Expert Spine Surgery Serving Edison, NJ
Spine surgery Edison NJ patients are seen right here at The Spine and Performance Institute — located in the heart of Edison at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon offering advanced spine surgery in Edison with his pioneering awake technique — regional anesthesia, no general anesthesia, and same-day discharge in most cases. His Edison office serves patients throughout Middlesex County including Woodbridge, Piscataway, Metuchen, New Brunswick, and Carteret.
Years Experience
Why Choose Awake Spinal Fusion?
Regional anesthesia — no general anesthesia risks
Same-day discharge in most cases
2–4 week recovery vs 6–12 weeks traditional
Fewer complications, less blood loss
Opioid-sparing — significantly reduced need for narcotic pain medication
201 five-star Google reviews — 5.0 rating
Co-editor of Awake Spine Surgery — Thieme Medical Publishers (2026)
Dr. Alok Sharan — Serving Edison and All of Middlesex County
Edison is home to The Spine and Performance Institute, where Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, has built one of New Jersey’s most respected spine surgery practices. Fellowship-trained at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, Dr. Sharan is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, NY Magazine Best Doctor, and has published over 100 peer-reviewed studies across his 20+ year career. As Deputy Editor of Clinical Spine Surgery, he is nationally recognized for advancing minimally invasive spine surgery and pioneering the awake spinal fusion technique. Edison patients have the unique advantage of seeing this world-class surgeon without leaving their own community.
Conditions We Treat for Edison Patients
Spine Surgery Procedures for Edison Residents
Lumbar spine surgery — awake TLIF, ALIF, XLIF
ACDF — Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion
Lumbar fusion — awake technique, same-day discharge
Cervical disc replacement and spinal decompression
Awake vs Traditional Surgery
| Traditional Spine Surgery | Awake Spinal Fusion — Dr. Sharan |
|---|---|
| General anesthesia | Regional anesthesia — you stay awake |
| 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 |
| Higher cost | Lower cost, most insurance accepted |
Our Spine Surgery Office in Edison, NJ
Edison residents don’t need to travel — we’re right here. The Spine and Performance Institute is centrally located at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820, easily accessible from Routes 1, 9, and the Garden State Parkway. Ample parking is available on site.
Phone: (732) 898-3950
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery Edison NJ
Where is the spine surgery center in Edison, NJ?
The Spine and Performance Institute is located at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 — right in the heart of Middlesex County, easily accessible from Routes 1, 9, and the Garden State Parkway. Call (732) 898-3950.
What spine procedures are available in Edison, NJ?
We offer lumbar spine surgery, ACDF, laminectomy, lumbar fusion, and Dr. Sharan’s awake minimally invasive spine surgery.
Do I need a referral for spine surgery in Edison, NJ?
No referral is needed. Call (732) 898-3950 or visit our contact page. You may also upload your MRI for advance review.
How quickly can I be seen at the Edison, NJ office?
New patients are typically seen within 1–2 weeks. Call (732) 898-3950 today.
Dial 732-898-3950 now to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help change your life.
Patients suffering from sciatica can find specialized care at our sciatica treatment clinic in Edison, NJ. Dr. Sharan also serves patients from nearby Woodbridge, Piscataway, and Metuchen — all part of our Middlesex County spine surgery service area. Dr. Sharan also offers minimally invasive spine surgery for Edison patients with same-day discharge from our Edison office. For patients seeking a dedicated spine specialist in Edison NJ, Dr. Sharan offers comprehensive evaluation and advanced surgical options including his pioneering awake technique.
