Serving New York
Mohel in New York
Rabbi Howard Glantz travels to New York City, Westchester, and Long Island to perform bris ceremonies for families of every background.
Rabbi Glantz received his clinical training at Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx and has served New York families throughout his 30+ years as a certified mohel. He travels to all five boroughs and the surrounding suburbs to perform the bris in your home.
New York families often juggle small apartments, big guest lists, and complicated logistics. Rabbi Glantz has seen it all — he helps you plan a ceremony that fits your space and your family, whether that’s an intimate living-room bris or a larger gathering at a synagogue or event space.
Areas Rabbi Glantz serves in New York
- ✓Manhattan
- ✓Brooklyn (Park Slope, Williamsburg, Brooklyn Heights)
- ✓Queens (Forest Hills, Great Neck border communities)
- ✓The Bronx and Riverdale
- ✓Staten Island
- ✓Westchester County (Scarsdale, White Plains, New Rochelle)
- ✓Long Island (Nassau and western Suffolk)
Not on the list? Rabbi Glantz travels widely — read about how far he will travel or just call.
What to expect at the bris
- ✓A pre-ceremony call to walk through preparation, honors, and timing
- ✓A traditional ceremony explained in English so every guest can follow along
- ✓Several pain-management options to keep your baby comfortable
- ✓The procedure itself typically takes under two minutes
- ✓Aftercare instructions and follow-up availability
Learn more about the ceremony, how to prepare, and pain management.
From families in New York
“Rabbi Glantz made the bris ceremony truly beautiful and meaningful. He was professional, caring, and made our entire family feel at ease. We could not have asked for a better mohel.”
“We were nervous as first-time parents, but Rabbi Glantz walked us through everything beforehand. The ceremony was perfect, exactly what we had hoped for.”
“From the moment we contacted Rabbi Glantz, we felt completely supported. He took the time to understand our family and tailored the ceremony perfectly. Highly recommend.”
Common questions from New York families
Does Rabbi Glantz really travel from Philadelphia to New York for a bris?
Yes — travel is a normal part of his practice, and New York is well within his regular service area. He has traveled by car, train, and plane to reach families. Call 215-439-5033 to discuss your date.
Can a bris be done in a New York City apartment?
Yes, and it happens all the time. A bris needs only a small table, good light, and a comfortable spot for the sandek (the person honored with holding the baby). Rabbi Glantz will tell you exactly what to set up — it takes just a few minutes.
What is Rabbi Glantz’s connection to New York?
He trained clinically at Jacobi Medical Center / Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx and completed his mohel certification through the Brit Kodesh program at the Jewish Theological Seminary of America in Manhattan.
More answers on the full FAQ page.
Expecting a boy in New York?
Call Rabbi Glantz with no obligation whatsoever, or pre-register online.