Eric Bonness MD

Eric K. Bonness, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

Specialties

Joint Replacement, Shoulder, Sports Medicine

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An Omaha native, Dr. Eric Bonness is a Harvard fellowship-trained orthopedic shoulder surgeon who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of shoulder conditions. Dr. Bonness is an expert in both open and minimally-invasive arthroscopic procedures for rotator cuff tears, labral tears, fractures, dislocations, and arthritic shoulder conditions.  He has particular specialized training, including time spent in Germany and France as part of a travelling fellowship, in shoulder replacements with bone loss, as well as, tendon transfer surgeries for irreparable rotator cuff tears.

Hometown: Omaha, NE

Conditions

Biceps Tear at the Shoulder, Biceps Tendinitis, Broken Collarbone, Humerus Fracture (Proximal), Frozen Shoulder, Rotator Cuff Tears, SLAP Tears, Separated Shoulder, Shoulder Arthritis, Shoulder Impingement, Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Joint Tear, and less common conditions

Treatments

Bankart Repair , Latarjet Shoulder Surgery , Rotator Cuff Repair , Shoulder Reconstruction , Shoulder Replacement , Shoulder Scope , and less common treatments

Ages treated: 13+
Accepts workers comp: Yes

Team Members

Maggie Munson, Physician Assistant
Maggie and Dr. Bonness work alongside each other in clinic and surgery to provide comprehensive shoulder care. Maggie often sees Dr. Bonness' patients and they collaborate on their progress.

Nurse

Ashley
In Practice Since 2012

Credentials

Certifications

Education

  • University of Nebraska – Lincoln | B.S., Biological Sciences & Biochemistry, 2008
  • University of Nebraska Medical Center | MD, 2012
  • University of Nebraska-Creighton University Health Foundation | Orthopaedic Surgery Residency, 2017
  • Boston Shoulder Institute at Harvard University | Shoulder Surgery Fellowship, 2018

Memberships & Awards

Associations

Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5 (630 Ratings, 209 Comments)

5 stars
June 28, 2026
Dr.Bonness is very thorough. He explains it in a way for you to understand. He makes you feel comfortable, which makes me less anxious. He doesn't rush you in and out. Superb Dr.
5 stars
June 27, 2026
He’s always informative and always answer all your questions.
5 stars
June 27, 2026
Dr Bonness is wonderful as well as his staff Appreciate him.
5 stars
June 26, 2026
The Physical Therapy here was very one on one and caring for individual needs. Had a very successful outcome.
5 stars
June 26, 2026
They have efficient knowledgeable people who care that you are there
5 stars
June 26, 2026
A very pleasant experience
5 stars
June 24, 2026
Great people to deal with!
5 stars
June 24, 2026
Dr. Bonness and his staff members are professional, personable and knowledgeable
5 stars
June 22, 2026
Friendly, knowledgeable and results
5 stars
June 22, 2026
I hot along so well w surgery.
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