Expert Spine Surgery Serving Nutley, NJ
Patients seeking spine surgery in Nutley NJ are seen at The Spine and Performance Institute — located in Edison at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, approximately 40 min away via Garden State Parkway North to Route 21 North. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon offering advanced spine care with his pioneering awake technique — regional anesthesia, no general anesthesia, and same-day discharge in most cases. His holistic approach includes IV infusion therapy alongside surgical options, making him a uniquely comprehensive choice for Nutley and Essex County residents. Dr. Sharan also serves patients from Edison, Woodbridge, and New Brunswick.
Years Experience
Why Nutley NJ Patients Choose Dr. Sharan
Board-certified — American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowship-trained at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases
MHCDS — Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy
Castle Connolly Top Doctor & NY Magazine Best Doctor
Pioneer of awake spinal fusion in the United States
Holistic care including IV infusion therapy
201 five-star Google reviews — 5.0 rating
Same-day discharge in most cases
Spine Conditions Treated for Nutley NJ Patients
Awake Spinal Fusion for Nutley NJ Patients
Dr. Sharan pioneered the awake spinal fusion technique in the United States — replacing general anesthesia with regional anesthesia so patients remain comfortable throughout surgery. For Nutley NJ patients, this means same-day discharge in most cases, a 2–4 week recovery vs. 6–12 weeks traditional, fewer complications, and significantly less blood loss. Dr. Sharan also offers IV infusion therapy for inflammation as part of a holistic spine care approach most surgeons do not provide.
Getting to Our Edison Office from Nutley NJ
From Nutley, take Garden State Parkway North to Route 21 North to reach our Edison office — approximately 40 min. The office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 has ample on-site parking. Call (732) 898-3950 to schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery Nutley NJ
How far is the spine surgery office from Nutley NJ?
Approximately 40 min via Garden State Parkway North to Route 21 North. Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820. Call (732) 898-3950.
Does Dr. Sharan accept Nutley NJ patients without a referral?
No referral is needed. Call (732) 898-3950 or visit our contact page. You may also upload your MRI for advance review.
What makes awake spinal fusion different for Nutley NJ patients?
Regional anesthesia replaces general anesthesia — same-day discharge in most cases, 2–4 week recovery, fewer complications. Dr. Sharan also provides IV infusion therapy as part of a holistic approach most spine surgeons do not offer.
Dial 732-898-3950 now to schedule a consultation for Nutley NJ spine surgery patients.
For back-specific concerns, see our back specialist page. Dr. Sharan also serves patients from Edison, Woodbridge, and New Brunswick.
