About Brit Milah

Brit Milah (or Bris) is a ceremony rich with tradition spanning over 4,000 years. A Bris is usually performed on the eighth day of life. For example, if a baby boy is born on Tuesday, his Bris would take place the following Tuesday.  If he is born on Tuesday night the Bris would be on Wednesday, since in Judaism, a day begins at sunset.  

A Bris is not normally postponed even for Shabbat or holidays, but may be if a baby is born by cesarean section, if the circumcision is part of a conversion, or for any serious medical concerns.

If your baby has jaundice, was in the special care nursery, or has any other health problems, it is important that I be made aware. I will consult with your baby's health care provider to determine whether the ceremony can take place on the eighth day.

The Bris can take place in your home or synagogue.  It is customary to serve some type of meal afterwards, so the location should be somewhere that you are comfortable, that will accommodate the number of guests you expect, and where food can be served.

Why a Mohelet?

More and more Jewish families are beginning to ask female Mohelot to perform their Bris. Women bring a comfortable atmosphere to the ceremony and understand the emotional side of a Bris. We're all trained differently. You can find the perfect Mohel by asking any questions you might have.

I Would Be Honored to Be Your Mohelet

My goal is to do everything I can to make sure that each individual family has a beautiful, heart-felt ceremony.

Being a Mohelet is a high honor which I take very seriously. With me as your Mohelet, you can expect:

• Minimal pain for your baby. You can be assured that your baby is in good hands. I use a local anesthetic during the procedure so that your baby will not feel any discomfort during his big day (many Mohels don't offer this).
• Reliable aftercare guidelines. Proper care for your child's circumcision is very important. I will help you understand what needs to be done to ensure your baby heals properly. We will also discuss how to safely manage pain after the local anesthesia wears off.
• Experience you can trust. As your Mohelet, I want you to rest assured that your child will be well taken care of. I am a highly-trained doctor with over 30 years of surgical experience.

I'm very dedicated to being a Mohelet and doing the best that I can to better people's lives. I am also passionate about my work as an Ophthalmologist.