In 1942, he submitted his candidacy for the position of Professor of Medicine University of Thessaloniki, but N. Michalakeas was elected to the seat. Savvas continued to prepare cadavers, teach, and create histological preparations of anatomy in Athens, as a member of the Medical Society of Athens, and teacher of Anatomy and Physiology to the students at the National College of Physical Education. In 1946 his position in Athens ended, but in the academic year 1948-1949 he was called back as honorary director.
