Expert Spine Surgery Serving Hazlet, NJ
Spine surgery Hazlet NJ patients are welcome at The Spine and Performance Institute — located in Edison at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, approximately 20 minutes from Hazlet. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon offering advanced spine surgery near Hazlet with his pioneering awake technique — regional anesthesia with sedation, no general anesthesia, and same-day discharge in most cases. Hazlet residents have direct access to Edison via the Garden State Parkway, making our office one of the most conveniently located spine surgery centers for northern Monmouth County patients. His Edison office serves patients throughout Monmouth County including Hazlet, Keansburg, Middletown, Keyport, and Union Beach, and surrounding communities.
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Why Choose Awake Spinal Fusion?
Regional anesthesia with sedation
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
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Dr. Alok Sharan — Spine Specialist Serving Hazlet and Monmouth County
Hazlet residents seeking a top-rated spine specialist no longer need to travel to Manhattan or Philadelphia. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, brings world-class spine care to within 20 minutes of Hazlet at The Spine and Performance Institute in Edison, NJ. 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 pioneering the awake spinal fusion technique — a procedure he developed to eliminate the risks of general anesthesia and dramatically shorten recovery times for patients across Monmouth County.
Dr. Sharan evaluates each Hazlet patient individually to determine whether an awake, outpatient approach is appropriate. For the majority of surgical candidates, it is — meaning patients return home the same day and recover in 2–4 weeks rather than spending days in a hospital. His team coordinates every aspect of care, from your initial MRI review through post-operative follow-up, ensuring Hazlet and Monmouth County patients receive seamless, personalized treatment close to home.
Conditions We Treat for Hazlet Patients
Spine Surgery Procedures for Hazlet 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 Spine Surgery
| Traditional Spine Surgery | Awake Spinal Fusion — Dr. Sharan |
|---|---|
| General anesthesia | 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 |
| Higher cost | Lower cost, most insurance accepted |
Getting to Our Edison Office from Hazlet NJ
From Hazlet, take Route 35 North to the Garden State Parkway North, then exit at Exit 127 and follow Route 9 North to Edison — approximately 20 minutes total. Our office is at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 with ample on-site parking. You may upload your MRI online before your visit so Dr. Sharan can review your imaging in advance. Phone: (732) 898-3950
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery Hazlet NJ
How far is the spine surgery center from Hazlet, NJ?
Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 20 minutes from Hazlet via the Route 35 and Garden State Parkway corridor. Call (732) 898-3950 to schedule.
What spine procedures are available near Hazlet, NJ?
We offer lumbar spine surgery, ACDF, laminectomy, lumbar fusion, and Dr. Sharan’s signature awake minimally invasive spine surgery — all from our Edison office serving Monmouth County.
Do I need a referral for spine surgery?
No referral is needed. Hazlet area patients can book directly by calling (732) 898-3950 or visiting our contact page. You may also upload your MRI for advance review.
Is awake spinal fusion safe?
Yes. Awake spinal fusion is performed safely by Dr. Sharan on hundreds of patients including those from Hazlet and Monmouth County. Regional anesthesia with sedation actually reduces surgical risk compared to general anesthesia and allows Dr. Sharan to verify nerve function in real time during surgery.
How quickly can I be seen from Hazlet?
New patients from Hazlet are typically seen within 1–2 weeks. You may upload your MRI online in advance so Dr. Sharan can review your imaging before your consultation. Call (732) 898-3950 today to get started.
Dial 732-898-3950 now to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help change your life.
Dr. Sharan also serves patients from nearby Keansburg, Middletown, Keyport, and Union Beach — all within the Monmouth County spine surgery service area. See our New Jersey spine surgery page for a full list of communities served.
Additional nearby communities including Aberdeen, Matawan, and Keansburg are also within the service area of our Edison spine surgery office.
