A group of doctors from the National Institutes of Health and Johns Hopkins are pushing the case for neonatal circumcision. They argue that recent studies show that circumcision is an effective method for reducing the risk of catching certain sexually transmitted diseases.
The American Academy of Pediatrics’ stance has been that there isn’t enough evidence to recommend routine circumcision. However, they are reviewing evidence this year to determine if they should update their recommendations.
Children’s Hiep Nguyen, MD, co-director of the Center for Robotic Surgery and director of Robotic Surgery Research and Training, answers common questions about circumcision.
What are your reasons for choosing to or opting not to have your son circumcised?
