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.
Shoulder Service at Mass General Waltham 52 Second Ave. 3rd Floor, Suite 3300 Waltham, MA02451 Phone: 617-724-7307
Mass General Orthopaedics 55 Fruit St. Yawkey Center for Outpatient Care Boston, MA02114 Phone: 617-726-2784
Medical Education
MD, University of Rochester School of Medicine
Residency, Harvard / MGB Combined Training Program*
Residency, Strong Memorial, Univ. of Rochester
Fellowship, Boston Children's Hospital
Fellowship, Cornell - Hospital For Special Surgery
American Board Certifications
Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Accepted Insurance Plans
Aetna
Beech Street
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
Cigna
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Coventry
Fallon Health
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Maine Community Health Options
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
MassHealth
Medicaid CT
Medicaid ME
Medicaid NH
Medicaid NY
Medicaid RI
Medicaid VT
Medicare
Medicare ACO
Multiplan
Railroad Medicare
Senior Whole Health
TriCare
Tufts Health Plan
United Health Care
Wellpoint
WellSense
WellSense NH
Note: This provider may accept more insurance plans than shown; please call the practice to find out if your plan is accepted.
Research
Outcomes Research: The focus of our research is to analyze all outcomes in order to improve care. Our prospective registry allows us to measure patient-reported outcomes including the process of recovery, the amount of pain and improved function, and the durability of the recovery. Together with other analysis of groups of patients our focus is to improve the value of the care delivered to all patients with shoulder problems.
Publications
Select publications:
Woodmass JM, Wagner ER, Borque KA, Chang MJ, Welp KM, Warner JJP: Superior Capsular Reconstruction using derman allograft: Early outcomes and survival. J Shoulder Elbow Surgery. 2019, June;28(6S):S100-109.
Wagner ER, Chang MJ, Welp KM, Solberg MJ, Hunt TJ, Woodmass JM, Higgins LD, Warner JJP: The impact of reverse prosthesis on revision shoulder arthroplasty: analysis of a high-volume shoulder practice. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2019 Feb;28(2):e49-e56.
Menendez ME, Lawler SM, Shaker J, Bassoff NW, Warner JJP, Jawa A: Time-Driven Activity-Based Costing to identify Patients Incurring High Inpatient Cost for Total Shoulder Arthroplasty. J Bone Joint Surg AM. 2018 Dec 5;100(23):2050-2056.
Woodmass JM, Welp KM, Chang MJ, Borque KA, Wagner ER, Warner JJP: A reduction in the rate of nerve injury after Latarjet: a before-after study of neuromonitoring. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2018 Dec;27(12):2153-2158.
Wagner ER, Woodmass JM, Welp KM, Chang MJ, Elhassan BT, Higgins LD, Warner, JJP: Novel Arthroscopic Tendon Transfers for Postero-superior Rotator Cuff Tears: Latissimus Dorsi and Lower Trapezius Transfers. JBJS Essent Surg Tech 2018 Apr 25;8(2):e12.
Woodmass JM, Wagner ER, Chang MJ, Welp KM, Elhassan BT, Higgins LD, Warner JJP: Arthroscopic treatment of Massive Postero-superior Rotator Cuff Tears ;A Critical Analysis Review. JBJS Rev. 2018 Sep;6(9):e3.
Reviews: Comments and Ratings
4.8out of 5(236 Ratings, 101 Comments)
March 2025
Dr. Warner is a great. He is investigating what is going on with me in through manner
March 2025
I'm feeling more hopeful about having my longterm chronic shoulder pain addressed and repaired following my appointment with Dr. Warner.
March 2025
It was my first time seeing Dr. Warner, he was friendly and listened to all my concerns, and in great detail explained the next steps to find the root cause of my pain.
March 2025
Top notch
March 2025
Dr. Warner was excellent! He saw me ahead of schedule, listened attentively, asked thorough questions and was very thoughtful. He did not jump to the conclusion that surgery was necessary which was really nice to see from a surgeon
March 2025
Yes, I was very happy to get an appointment with him and I was referred to him and it was quick, you know, I was able to get one soon. So I'm very happy with all of that. [redacted].
March 2025
Dr Warner is excellent. [redacted] his PA too. He was engaging and professional. He took the time to show patient education materials available and explained the importance of tracking recovery. He even showed a graft of what an expected recovery timeline was for the procedure. He has earned his reputation. He provided enough detail and ... Read More
Dr Warner is excellent. [redacted] his PA too. He was engaging and professional. He took the time to show patient education materials available and explained the importance of tracking recovery. He even showed a graft of what an expected recovery timeline was for the procedure. He has earned his reputation. He provided enough detail and information but there is definitely more to learn. He did not want to provide too much which may be difficult to retain it all.
March 2025
We are very pleased to get an appointment as quickly as possible and very happy with the doctor's visit and the doctor's recommendation.
March 2025
Very informative and knowledgeable. Took time to listen to my concerns and presented options for me.
Please join us in congratulating the 13 Mass General orthopaedic surgeons named Top Doctors by Boston magazine for 2022. This impressive achievement is a testament to the commitment of our clinical team to providing safe, high-quality care while ensuring an exceptional patient experience.
Three-dimensional planning software may improve outcomes for shoulder arthroplasty. The technology allows surgeons to install the prosthetic joint with greater foresight and precision.
Please join us in congratulating the 13 Mass General orthopaedic surgeons named Top Doctors by Boston magazine for 2022. This impressive achievement is a testament to the commitment of our clinical team to providing safe, high-quality care while ensuring an exceptional patient experience.
Three-dimensional planning software may improve outcomes for shoulder arthroplasty. The technology allows surgeons to install the prosthetic joint with greater foresight and precision.
Please join us in congratulating the 13 Mass General orthopaedic surgeons named Top Doctors by Boston magazine for 2022. This impressive achievement is a testament to the commitment of our clinical team to providing safe, high-quality care while ensuring an exceptional patient experience.
Three-dimensional planning software may improve outcomes for shoulder arthroplasty. The technology allows surgeons to install the prosthetic joint with greater foresight and precision.
Dr. Warner is a great. He is investigating what is going on with me in through manner
I'm feeling more hopeful about having my longterm chronic shoulder pain addressed and repaired following my appointment with Dr. Warner.
It was my first time seeing Dr. Warner, he was friendly and listened to all my concerns, and in great detail explained the next steps to find the root cause of my pain.
Top notch
Dr. Warner was excellent! He saw me ahead of schedule, listened attentively, asked thorough questions and was very thoughtful. He did not jump to the conclusion that surgery was necessary which was really nice to see from a surgeon
Yes, I was very happy to get an appointment with him and I was referred to him and it was quick, you know, I was able to get one soon. So I'm very happy with all of that. [redacted].
Dr Warner is excellent. [redacted] his PA too. He was engaging and professional. He took the time to show patient education materials available and explained the importance of tracking recovery. He even showed a graft of what an expected recovery timeline was for the procedure. He has earned his reputation. He provided enough detail and ... Read More
We are very pleased to get an appointment as quickly as possible and very happy with the doctor's visit and the doctor's recommendation.
Very informative and knowledgeable. Took time to listen to my concerns and presented options for me.
Professional, knowledgeable, courteous, confident.