MD West ONE Welcomes Dr. Blake Bodendorfer, Expanding Sports Medicine and Shoulder Care Across the Region
MD West ONE is honored to welcome Dr. Blake Bodendorfer, MD, FAAOS, to its team of orthopedic specialists, further strengthening the practice’s comprehensive approach to musculoskeletal care. Dr. Bodendorfer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with advanced training in sports medicine and shoulder surgery, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee.
Beginning April 1, 2026 Dr. Bodendorfer will see patients at MD West ONE’s Farnam, Council Bluffs, and Fountain Ridge clinics, improving access to specialized orthopedic and sports medicine care for patients across Omaha, western Iowa, and surrounding communities.
Dr. Bodendorfer provides care for patients of all ages and activity levels, from competitive athletes to individuals simply looking to return to everyday activities without pain. His clinical expertise includes treating conditions such as:
- ACL Tears
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Meniscal Tears
- Hip Labral Tears / Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)
- Shoulder Instability / Dislocation
- Knee & Hip Arthritis
- See the full list of injuries and conditions.
Dr. Bodendorfer offers both non-surgical and surgical treatment options, tailoring care to each patient’s needs and goals. His approach emphasizes conservative care when appropriate, including physical therapy, activity modification, and injection therapies, while also providing advanced surgical solutions when necessary. He is highly skilled in minimally invasive and arthroscopic procedures, which allow for smaller incisions, less tissue disruption, and often a faster recovery.
His surgical expertise includes:
- Anterior Total Hip Replacement
- Robotic Knee Replacement
- ACL Reconstruction
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Labral Repair / Stabilization
- Knee Arthroscopy (Meniscus Surgery)
- Hip Arthroscopy (Labral Repair / FAI Correction)
- Cartilage Restoration Procedures
- See the full list of treatments and procedures.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Bodendorfer has extensive experience caring for athletes as a team physician at the professional, collegiate, and high school levels. This background gives him a unique understanding of performance demands and return-to-play decision making, allowing him to guide patients safely and efficiently back to the activities they love.
Dr. Bodendorfer is known for his patient-centered approach, taking time to educate patients on their condition, explain treatment options clearly, and develop personalized care plans focused on long-term outcomes, not just short-term relief.
“Adding Dr. Bodendorfer to our team reflects our continued commitment to providing advanced, subspecialty orthopedic care close to home,” said MD West ONE. “His expertise in sports medicine and shoulder surgery enhances our ability to care for patients at every stage, from injury through recovery and return to activity.” At MD West ONE, patients benefit from a collaborative, multispecialty approach, with orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, spine specialists, pain management physicians, and physical therapy services working together to deliver seamless, comprehensive care from diagnosis through recovery.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Bodendorfer, please call (402) 390-4111.
Dr. Bodendorfer will see Patients at the following MD West ONE Clinics:
