Jon JP Warner, MD
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4.781974 average rating from 233 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Waltham, MA
Our mission is to provide state of the art patient care based on evidence, measurement of outcomes and transparency, with the primary focus being what is in the best interest of the patient.
Jon J.P. Warner, MD is Co-Chief of the Mass General Shoulder Service. He came to Boston in April of 1998 from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center where he served as Chief of the Shoulder Service for eight years. He is also Co-Chair for Quality and Safety and Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School and the Founder and Past President of the New England Shoulder and Elbow Society. He served as President of the American Shoulder and Elbow Society (ASES) in 2012. He has authored over 300 peer review publications, more than 200 book chapters and 5 textbooks in shoulder surgery. His clinical and basic research has been recognized by more than 30 regional, national and international awards.
He is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and is a member of numerous specialty societies including the Orthopaedic Research Society, the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Arthroscopy Association of North America.
He is also a graduate of Harvard Business School.
Dr. Warner's clinical interests include all aspects of problems related to the shoulder, but with a special interest in management of complex problems and failed treatments.
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Education & Training
- Fellowship: Cornell - Hospital For Special Surgery, Sports Medicine, 1990
- Fellowship: Boston Children's Hospital (for MD/DO), Sports Medicine, 1988
- Residency: Harvard / MGB Combined Training Program*, Orthopedic Surgery, 1987
- Residency: Strong Memorial, Univ. of Rochester, Surgery, 1984
- Internship: Strong Memorial, Univ. of Rochester, Surgery, 1983
- Medical Education: University of Rochester School of Medicine, 1982
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.781974 average rating from 233 reviews
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Dr. Warner explained what was wrong with my shoulder and what he would do for the surgery so that I could understand that he answered all my questions I was treated very nicely by all the staff as well as Dr. Warner [redacted]
2026-08-05
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Dr Warner was direct, knowledgeable, respectful, aware of the patient, helpful, accommodating and kind with a real, down to earth way about him and a cheeky sense of humor that helped to calm down this very anxious patient!
2026-07-29
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Very satisfied
2026-07-29
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Not much of a bedside manner, constant interrupting. I got the information I came for but did not feel listened to or respected.
2026-07-21
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Dr. Warner and his team are excellent
2026-07-19
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Very focused , professional and courteous.
2026-07-15
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[redacted] When I was seen I didn't feel rushed-other than the wait time an A+ experience.
2026-07-15
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[redacted] Dr Warner made me feel very comfortable, asked relevant questions and was clear re process of decision making as greater clarity re specifics of my pain and treatment of same.
2026-07-11
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Extraordinary. Thank you for good care.
2026-07-08
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I'd like to say Dr. Warner is one of the most experienced doctors and I've been to a lot of doctors, very thorough with explaining in the latest terms as to your conditions, diagnosis and prognosis. I recommend him, highly recommend him to anybody that I know that was facing shoulder issues or anything relative to that.
2026-07-08
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Dr. Warner was very empathetic and cared about the concerns I had, and I was very grateful to have him.
2026-07-08
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Knowledgeable and gave professional opinion on what I should do next.
2026-07-06
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I am very thankful to Dr. Warner and his team restoring my shoulder to all, but full recovery.
2026-07-04
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I believe Dr Warner listens to my individual concerns and conditions while presenting his course of treatment.
2026-06-20
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I have already had Dr Warner perform four prior shoulder surgeries and when I overdid it with my snowblower and messed up a repair he had done in [redacted] I felt confident to go back to him for an evaluation. He has a plan for me.
2026-06-17
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Grateful to be seen by the top shoulder surgeon in the world. But left me wondering how to get back to the activities i enjoy. Could not provide this info to me, refer me to PT, or provide any other solutions beside injection and suggested no surgical repair. I left a bit frustrated as there is a big gap between my current abilities and what I would like to do (yoga, bike riding, backpacking) without pain.
2026-06-16
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Dr. Warner is the best.
2026-06-16
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Dr. Warner was courteous and explained everything very well.
