About Dr Martin Harris

Specialist Baby Circumcision Doctor in London

Dr Martin Harris is a highly experienced London medical doctor providing expert, gentle newborn and baby circumcision from his clinic in Golders Green, NW11, as well as offering private home visits across London and surrounding areas where appropriate.

With 50 years of medical experience and 40 years specializing in baby circumcision, Dr Harris combines formal surgical and general medical expertise with a compassionate, personalized approach to care for both babies and their families.

This page provides full details of Dr Harris’s medical qualifications, professional background, specialist training, and clinical approach to help you make a fully informed decision for your baby.

Medical Qualifications & Credentials

Dr Martin Harris qualified in medicine at the Royal London Hospital, University of London, and holds the following medical degrees, memberships, and qualifications:

• B Pharm (Honours) – Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

• MB BS (London) – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Royal London Hospital)

• LRCP (London) – Licentiate of the Royal College of Physicians

• MRCS (England) – Member of the Royal College of Surgeons

• FRCGP – Fellow of the Royal College of General Practitioners

• RCPathME – Qualified Medical Examiner (Royal College of Pathologists)

GMC Registration & International Licences

• United Kingdom: Fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) to practice medicine in the UK, adhering strictly to the highest standards of British medical care and ethics.

• International Licences: Dr Harris also holds official medical registrations across international jurisdictions:

  • Medical Council of Ireland – Registered Medical Practitioner

  • Gibraltar Medical Registration Board – Registered Medical Practitioner

  • Socialstyrelsen Sweden – Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare Medical Registration Licence

Paediatric & Surgical Experience

Over four decades of dedicated circumcision practice, Dr Harris has built extensive clinical knowledge in surgical care, paediatric assessment, and complex case management.

His broad background includes close collaboration with top-tier paediatric and surgical specialists:

• Consultant Paediatric Surgeons: Expertise in identifying complex anatomical variations, such as hypospadias repair.

• Consultant Paediatric Haematologists: Managed care alongside leading bleeding disorder specialists (covering conditions such as Haemophilia and Factor XI deficiency).

Every infant is thoroughly evaluated as an individual. If your baby's medical history highlights potential health or bleeding concerns, Dr Harris will carefully consult with specialized medical teams before determining whether circumcision is safe to proceed.

Religious & Cultural Circumcision (Brit Milah)

In addition to his medical credentials, Dr Harris is a registered Mohel with the British Initiation Society (BRIS). He is fully qualified to perform traditional Brit Milah (Bris) for Jewish families.

His background allows him to seamlessly integrate authentic religious traditions with stringent medical protocols, ensuring complete peace of mind regarding your baby’s safety, pain management, and surgical hygiene.

Summary of Professional Appointments

• General Practitioner & Private GP in London (50 years of practice)

• Specialist Baby Circumcision Doctor operating in Golders Green, London

• Consultant Medical Practitioner at The Portland Hospital for Women and Children, London

• Honorary Contract Consulting, Department of Paediatric Urology, Great Ormond Street Hospital London

• Registered Mohel with the British Initiation Society (BRIS)

Clinical Approach & Patient Care

Dr Harris’s practice is built around safety, transparency, empathy, and clear communication.

What parents can expect:

1. Pre-Procedure Consultation: A thorough check of your baby’s general health, anatomy, and surgical suitability.

2. Clear Consent & Guidance: An open discussion answering every question so parents feel completely prepared.

3. Gentle Technique & Comfort: Focus on efficient, modern local anaesthesia and effective pain management techniques to minimize discomfort.

4. Comprehensive Aftercare: Direct access to professional aftercare instructions, ongoing monitoring, and follow-up advice.

5. Cultural Sensitivity: Full respect for every family’s personal, medical, or religious background.

Care Quality Commission (CQC) Registration

Circumcision London is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care services in England.

The CQC assessed the service at registration as structured to be safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led. The service has not yet been inspected by the CQC. Full registration details are available upon request for parents wishing to review our regulatory compliance.

Meet Dr Martin Harris

"My goal is simple: to offer parents clarity, clinical excellence, and absolute reassurance—delivering the highest standard of medical care to their babies in a warm, supportive environment."

— Dr Martin Harris

Dr Martin Harris, baby circumcision doctor

What Parents Say

Reading reviews from other families can offer valuable insight when choosing a circumcision doctor. Parents frequently mention Dr Harris's reassuring bedside manner, meticulous hygienic standards, and supportive post-procedure aftercare.

To read further feedback from parents across London, please visit our Baby Circumcision Reviews page.

Related Information & Next Steps

• Discover what happens on the day on our Circumcision Process page (covering preparation, pain management, and aftercare).

• Read more about our clinic ethos on Why Choose Dr Harris.

• Ready to speak with us? Contact our Golders Green clinic today to ask a question or book an appointment.