Circumcision-Topic Overview
Circumcision Guide
Circumcisions usually are done by a pediatrician, obstetrician, family medicine doctor, surgeon, or urologist. Circumcisions that are performed for religious reasons are sometimes done by others trained in the procedure. For your baby's safety, it is best that the person doing the surgery is well trained, uses sterile techniques, and knows how to manage your baby's pain during and after the surgery.
Circumcision - Topic Overview
Circumcision Guide
- Topic Overview
- Health Tools
- What Happens During a Circumcision
- What to Expect After Surgery
- When to Call a Doctor
- Why It May Be Done
- Risks
- What to Think About
- Other Places To Get Help
- Related Information
- References
- Credits
Who performs circumcisions?
Circumcisions usually are done by a pediatrician, obstetrician, family medicine doctor, surgeon, or urologist. Circumcisions that are performed for religious reasons are sometimes done by others trained in the procedure. For your baby's safety, it is best that the person doing the surgery is well trained, uses sterile techniques, and knows how to manage your baby's pain during and after the surgery.
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