Expert Spine Surgery Serving North Brunswick, NJ
Spine surgery North Brunswick NJ patients are welcome at The Spine and Performance Institute — located approximately 15 minutes from North Brunswick in Edison, NJ. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon offering advanced spine surgery near North Brunswick with his pioneering awake approach — no general anesthesia, same-day discharge in most cases, and a 2–4 week recovery. His office at 35-37 Progress St., Edison, NJ 08820 serves patients throughout Middlesex County including North Brunswick, New Brunswick, Piscataway, South Brunswick, 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 — North Brunswick’s Leading Spine Surgeon
North Brunswick Township patients have one of New Jersey’s most accomplished spine surgeons within easy reach. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is fellowship-trained at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and NY Magazine Best Doctor, with over 100 peer-reviewed published studies spanning his 20+ year career. As Deputy Editor of Clinical Spine Surgery, Dr. Sharan is nationally recognized for his leadership in minimally invasive spine surgery and for pioneering the awake spinal fusion technique. His Edison office is accessible from North Brunswick via Route 1 South in approximately 15 minutes, making world-class spine care a short drive away.
Conditions We Treat for North Brunswick Patients
Spine Surgery Procedures for North Brunswick Residents
From his Edison, NJ surgical center — a 15-minute drive from North Brunswick via Route 1 — Dr. Sharan offers:
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 North Brunswick NJ to Our Edison Office
From North Brunswick, take Route 1 South toward Edison. Continue on Route 1 South and turn onto Progress St. in Edison. Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 15 minutes from North Brunswick under normal traffic conditions. NJ Transit bus service along Route 1 also connects North Brunswick directly to Edison.
Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820
Phone: (732) 898-3950
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery North Brunswick NJ
How far is the spine surgery center from North Brunswick, NJ?
Our Edison office at 35-37 Progress St., Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 15 minutes from North Brunswick via Route 1 South. Call (732) 898-3950 to schedule.
What spine procedures are available near North Brunswick?
We offer lumbar spine surgery, ACDF, laminectomy, lumbar fusion, and Dr. Sharan’s signature awake minimally invasive spine surgery for North Brunswick and Middlesex County patients.
Do I need a referral to see Dr. Sharan?
No referral is needed. North Brunswick patients can contact us directly by calling (732) 898-3950 or via our contact page. You may also upload your MRI for advance review.
Is awake spinal fusion safe?
Yes. Dr. Sharan has safely performed awake spinal fusion on hundreds of patients from North Brunswick, Middlesex County, and throughout New Jersey. Regional anesthesia reduces risk compared to general anesthesia, and most patients return home the same day.
How soon can I be seen?
New patients from North Brunswick are typically seen within 1–2 weeks. Call (732) 898-3950 to book your consultation.
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 New Brunswick, South Brunswick, and Piscataway — all conveniently close to our Edison, NJ spine surgery center.
Dr. Sharan also serves patients from nearby Middlesex Borough and Highland Park — all part of our central Middlesex County coverage. Dr. Sharan also offers minimally invasive spine surgery for North Brunswick patients with same-day discharge from our Edison office.
