, including National Merit Semi-Finalist in 1977, the Francis S. Viele Scholarship, and Alpha Omega Alpha, into which he was elected 1985.  Additionally, Dr. Ganellen was the Assistant Professor of Medicine at Emory University - VA Medical Center from 1991-1992.  Dr. Ganellen has also participated in numerous research studies and publications.

Dr. Ganellen is a member of Sigma Phi Fraternity, Alpha Omega Honor Society, American College of Physicians, and the American College of Cardiology.

In 1992, Dr. Ganellen entered into private practice with Utah Cardiology in Salt Lake City, UT.  In 1994, Dr. Ganellen joined the prestigious Heart Center, also in Salt Lake City.