2026-06-18
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Dr. Warner is an excellent surgeon and his team is greatly invested and dedicated to patients. They were there to answer questions or give advice whenever needed.
2026-06-18
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Excellent experience
2026-06-17
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I was a patient of Dr. Warner in 2015 and he is the VERY BEST! I feel so fortunate Dr. Warner was able to see me again.
2026-06-11
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Dr. Warner shows incredible patience with me. That, along with his deep experience, gives me confidence and a good feeling.
2026-06-09
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Dr. Warner was excellent and gave many great recommendations!
2026-06-07
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Dr. Warner was very thorough and professional. I left his office fully informed as to my situation and I am pleased for having visited him.
2026-06-04
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Excellent / Dr. Warner is awesome.
2026-06-03
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Dr Warner is extremely professional, intelligent and thorough. He seems to take pride in his work and his ability to do his work well. He is kind and empathetic.
2026-06-03
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I would like to thank Dr. Jake Warner for his very kind care, for responding for an urgent email during the public holiday, scheduling an appointment very soon. And when I sat down with him, he showed a lot of care, awareness of my case and history, and also took all the time and walked me patiently through my case, explaining the x-rays and their details, as well as the treatment plan. And he also addressed my own personal circumstances that I highlighted to him earlier. I really appreciate everything that Dr. J. Warner did. I'd like to thank him universally. Many thanks.
2026-06-03
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Very confident about his work.
2026-06-07
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Dr. Warner explained my diagnosis and the next step to take.
2026-05-28
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This was my first meeting with Dr Warner. He is very knowledgeable and experienced in his field and I am confident that he is the right person for my upcoming surgery.
2026-05-19
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Excellent empathic provider
2026-05-13
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I could not be more satisfied He ws informative explained my issue clearly
2026-05-13
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He listened carefully and explained imaging results carefully thus we were able to make a reasonable plan together.
2026-05-08
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Extremely pleased
2026-05-06
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My experience with Dr Warner and his colleagues and staff from my first visit, to surgery to post-op visit has been superb.
2026-05-06
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I had a very good experience with Dr Warner! I appreciated the quick response to my questions and appreciated knowing the answer to what was causing my pain and discomfort based on his evaluation.
2026-05-06
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Top of his field, limits time with patients; brusque.
2026-04-15
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Dr. Warner's knowledge and ability to explain to me in detail what was wrong and how we could fix it was second to none
2026-04-15
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Doctor Warner is very knowledgeable, he took the time to answer my questions and explained things in a way that was easily comprehendable
2026-04-15
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I was concerned that my broken clavicle required surgery. But Dr. Warner assured me that the bone will heal nicely without surgery.
2026-04-09
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My shoulder surgery was successful and I'm thankful that the surgeon did such a great job.
2026-04-03
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Dr. Warner has always been diliigent and continues to be the absolute best shoulder surgeon. He has replaced both mine and my husband's right shoulder with spectacular results.
2026-04-01
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This provider is the only surgeon I would trust with my shoulder issues
2026-04-01
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Dr. Warner and team are the very best. Dr. Warner understands that my left shoulder is coming along very well after 6 months post surgery but that I still have a painful glitch when raising arm out to side above 90 degrees. Dr. Warner said that if this doesn't resolve in next 3 to 6 months he knows how to fix this.
2026-04-01
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Dear Dr. Warner and Team, I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional care I received during my recent surgery. After researching your work extensively, I decided to travel from Florida to Boston to undergo this procedure under your care, and I am so glad I did. From start to finish, the entire team has been incredibly professional and attentive to my needs. The level of support I received made the travel and the recovery process much easier to manage. I will certainly be recommending your practice to others. Thank you again for your expertise and professionalism. Warm regards, [redacted]
2026-04-02
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The best
2026-03-26
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Outstanding!
2026-03-14
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I think Dr. Warner is a fabulous surgeon. He's operated on one of my shoulders and will be operating on another and I've had total success. I would recommend him to anyone.
2026-03-13
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Extremely knowledgable.
