35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820

Spine Doctor Carteret NJ — Dr. Alok Sharan, MD

Expert Spine Care Serving Carteret, NJ

If you are searching for a spine doctor in Carteret, NJ, expert care is approximately 15 minutes away in Edison. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon and pioneer of the awake spinal fusion technique, offering advanced spine care near Carteret without general anesthesia. Patients from Carteret and across Middlesex County choose Dr. Sharan for his minimally invasive approach, same-day discharge, and faster recovery. Our office is located at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 — easily accessible via NJ Turnpike North or Route 1 North.

Spine doctor serving Carteret NJ patients

20+

Years Experience

Why Carteret Patients Choose Dr. Sharan

Approximately 15 minutes from Carteret via NJ Turnpike North or Route 1 North

No general anesthesia — awake surgery with regional anesthesia only

Same-day discharge in most cases

Recovery in 2–4 weeks vs. 6–12 weeks traditional

Castle Connolly Top Doctor & NY Magazine Best Doctor

201 five-star Google reviews — 5.0 rating

100+ peer-reviewed published studies

Fellowship-trained at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases

Deputy Editor, Clinical Spine Surgery journal

Schedule a Consultation (732) 898-3950

The Awake Surgery Advantage for Carteret Patients

Most spine doctors near Carteret, NJ perform surgery under general anesthesia. Dr. Sharan’s awake spinal fusion technique replaces general anesthesia with targeted regional anesthesia, so you remain comfortable throughout without those risks. Carteret patients typically go home the same day and achieve full recovery in four to six weeks — a fraction of the three-to-six-month timeline of conventional surgery.

Spine Conditions Treated Near Carteret NJ

Herniated Disc — nerve compression causing radiating arm or leg pain

Spinal Stenosis — canal narrowing causing pain and weakness

Sciatica — shooting pain from lower back through the leg

Degenerative Disc Disease — age-related disc breakdown

Chronic Back Pain — persistent pain unresponsive to therapy

Pinched Nerve — numbness, tingling, or weakness

Scoliosis — spinal curvature requiring correction

Spine Procedures Available to Carteret Patients

Awake Lumbar Spinal Fusion — same-day discharge in most cases

Laminectomy & Discectomy — decompression surgery

ACDF Surgery — cervical disc removal and fusion

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery — faster healing

Lumbar Spine Surgery NJ — comprehensive lower back care

Driving Directions from Carteret to Edison

From Carteret, take NJ Turnpike North or Route 1 North to reach our Edison office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 — approximately 15 minutes. Ample on-site parking. Call (732) 898-3950. No referral needed. Upload your MRI in advance to fast-track your appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Doctor Near Carteret NJ

How far is Dr. Sharan’s office from Carteret, NJ?

Approximately 15 minutes from Carteret via NJ Turnpike North or Route 1 North. Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820.

Does Dr. Sharan use general anesthesia?

No. All spine surgery is performed using regional anesthesia only — the core of his awake spinal fusion approach.

How do I get started as a Carteret patient?

Call (732) 898-3950 or schedule online. No referral required. New patients are typically seen within 1–2 weeks.

Dr. Sharan also serves patients from nearby Carteret, Woodbridge, and Perth Amboy and across New Jersey. See our spine surgery Carteret NJ page for procedure details.