Minneapolis · Saint Paul
A warm, thoughtful Brit Milah for your family.
I'm Bob Karasov — a pediatrician and Mohel serving the Twin Cities since 1985. I have performed well over a thousand brises with Jewish families and clergy from every denomination.
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Everything you need, in one place.
Meet the Mohel
About
A pediatrician since 1985, Mohel since 1985, observant Jew and lay Cantor — a short introduction.
Read more →The day itself
The Ceremony
A clear walk-through of what to expect on the day, from blessings to the celebratory meal.
Read more →Before the bris
What You Need
A simple checklist for the household — items to gather, plus answers to common first-time questions.
Read more →Roots
History & Traditions
The 3,500-year-old roots of Brit Milah and why the eighth day holds the weight that it does.
Read more →Families
Testimonials
Notes from local families and rabbis who I have had the privilege to work with over the years.
Read more →Meaning
Why Have a Bris
A medical circumcision is not a bris. A short note on what makes the ritual meaningful.
Read more →Together
Interfaith Couples
Common questions about bris, baby naming, and raising a Jewish child in an interfaith family.
Read more →Healing
After the Bris
Care instructions for the seven days that follow, and what counts as normal vs. worth a call.
Read more →Reach out
Contact
Phone, email, and address — get in touch to plan your ceremony or ask a question.
Read more →“A bris is a sacred moment for a family. My goal is to make it a calm and meaningful experience for everyone involved.”
— Robert Karasov, M.D.