Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Berkeley Heights NJ — Dr. Alok Sharan, MD
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Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Near Berkeley Heights, NJ
If you are looking for minimally invasive spine surgery near Berkeley Heights, NJ, expert care is approximately 25 minutes away in Edison. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, performs advanced minimally invasive spine surgery at The Spine and Performance Institute, 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 — reached from Berkeley Heights via Route 78 East or Route 22 East. His awake technique means smaller incisions, no general anesthesia, same-day discharge, and a 2–4 week recovery for most patients.
Why Berkeley Heights Patients Choose Dr. Sharan for MISS
Approximately 25 minutes from Berkeley Heights via Route 78 East or Route 22 East
Awake surgery — regional anesthesia, no general anesthesia risks
Same-day discharge in most cases
2–4 week recovery vs. 6–12 weeks traditional
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Co-editor, Awake Spine Surgery — Thieme (2026)
Minimally Invasive vs. Traditional Spine Surgery
| Traditional Open Spine Surgery | Minimally Invasive Surgery — Dr. Sharan, Serving Berkeley Heights NJ |
|---|
| Large incisions (3–6 inches) | Tiny incisions (less than 1 inch) |
| General anesthesia required | Regional anesthesia with sedation |
| 1–3 day hospital stay | Same-day discharge in most cases |
| 6–12 week recovery | 2–4 week recovery |
| Significant muscle disruption | Muscle-sparing technique |
| Higher complication risk | Fewer complications, less blood loss |
Conditions We Treat for Berkeley Heights Patients
Getting to Our Edison Office from Berkeley Heights
From Berkeley Heights, take Route 78 East or Route 22 East — approximately 25 minutes. Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820. Phone: (732) 898-3950. No referral required.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Call
732-898-3950 to schedule. Serving Berkeley Heights, NJ from our Edison office.
Dr. Sharan also serves as spine doctor for Berkeley Heights patients and offers back pain treatment near Berkeley Heights. Learn more about minimally invasive spine surgery in NJ.
