July 14, 1999

Dear Dr. Kogen:

Mona and I want to thank you again for the wonderful bris ceremony and circumcision you performed on our sons, Samuel Jacob and Michael Alan. We want to express our sincere gratitude for the amazing way you performed in front of family and friends. You brought a profound sensitivity to this special ceremony. It was evident to us that your attention to detail assured that everything would go flawlessly.

You elegantly explained the importance of ritual circumcision and its religious significance in a baby boy's Jewish life. We felt that your suggestions to place pictures of our loved ones on the ceremonial table added a special touch. You beautifully captured the spiritual aspects of the bris, while showing concern and compassion for our sons' welfare. While you joked about not guaranteeing identical circumcisions for our twin sons, your surgical procedures were perfect and left Samuel and Michael in little discomfort, (and, as near as we can tell, they are still identical).

We received many compliments on the wonderful way you performed the bris for both our sons. We heard comments that it was the best bris ever attended. Many in attendance were so moved by the beauty and sincerity of the service that it brought tears to their eyes.

Your follow up phone calls over the next few weeks displayed your empathic manner and sincere concern about our sons' well being, as well as your ability to connect with your clients. We felt so at ease regarding the after care because of your kind heart and profound sensitivity. Your warmth and compassion reflect your dedication to your profession.

We convey our deep appreciation and thanks for making our sons' bris ceremony a very special and wonderful experience. We will remember and cherish the memory for the rest of our lives. We will certainly highly recommend you to anyone we know desiring a bris for their son.

Most Sincerely,

Steve and Mona Ross

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