Yes, Chicago has a vibrant Jewish community and is home to many skilled Mohels. While I take pride in being one of the more experienced and busier Mohels in Chicago, I have several esteemed colleagues whom I respect greatly. If I am unavailable for a Bris or circumcision, I’d be happy to recommend a trusted [...]
I will provide everything necessary for the circumcision procedure and aftercare, including all gauze and ointment. Parents can prepare for the circumcision or Bris Milah in a few ways. -First, parents should schedule a time and location via phone, email or inquiry form. -Ensure the diaper area is clean and free of powder, ointment, or [...]
Yes, I frequently travel outside of Chicago to provide circumcision services. As a dedicated Mohel in Chicago, I primarily perform circumcisions in Chicago and the surrounding areas. That being said, I happily serve the entire Midwest region with circumcision services. Some of the most common requests for circumcision come from other parts of Illinois and [...]
To schedule a circumcision or a Bris Milah, there are a number of easy options. Simply visit www.thechicagomohel.com and send a quick message through the Contact Us section. Alternatively, you can send an email to thechicagomohel@gmail.com or call 347-794-6322 to speak to Rabbi Shmuel Katz directly. Circumcisions and Bris Milah ceremonies can be scheduled to [...]
A mohel is a trained professional who performs circumcisions, the removal of the foreskin. Mohels are highly experienced experts in both the surgical aspect of the procedure and the accompanying religious and cultural rituals. In a Bris Milah, the Mohel leads the ceremony. See more about the ceremony below.
Yes, I am happy to perform cultural or religious circumcisions for any family, regardless of their faith or background. I regularly perform circumcisions for Jews, Christians, Muslims, and individuals from a variety of cultures. My practice aligns with the Halachic ruling of the Shach (Yoreh Deah, Hilchos Milah:263) and is a commonly accepted practice among [...]
A Bris Milah, also known as a Bris or Brit Milah, is the Jewish ritual circumcision of a newborn boy, traditionally performed on the eighth day after birth. It includes both the physical circumcision and ceremonial elements. To learn more about the topic, visit my blog post on What is a Bris Milah?
