Over 26 years of combined specialist experience.
The Portland Hospital, 234 Great Portland Street, London, W1W 5QT
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PAEDIATRIC AND NEWBORN CIRCUMCISION
Mr Okoye is a Consultant Paediatric, Adolescent and Neonatal Surgeon at St Georges Hospital, London, and an Honorary Consultant Paediatric Surgeon at the Royal Marsden Hospital
Leading with Experience, Delivering with Care.
A specialist is essential when selecting a circumcision procedure for your child.
Newborn Circumcision
Circumcision is a procedure where the foreskin is removed exposing the head of the penis. Newborn circumcisions are mainly performed for cultural or religious reasons and it is a relatively rare procedure in the UK. If you’re considering having your son circumcised then it is important to discuss the procedure with an experienced doctor so that you can make the right choices about his care.
Circumcision FAQs
Newborn circumcision is a brief and safe procedure that removes the foreskin, often for medical, cultural, or religious reasons. It typically heals within a week with minimal discomfort. Read the FAQs for more information.
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What our Patient’s Say
We had been so worried for so long that something wasn’t right with [our daughter], Finding out she had diaphragmatic hernia and hiatus hernia was devastating, but we are so pleased that the problem was discovered and fixed. [our daughter] can be a normal little girl now. Thanks so much for all your help
Mr & Mrs N – Parents of one year old girl who underwent repair of congenital right sided diaphragmatic hernia with Mr Bruce Okoye at Portland Hospital
Great experience overall, we were extremely anxious about procedure but Mr Okoye explained everything in detail, [my son] is now doing really well and we’re thoroughly enjoying him
Mr L – Father of five week old son who underwent neonatal plastibell circumcision under Mr Bruce Okoye
We attended Mr Okoye’s walk in walk out neonatal clinic with [our son] for a circumcision. The whole process was very straightforward and we were able to take [our son] home straight after procedure
Mr A – Father of 2 week old son who underwent neonatal plastibell circumcision under Mr Bruce Okoye
Why Choose Us
Same-day consultation and procedure
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Affordable
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We take pride in the fact that many new patients come to us through word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied families.
Post procedure care
We provide comprehensive guidance and resources to ensure a smooth, comfortable, and stress-free recovery.
Over 26 years experienced
With over two decades of expertise in field, Mr. Okaye is one of the UK's most experienced surgeons and circumcision specialists.
Minimal discomfort
Advanced techniques that prioritise safety, efficiency, and a gentle approach.
1. What is circumcision?
Circumcision is a surgical procedure to remove the foreskin from the penis. The foreskin is the retractable skin that covers the glans or head of the penis. Circumcision surgery is sometimes performed on young babies for cultural reasons. Medical circumcisions may also be carried out to treat certain conditions in older boys or adult men, but this can be a more serious procedure with a higher risk of side effects.
2. Are there any medical reasons for newborn circumcision?
There are no medical reasons why a healthy newborn boy would need to be circumcised. Circumcision is sometimes recommended in older children if there is a medical issue affecting the foreskin. For example, if boys experience frequent episodes of balanitis or the foreskin fails to retract by the age of about 6 it may be necessary to consider surgery.
3. How common is circumcision in the UK?
Circumcision isn’t common in London or the rest of the UK. Only about 8.5% of boys and men in the UK are circumcised. When circumcision is performed on newborn babies, it is mainly for social or religious reasons. The procedure is more common in other parts of the world, so parents from these regions may decide that they want their sons to be circumcised. British parents may also choose circumcision for cultural or religious reasons. Some boys are circumcised later for medical reasons if there is an issue with the foreskin.
4. What age should my son be circumcised?
If you want your baby to be circumcised then it is a good idea to arrange the procedure while he is still a baby. The procedure can be less distressing for infants and it will also take less time for the foreskin to drop off when circumcision is performed using the Plastibell ® method. It is best to arrange the procedure during the first year, although it is possible to perform circumcisions after this. We recommend arranging the circumcision within the first 8 weeks as we will then be able to use the Plastibell ® technique.
5. What are the benefits of newborn circumcision?
Newborn circumcision is mainly performed for social or cultural reasons as there is no medical need to have the procedure. However, there is some evidence that circumcision can reduce the risk of developing certain conditions in later life. For example, men who have been circumcised can be less likely to catch certain STIs (including HPV and HIV) from their partners during some kinds of intercourse. Circumcision may also make it easier to keep the penis clean, although it is still essential to follow good personal hygiene practices to prevent issues such as inflammation. The potential health benefits of the procedure aren’t big enough to justify having your baby circumcised for medical reasons. However, you may still choose to have the procedure for social or religious reasons.
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