MOHEL
THE STORY
My journey as a Mohel began in early 2001 when I was a third-year medical student in St. Petersburg, Russia. I had the opportunity to study under one of the most renowned Mohels in the former USSR, Menachem-Mendel Freidzon, and together we performed circumcisions on infants and adults in various cities across Russia. I performed my first Brit Milah under his strict supervision, and it was a momentous occasion for me.
After moving to Israel, I continued to practice Brit Milah and had the privilege of performing the circumcision of my own firstborn son, which was a deeply meaningful experience. This led to warm praise and a written recommendation from a world-famous Mohel rav Shimshon Eisenberger, who was present at the ceremony, which further fueled my passion for this sacred practice.
In my quest to deepen my knowledge and skills, I got acquainted with the Brit Yosef-Yitzhak organization, and under its auspices, I had the opportunity to perform circumcisions in various parts of the world, including Russia, Ukraine, Germany, Estonia, India, Hong Kong, and many more. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve families in preserving this important tradition.
In 2022, I was officially certified by the Chief Rabbinate of Israel as a Mohel for adults, which was a significant milestone in my career. In my practice as a Mohel, I incorporate the surgical expertise and sterility protocols that I acquired from my medical background, utilizing modern hemostatic and dressing materials to ensure the highest standard of care for my patients. As a Mohel, I am often asked questions about how to prepare for a Brit Milah ceremony and how to care for the wound post-circumcision. I provide detailed instructions to parents (see below in the “FAQ” section).
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After moving to Israel, I continued to practice Brit Milah and had the privilege of performing the circumcision of my own firstborn son, which was a deeply meaningful experience. This led to warm praise and a written recommendation from a world-famous Mohel rav Shimshon Eisenberger, who was present at the ceremony, which further fueled my passion for this sacred practice.
In my quest to deepen my knowledge and skills, I got acquainted with the Brit Yosef-Yitzhak organization, and under its auspices, I had the opportunity to perform circumcisions in various parts of the world, including Russia, Ukraine, Germany, Estonia, India, Hong Kong, and many more. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve families in preserving this important tradition.
In 2022, I was officially certified by the Chief Rabbinate of Israel as a Mohel for adults, which was a significant milestone in my career. In my practice as a Mohel, I incorporate the surgical expertise and sterility protocols that I acquired from my medical background, utilizing modern hemostatic and dressing materials to ensure the highest standard of care for my patients. As a Mohel, I am often asked questions about how to prepare for a Brit Milah ceremony and how to care for the wound post-circumcision. I provide detailed instructions to parents (see below in the “FAQ” section).
In the news:
MOHEL
THE STORY
My journey as a Mohel began in early 2001 when I was a third-year medical student in St. Petersburg, Russia. I had the opportunity to study under one of the most renowned Mohels in the former USSR, Menachem-Mendel Freidzon, and together we performed circumcisions on infants and adults in various cities across Russia. I performed my first Brit Milah under his strict supervision, and it was a momentous occasion for me.
After moving to Israel, I continued to practice Brit Milah and had the privilege of performing the circumcision of my own firstborn son, which was a deeply meaningful experience. This led to warm praise and a written recommendation from a world-famous Mohel rav Shimshon Eisenberger, who was present at the ceremony, which further fueled my passion for this sacred practice.
In my quest to deepen my knowledge and skills, I got acquainted with the Brit Yosef-Yitzhak organization, and under its auspices, I had the opportunity to perform circumcisions in various parts of the world, including Russia, Ukraine, Germany, Estonia, India, Hong Kong, and many more. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve families in preserving this important tradition.
In 2022, I was officially certified by the Chief Rabbinate of Israel as a Mohel for adults, which was a significant milestone in my career. In my practice as a Mohel, I incorporate the surgical expertise and sterility protocols that I acquired from my medical background, utilizing modern hemostatic and dressing materials to ensure the highest standard of care for my patients. As a Mohel, I am often asked questions about how to prepare for a Brit Milah ceremony and how to care for the wound post-circumcision. I provide detailed instructions to parents (see below in the “FAQ” section).
In the news:
After moving to Israel, I continued to practice Brit Milah and had the privilege of performing the circumcision of my own firstborn son, which was a deeply meaningful experience. This led to warm praise and a written recommendation from a world-famous Mohel rav Shimshon Eisenberger, who was present at the ceremony, which further fueled my passion for this sacred practice.
In my quest to deepen my knowledge and skills, I got acquainted with the Brit Yosef-Yitzhak organization, and under its auspices, I had the opportunity to perform circumcisions in various parts of the world, including Russia, Ukraine, Germany, Estonia, India, Hong Kong, and many more. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve families in preserving this important tradition.
In 2022, I was officially certified by the Chief Rabbinate of Israel as a Mohel for adults, which was a significant milestone in my career. In my practice as a Mohel, I incorporate the surgical expertise and sterility protocols that I acquired from my medical background, utilizing modern hemostatic and dressing materials to ensure the highest standard of care for my patients. As a Mohel, I am often asked questions about how to prepare for a Brit Milah ceremony and how to care for the wound post-circumcision. I provide detailed instructions to parents (see below in the “FAQ” section).
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FAQ
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- Brit Milah pillow (any thin pillow will do)
- Clean sheet/disposable changing mat (to cover the pillow)
- Diapers (minimum 5 pcs!)
- Wet wipes (pack)
- Tallit and tefillin (for the baby's father)
- A glass, as for kiddush
- Kosher Grape Juice (sealed bottle)
- Pacifier - 2 pcs
- Polydine liquid (Povidon-Iodine solution, תמיסה)
- Ointment Bepanthen plus
- Suppositories Acamoli 80 Mg (paracetamol)
- Hydrogen peroxide (מי חמצן) - two 100 ml bottles
- It is advisable to dress the child in a separate suit (pants and blouse)
- Feed the baby about half an hour before the brit.
- Sandak
- Kvater
- Al akise
- Min akise
- Amida lebrachot
- Brachot
- On the day of the circumcision - do nothing, do not remove the bandage.
- The next day, from morning to afternoon - drip a polydine solution on the bandage every hour.
- After dinner - bathing in the tub.
- When bathing, the bandage usually comes off.
- After bathing - cover the entire surface of the wound or dressing with ointment.
- In the first two days after circumcision, do not apply force, do not rip off the bandage - put the ointment on the bandage.
- After two days - you can try to unroll the bandage a little more actively.
- As per Halacha, I do not administer any anesthesia injections to infants, I use a spray instead to ensure their comfort during the procedure.
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AND ON THE EIGHTH DAY, THE FLESH OF HIS FORESKIN SHALL BE CIRCUMCISED.
Vayikra, 12:3