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

Spine Doctor Spotswood NJ — Dr. Alok Sharan, MD

Expert Spine Care Serving Spotswood, NJ

If you are searching for a spine doctor in Spotswood, NJ, expert care is approximately 20 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 Spotswood without general anesthesia. Patients from Spotswood 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 Route 9 North.

Spine doctor serving Spotswood NJ patients

20+

Years Experience

Why Spotswood Patients Choose Dr. Sharan

Approximately 20 minutes from Spotswood via Route 9 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 Spotswood Patients

Most spine doctors near Spotswood, 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. Spotswood 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 Spotswood 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 Spotswood 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 Spotswood to Edison

From Spotswood, take Route 9 North to reach our Edison office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 — approximately 20 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 Spotswood NJ

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

Approximately 20 minutes from Spotswood via Route 9 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 Spotswood 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 Spotswood, Old Bridge, and Milltown and across New Jersey. See our spine surgery Spotswood NJ page for procedure details.