2026-03-12
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The Best
2026-03-04
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Dr. Jon Warner clearly has extensive experience and knowledge regarding shoulder pathology. He provided me a thorough evaluation including showing me what my x-rays revealed and explaining the problems involved in my shoulder condition. He assessed the various treatment possibilities in the context of my chronic medical conditions and other aspects of my life. He was genuinely interested in being helpful, and related excellently to me, seeing me as both a patient and a person. He made a well-thought out referral to another shoulder surgeon who specializes in my particular shoulder pathology, and he made a special request that I be seen as soon as possible given my acutely painful medical situation.
2026-03-05
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Dr. Warner is AMAZING!! He is so bright and so knowledgable and so personable!
2026-02-28
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Great Experience
2026-02-28
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Dr. was very thorough explaining my condition and the need for surgery for a torn rotator cuff, [redacted]
2026-02-26
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I appreciate Dr. Warner's respect for me as a medical professional and human being.
2026-02-25
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I have seen Dr. Warner a number of times over the last 17 years for issues with my shoulder. He always is able to diagnose the problem and recommend a course of treatment. I have every confidence in Dr. Warner in treating my shoulders!
2026-02-22
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Dr. Warner is very knowledgeable and able to explain medical situations in a way that is understandable for the lay person.
2026-02-13
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Dr Warner and his staff are very efficient and take time to listen to everything I had to say.
2026-02-12
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[redacted] and Dr. Warner Knew exactly where and why I was in such pain. They calmed my fears from the previous doctor that exacerbated my injury/surgery. I feel at ease and trust them going forward to repair my shoulder
2026-02-11
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Almost 8 years ago I had such a great experience with Dr. Warner and my recovery on my left shoulder went so well. I need to have my right dominant shoulder done now and would think no other then Dr. Warner to do it.
2026-02-25
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Nothing but positives can be said about my experience at Mass General.
2026-02-25
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Dr Warner was inclusive and courteous and I appreciated the fact that he 1) described my medical situation to me and showed me my shoulder x-rays in detail; and that he 2) found an immediate session for me with [redacted] at PT.
2026-01-31
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Dr. Warner was awesome.. he explained what was going on with my shoulder explained the MRI keeping it easy to understand. Gave me confidence going forward.
2026-01-31
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I had shoulder surgery 8 years ago from Dr Warner and it worked great on my right shoulder now I had him looking at my left shoulder for a failed surgery from a other Dr and he told me what was wrong by looking at some mri that I brought with me when I met with him there's a very good chance I will see him again for my left shoulder
2026-01-18
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Honest, knowledgeable, attentive and patient
2026-01-17
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[redacted] My husband & I were quite impressed with Dr. Warner. He explained the scan & x-ray of my shoulder, he gave me options in regards to surgery. Dr. Warner will inform me if the surgery can be done after he studies my case. If I have the surgery I definitely will have Dr. Warner perform my surgery.
2026-01-14
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Dr Warner explained everything in detail and listened and responded to my concerns.
2026-01-14
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I was extremely pleased with the amount of time I was given, the lengths to which the provider went to identify the specific issues he observed with respect to my shoulder and the treatment options available to me.
2026-01-15
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The care I got was absolutely outstanding
2026-01-15
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Dr. Warner had studied the history of my shoulder problem and prior surgery. He answered all of my questions and informed me of the best plan. He explained the surgery he advised me to have and has told me to think about it. I thought he was excellent.
2026-01-14
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Dr. Warner is exceptionally knowledgeable and personal and an excellent doctor. I look forward to having surgery with him in a few months.
2026-01-12
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Dr.Warner was very attendive and knowledgeable about how potential surgery could/would be helpful to my shoulder pain. He also referenced data from other surgeries that he and his colleagues have performed. This info is helpful as I make a final decision.
2025-12-24
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My sister had been seeing Dr. Warner for years and she always got fabulous results and I must say in my one visit with him I did as well
2025-12-24
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I was there for a second opinion on my shoulder. He knew nothing about my history. I mostly go to Lahey for my other appointments, etc. I saw another doctor at MGH a few months back for a different matter. She knew all about my prior history from just looking it up before I got there.
2025-12-24
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Doctor Warner is an exceptional doctor with great experience and knowledge of shoulder issues. I feel fortunate that he is a member of my care team.
2025-12-31
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Calm and thorough during our visit !
2025-12-24
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Extremely knowledgeable Explained surgery thoroughly
2025-12-24
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appointment with Dr. Warner was MUCH appreciated...and his help going forward to see a referral surgeon !!!
2025-12-16
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[redacted] Meeting with Dr Warner. He is so professional kind and knowledgeable he makes me feel comfortable already. He answers all my questions and explained everything I need to know. Now I am waiting for the surgery day coming soon.
2025-12-08
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Dr. Warner indicated what he felt the issue was and ordered a test for more info. He will follow up after the test results are available. I appreciated his thorough approach.
2025-12-07
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The doctor was very attentive and helped me in the best way possible.
2025-11-26
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Very happy with Dr. Warner's recommendations.
2025-11-14
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John Warner did an excellent job. He replaced both of my shoulders different times, but each time everything was precise, excellent work, very little scars, good operation, everything works the way it's supposed to work. He got me doing the PT on his follow-up schedule and that's been very helpful rehabbing me, getting the most out of the operation and getting the most flexibility. And anytime I've asked him a question, he's been exact on it and fully knowledgeable and he took good care of me. So I very much appreciate it and he did a great job. So I'd give him an A, A plus. All right. Thank you.
2025-11-14
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This provider is a very skilled surgeon. I would recommend for his skill. I felt dismissed following the surgery. [redacted] I was evaluated virtually for the rest of my care. [redacted] Questions were possible but I did not feel heard. He had a list of his own questions to guide the conversation. His primary focus was if I was better than before surgery. That is not the only consideration.
2025-11-13
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I was called in for an X-ray shortly after I arrived. She was very kind. I met the doctors assistant after and he and the doctor were great !
2025-11-12
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Dr Warner is the best
2025-11-06
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I had a very short time with Dr. Warner. I spent most of my time, I'd say 95% of the time, with the PA or somebody before him. And he seemed very good, very competent, very thorough about asking me about my situation, and he filled in Dr. Warner before Dr. Warner came into the room.
2025-11-07
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He was on time and listened carefully to my concerns and what I had to say
2025-11-05
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I saw three different providers they were all very good.
2025-11-01
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The doctor reviewed the conditions for which we met and made an appropriate specialist referral.
2025-10-16
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Dr Warner explained everything to me and everyone in the office was wonderful .
2025-10-08
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Never have to wait. Great service.
2025-10-08
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Excellent
2025-10-06
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He was kind and he listened. He explained everything that my shoulders needed with great care and a lot of information. The PA was wonderful and knowledgeable. I know it's going to really hurt, the correct replacement, but it already does really really hurt. Every single day. Especially if I am asleep And then move the arm. I scream in pain.
2025-10-06
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I think Dr. John Warner is very thorough, extremely experienced, highly intelligent. He knows my problems. He assesses me. He knows what needs to be done. We discuss it and we execute. I think he's great. Thank you.
2025-10-03
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[redacted]. My life partner accompanied me to the appointment, and Dr. Warner answered many of my questions before I even had the chance to ask them. [redacted]. Dr. Warner will perform my surgery on October [redacted], and I feel truly blessed that he can do it. Since he focuses exclusively on shoulder surgery, and I am having a rotator cuff repair, I believe that specialization is essential. I also left his office with a complete packet covering every stage, pre-surgery, surgery, and post-surgery, with more information than I had imagined. It gave me great confidence in the process and in being under his care.
2025-10-01
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I got a better experience out of Dr. Warner than I got out of my past surgeon. I'm more than satisfied with him. And hopefully if I had a surgery, I know he will do the job. Thank you.
2025-10-01
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Outstanding
2025-09-25
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Outstanding initial visit with Dr.!
2025-09-24
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Very impressed with Dr. Warner's grasp of my shoulder problem and ability to lay out a surgical plan to effectively address it.
2025-09-24
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