Expert Spine Surgery Serving Highland Park, NJ
Spine surgery Highland Park NJ patients are welcome at The Spine and Performance Institute — located just 10 minutes from Highland Park in Edison, NJ. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon offering advanced spine surgery near Highland Park using his pioneering awake technique — regional anesthesia only, no general anesthesia, and same-day discharge in most cases. His office at 35-37 Progress St., Edison, NJ 08820 serves patients throughout Middlesex County including Highland Park, New Brunswick, North Brunswick, Piscataway, and Edison.
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 — Highland Park’s Preferred Spine Surgeon
Highland Park residents have access to one of New Jersey’s most decorated spine surgeons just across the Raritan River in Edison. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is fellowship-trained at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, NY Magazine Best Doctor, and has published over 100 peer-reviewed studies throughout his 20+ year career. As Deputy Editor of Clinical Spine Surgery, Dr. Sharan is a nationally recognized authority in minimally invasive spine surgery and the pioneer of awake spinal fusion. Highland Park patients can reach his Edison office in approximately 10 minutes via Route 27 North or Route 1 North.
Conditions We Treat for Highland Park Patients
Spine Surgery Procedures for Highland Park Residents
From his Edison surgical center — just 10 minutes from Highland Park — Dr. Sharan offers a complete range of spinal procedures:
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 |
Directions from Highland Park NJ to Our Edison Office
From Highland Park, cross the Raritan River via Route 27 North toward Edison, or take Route 1 North. Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 10 minutes from Highland Park. NJ Transit’s New Brunswick station is also nearby for patients who prefer rail travel.
Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820
Phone: (732) 898-3950
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery Highland Park NJ
How far is the spine surgery center from Highland Park, NJ?
Our Edison office is approximately 10 minutes from Highland Park via Route 27 North. Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820. Call (732) 898-3950.
What spine procedures are available near Highland Park?
We offer lumbar spine surgery, ACDF, laminectomy, lumbar fusion, and Dr. Sharan’s awake minimally invasive spine surgery.
Do I need a referral from Highland Park?
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 from Highland Park?
New patients from Highland Park 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.
Dr. Sharan also serves patients from neighboring New Brunswick, North Brunswick, and Milltown — all close to our Edison spine surgery center. Dr. Sharan also offers minimally invasive spine surgery for Highland Park patients with same-day discharge from our Edison office.
