Dr. Frank Bohnenamp’s surgical technique allows for rapid recovery. His mission is to restore pain-free function and return to work and recreational activities as soon as possible after hip and knee replacement surgeries.
Dr. Frank Bohnenamp’s surgical technique allows for rapid recovery. His mission is to restore pain-free function and return to work and recreational activities as soon as possible after hip and knee replacement surgeries.
Dr. Frank Bohnenkamp completed his undergraduate studies at University of Iowa. He had an interest in mathematics, physics and engineering. His engineering studies led him to biomedical sciences. He followed a premed track and graduated with a bachelor of science degree in biomedical engineering and he graduated with Highest Distinction.
Dr. Bohnenkamp then attended the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago where his passion for anatomy and the musculoskeletal system was born. His rotation in orthopedic surgery unlocked the final pathway for his career by linking all of his interests. Orthopedic surgery not only required a sophisticated knowledge of anatomy but also required the surgeon to understand the biomechanics of the limb – especially when reconstructing joints or fixing fractures. After completing residency, he elected to pursue additional specialized training with a fellowship in complex hip and knee reconstruction at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. While there, he was able to participate in some of the most complex cases possible to enhance his skills. His extensive education has given him an advantage over other orthopedic surgeons in the field of joint replacements.
Dr. Bohnenkamp joined OrthoIllinois in October 2014. He specialized in total joint hip and knee reconstruction. He is one of the few surgeons in the area that is Board Certified and Fellowship trained to handle complex hip and knee reconstruction and revision procedures. He has performed several hundred revision procedures to correct failing total joint replacements for various reasons and thousands of primary joint replacements.
Dr. Bohnenkamp’s focus is on personalized health care. He treats each patient as an individual. There are a number of different treatment options preceding surgical intervention, however, he is up to date on the latest technologies and rapid recovery techniques.
Dr. Bohnenamp’s surgical technique allows for a rapid recovery. His mission is to restore pain-free function and return to work and recreational activities as soon as possible after hip and knee replacement surgeries. This is possible because Dr. Bohnenkamp is specialized in minimally invasive, muscle-sparing direct anterior hip replacements. He is the only one in the area offering not only a small bikini incision approach but also fully automated hip replacements with computer and x-ray navigation to get perfect positioning of the implants to restore patient function. Similarly, he specializes in minimally invasive knee procedures including partial and total knee replacements utilizing computer navigation and modern techniques to minimize pain and restore function as soon as possible. All of his protocols lead to rapid recovery allowing a faster return to normal functioning, showering, driving without restrictions, and a decreased need for pain medications. Surgery can even be done in the outpatient setting allowing you to recover in the comfort of your own home.
Dr. Bohnenkamp is involved in peer-review journal articles and education of future orthopedic surgeons. He is a member of a number of professional orthopedic surgeon organizations. He enjoys educating his patients, other physicians, and the general public. In his free time, Dr. Bohnenkamp likes to spend time with his wife and daughter.
Conditions & Treatments
Anterior Knee Pain
Birmingham Hip Resurfacing
Direct Anterior Approach Hip Replacement
Gluteus Medius tear
Hip Arthritis
Hip Bursitis
Knee Arthritis
Meniscus Tear
Mini-Posterior Approach Total Hip Replacement
Osteoarthritis
Osteonecrosis or Avasular Necrosis of the Hip
Outpatient Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Patellar and Quad Tendon tear
Revision Hip Replacement
Revision Knee Replacement
Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Replacement
Training
Bachelors Degree: University of Iowa College of Engineering
Medical Degree: The University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine
Residency: The University of Illinois at Chicago Orthopedic Surgery
Fellowship: Washington University Joint Preserving, Resurfacing, and Replacement
Hospital Affiliations
Advocate Sherman Hospital
Algonquin Road Surgery Center
Northwestern Hospital
Mercy Rockford Hospital
Great visit. Precise feedback and direction moving forward. Will see him again next week.
He is the best doctor very cordial and he smiles and super professional
Very thorough in explaining. I place great confidence in him
Great doctor. Explains things and doesn't rush your appointment.
Listens to me and responds to my concerns.
Friendly and straightforward approach. Dr. Bohenkamp expertly made my right hip pain free 4 years ago and will soon make the other one pain free as well!
Dr Bohnenkamp was very friendly from the moment he opened the exam room door. He showed me the exactly what was wrong with my hip joint, and explained how he was going to replace it. He went over the procedure and answered my questions. His last words to me as he left the exam room were "Don't worry I got this you're going to feel 100% better"
Patient and took time to explain options.
Dr Bohnenkamp is an outstanding physician with surgical skill in the operating room! He was also able relate to me on a personal level reassuring me that he would be able to fix my knee issue! He is positive, competent and caring! He will be my choice for any knee or hip surgery going forward!
Dr Bohnenkamp listens well and shows genuine interest in the patients problem and how he can help them.