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Why choose Safecirc?

The goal of the Safecirc clinic is to make parents and babies as comfortable as possible before, during and after the procedure. In order to do this we offer a variety of supportive suggestions and pain-control options. For example, we prefer that babies are held by a parent or nurse and warmly covered (never strapped down and stripped down). And we encourage parents to be present for the procedure if they are interested and able. These decisions are up to you.

Who is Dr. Pakes?

Circumcisions @Safecirc are performed by Dr. Barry Pakes, a primary care physician and public health specialist based at the University of Toronto. Dr. Pakes has extensive training and experience in neonatal circumcision and has been performing circumcisions in Barrie and Toronto for more than 15 years. Dr. Pakes also has a PhD in Ethics from the University of Toronto so he is happy to discuss all aspects of your decision with you.