Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Somerville NJ — Dr. Alok Sharan, MD
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Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Near Somerville, NJ
If you are looking for minimally invasive spine surgery near Somerville, 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 Somerville via Route 287 North or Route 206 North. His pioneering awake technique means smaller incisions, no general anesthesia, same-day discharge, and a 2–4 week recovery for most patients.
Why Somerville Patients Choose Dr. Sharan for MISS
Approximately 25 minutes from Somerville via Route 287 North or Route 206 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 Somerville 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 Somerville Patients
Getting to Our Edison Office from Somerville
From Somerville, take Route 287 North or Route 206 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 Somerville, NJ from our Edison office.
Dr. Sharan also serves as spine doctor for Somerville patients and offers back pain treatment near Somerville. Learn more about minimally invasive spine surgery in NJ.