Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Franklin Township NJ — Dr. Alok Sharan, MD
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Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Near Franklin Township, NJ
If you are looking for minimally invasive spine surgery near Franklin Township, 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 Franklin Township via Route 27 North or Route 287 North. His pioneering awake technique means smaller incisions, no general anesthesia, same-day discharge, and a 2–4 week recovery for most patients.
Why Franklin Township Patients Choose Dr. Sharan for MISS
Approximately 25 minutes from Franklin Township via Route 27 North or Route 287 North
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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Minimally Invasive vs. Traditional Spine Surgery
| Traditional Open Surgery | Minimally Invasive — Dr. Sharan, Serving Franklin Township NJ |
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| Large incisions | 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 |
| Higher complication risk | Fewer complications, less blood loss |
Conditions We Treat for Franklin Township Patients
Getting to Our Edison Office from Franklin Township
From Franklin Township, take Route 27 North or Route 287 North — approximately 25 minutes to 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820. Phone: (732) 898-3950. No referral required.
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732-898-3950 to schedule. Serving Franklin Township, NJ from our Edison office.
Dr. Sharan also serves as spine doctor for Franklin Township patients and offers back pain treatment near Franklin Township. Learn more about minimally invasive spine surgery in NJ.