Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Elizabeth NJ — Dr. Alok Sharan, MD
Home » Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Elizabeth NJ
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Near Elizabeth, NJ
If you are looking for minimally invasive spine surgery near Elizabeth, NJ, expert care is approximately 20 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 Elizabeth via NJ Turnpike North to Exit 10. His awake technique means smaller incisions, no general anesthesia, same-day discharge, and a 2–4 week recovery for most patients.
Why Elizabeth Patients Choose Dr. Sharan for MISS
Approximately 20 minutes from Elizabeth via NJ Turnpike North to Exit 10
Awake surgery — regional anesthesia, no general anesthesia risks
Same-day discharge in most cases
2–4 week recovery vs. 6–12 weeks traditional
201 five-star Google reviews — 5.0 rating
Co-editor, Awake Spine Surgery — Thieme (2026)
Minimally Invasive vs. Traditional Spine Surgery
| Traditional Open Spine Surgery | Minimally Invasive Surgery — Dr. Sharan, Serving Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth Patients
Getting to Our Edison Office from Elizabeth
From Elizabeth, take NJ Turnpike North to Exit 10 — approximately 20 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 Elizabeth, NJ from our Edison office.
Dr. Sharan also serves as spine doctor for Elizabeth patients and offers back pain treatment near Elizabeth. Learn more about minimally invasive spine surgery in NJ.
