Expert Spine Surgery Serving Plainsboro, NJ
Spine surgery Plainsboro NJ patients are welcome at The Spine and Performance Institute — approximately 20 minutes from Plainsboro Township in Edison, NJ. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon offering advanced spine surgery near Plainsboro with his pioneering awake technique — regional anesthesia, 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 Plainsboro, Cranbury, South Brunswick, Monroe Township, and New Brunswick.
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 Plainsboro and Central Middlesex County
Plainsboro Township residents have convenient access to one of New Jersey’s most accomplished spine surgeons in nearby 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 in his 20+ year career. As Deputy Editor of Clinical Spine Surgery, Dr. Sharan is nationally recognized for advancing minimally invasive spine surgery and pioneering the awake spinal fusion technique. Plainsboro patients can reach his Edison office in approximately 20 minutes via Route 1 North.
Conditions We Treat for Plainsboro Patients
Spine Surgery Procedures for Plainsboro 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 |
Directions from Plainsboro NJ to Our Edison Office
From Plainsboro, take Route 1 North directly toward Edison — a straightforward drive of approximately 20 minutes. Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 is conveniently located just off Route 1. Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820
Phone: (732) 898-3950
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery Plainsboro NJ
How far is the spine surgery center from Plainsboro?
Our Edison office is approximately 20 minutes from Plainsboro via Route 1 North. Call (732) 898-3950.
What spine procedures are available near Plainsboro?
We offer lumbar spine surgery, ACDF, laminectomy, lumbar fusion, and Dr. Sharan’s awake minimally invasive spine surgery.
Do I need a referral from Plainsboro?
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 Plainsboro?
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.
Dr. Sharan also serves patients from nearby Cranbury, South Brunswick, and Monroe Township — all accessible from our Edison, NJ spine surgery center. Dr. Sharan also offers minimally invasive spine surgery for Plainsboro patients with same-day discharge from our Edison office.
