Expert Spine Surgery Serving Piscataway, NJ
Spine surgery Piscataway patients choose Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS at The Spine and Performance Institute — located just 10 minutes from Piscataway in Edison, NJ. Dr. Sharan is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon who pioneered the awake spinal fusion technique, offering spine surgery near Piscataway without general anesthesia. Patients from Piscataway benefit from same-day discharge, faster recovery, and 20+ years of surgical expertise. Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 serves all of Middlesex County including Piscataway, New Brunswick, South Plainfield, and surrounding communities.
Years Experience
Why Piscataway Patients Choose Awake Spinal Fusion
Regional anesthesia — with sedation
Same-day discharge in most cases
2–4 week recovery vs 6–12 weeks traditional
Fewer complications, less blood loss
Opioid-sparing — significantly reduced need for narcotic pain medication
201 five-star Google reviews — 5.0 rating
Co-editor of Awake Spine Surgery — Thieme Medical Publishers (2026)
Conditions We Treat
About Dr. Alok Sharan — Spine Surgeon Serving Piscataway
Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon near Piscataway NJ with fellowship training from NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases. He is the pioneer of the awake spinal fusion technique — a minimally invasive approach that replaces general anesthesia with regional anesthesia, dramatically reducing recovery time and surgical risk. Dr. Sharan serves as Deputy Editor of Clinical Spine Surgery, a peer-reviewed journal, and has published over 100 peer-reviewed studies. He has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and NY Magazine Best Doctor. Piscataway patients drive just 10 minutes to our Edison office via NJ-287 South to receive world-class spine care.
Awake vs. Traditional Spine Surgery
| Traditional Spine Surgery | Awake Spinal Fusion — Dr. Sharan |
|---|---|
| General anesthesia | Regional anesthesia — with sedation |
| 1–3 day hospital stay | Same-day discharge in most cases |
| 6–12 week recovery | 2–4 week recovery |
| Higher complication risk | Fewer complications, less blood loss |
| Higher cost | Lower cost, most insurance accepted |
Getting to Our Office from Piscataway
Our Edison office is approximately 10 minutes from Piscataway — the fastest drive in Middlesex County:
- Take NJ-287 South to Exit 5 for Durham Ave
- Turn right on Progress St — our office is at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820
Call (732) 898-3950 to schedule your consultation. New patients from Piscataway are typically seen within 1–2 weeks. You can also upload your MRI images in advance at our secure MRI portal.
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery Piscataway NJ
How far is the spine surgery center from Piscataway?
Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 10 minutes from Piscataway via NJ-287 South. Call (732) 898-3950 to schedule.
What spine surgery procedures are available near Piscataway?
We offer awake spinal fusion, ACDF surgery, lumbar fusion, laminectomy and discectomy, spinal stenosis decompression, and minimally invasive spine surgery — all without general anesthesia.
Do I need a referral for spine surgery in Piscataway?
No referral is needed. Piscataway patients can book directly by calling (732) 898-3950 or visiting our contact page.
Is awake spinal fusion covered by insurance?
Most major insurance plans are accepted. Our team will verify your coverage before your first visit. Call (732) 898-3950 for details.
How long is recovery from spine surgery near Piscataway?
With Dr. Sharan’s awake minimally invasive technique, most Piscataway patients go home the same day and return to light activity within 2–4 weeks — compared to 6–12 weeks with conventional surgery.
Dial 732-898-3950 now to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help change your life.
Dr. Sharan also serves patients from nearby Piscataway spine doctor page, New Brunswick, Edison, and Woodbridge — all just minutes from our Edison office.
