How do you ensure hygiene and sterilization?

By |2024-08-16T14:12:09-05:00August 16, 2024||

The hygiene standards I adhere to for circumcision are equivalent to those of hospital surgical procedures. I use a new, single-use sterile blade for each circumcision. All reusable instruments are meticulously cleaned, sterilized with a hospital-grade solution, and packaged in autoclave bags. I wear sterile, single-use surgical gloves throughout the setup, procedure, and aftercare. For [...]

What qualifications and training does Rabbi Shmuel Katz, Certified Mohel, have?

By |2024-08-16T13:46:00-05:00August 16, 2024||

I trained extensively at the London School of Circumcision, where I gained incredible experience and received certification in Advanced Circumcision and Milah Skills. I also apprenticed under some of the most esteemed mohels in New York, refining my expertise in religious practices and parent interaction. I studied and was rigorously tested on all the laws, [...]

Will my child feel pain during the procedure?

By |2024-08-16T13:23:42-05:00August 16, 2024||

While the nerve endings of all newborns are underdeveloped, they do feel some discomfort during the circumcision. I use an initial bandage infused with a numbing agent, so your baby will experience nearly immediate relief without requiring any painful injections.  Typically, infants are calm within a minute of the completion of the procedure. I also [...]

Is circumcision safe?

By |2024-08-16T13:11:43-05:00August 16, 2024||

Yes, circumcision is a safe procedure, and the vast majority of circumcisions worldwide are performed without any complications. While no surgical procedure is entirely risk-free, complications such as minor bleeding, infection, or scarring are rare. The expertise of the mohel or doctor performing the circumcision can also influence the outcome, including concerns about the amount [...]

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