Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Summit NJ — Dr. Alok Sharan, MD
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Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Near Summit, NJ
If you are looking for minimally invasive spine surgery near Summit, 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 Summit via Route 24 East to 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 Summit Patients Choose Dr. Sharan for MISS
Approximately 25 minutes from Summit via Route 24 East to 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 Summit 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 Summit Patients
Getting to Our Edison Office from Summit
From Summit, take Route 24 East to 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 Summit, NJ from our Edison office.
Dr. Sharan also serves as spine doctor for Summit patients and offers back pain treatment near Summit. Learn more about minimally invasive spine surgery in NJ.
