Expert Spine Surgery Serving Somerset, NJ
Spine surgery Somerset NJ patients are welcome at The Spine and Performance Institute — located approximately 25 minutes from Somerset in Edison, NJ. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon offering advanced spine surgery near Somerset with a pioneering awake approach — no general anesthesia, faster recovery, and same-day discharge in most cases. His office at 35-37 Progress St., Edison, NJ 08820 serves patients throughout Somerset County including Somerset, Bound Brook, Warren, Watchung, and Hillsborough.
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)
About Dr. Alok Sharan — Somerset County’s Spine Expert
Somerset residents seeking a top spine surgeon don’t have to travel to Manhattan. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS brings world-class expertise to his Edison, NJ office just 25 minutes from Somerset. Dr. Sharan is fellowship-trained at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, and a NY Magazine Best Doctor with over 100 peer-reviewed published studies and 20+ years of spinal surgery experience. As Deputy Editor of Clinical Spine Surgery — a leading peer-reviewed journal — Dr. Sharan is recognized nationally for his innovation in minimally invasive spine surgery and his pioneering awake spinal fusion technique. Somerset County patients have access to the same expertise typically found only in New York City, right in their own backyard.
Conditions We Treat for Somerset Patients
Spine Surgery Procedures Available to Somerset Patients
Dr. Sharan performs a full range of spinal procedures at his Edison, NJ surgical center serving Somerset County patients:
Lumbar spine surgery — awake TLIF, ALIF, XLIF techniques
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 |
Getting to Our Office from Somerset, NJ
Our Edison office is easily accessible from Somerset via I-287 East. From central Somerset, take I-287 E toward Edison and exit at Exit 5 (Winding Brook Dr/Fords). Head south on Route 1 and follow signs toward Progress St., Edison, NJ 08820. The drive is approximately 25 minutes under normal traffic conditions. Patients can also reach us via NJ Transit rail — the Edison station is just minutes from our office.
Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820
Phone: (732) 898-3950
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery Somerset NJ
How far is the spine surgery center from Somerset, NJ?
Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 25 minutes from Somerset via I-287 East. Call (732) 898-3950 to schedule your consultation.
What spine surgery procedures are available near Somerset NJ?
We offer the full spectrum of spinal procedures including lumbar spine surgery, ACDF, laminectomy and discectomy, lumbar fusion, and our signature awake minimally invasive spine surgery for Somerset County residents.
Do I need a referral for spine surgery in Somerset?
No referral is required. Somerset area patients can contact us directly by calling (732) 898-3950 or by submitting your information on our contact page. You may also upload your MRI images online for a prompt review.
Is awake spinal fusion safe for Somerset patients?
Yes. Awake spinal fusion has been performed safely by Dr. Sharan on hundreds of patients from Somerset County and across New Jersey. Regional anesthesia reduces surgical risk compared to general anesthesia, and most patients are discharged the same day.
How quickly can I be seen?
New patients from Somerset are typically seen within 1–2 weeks. Call (732) 898-3950 to book your initial consultation. You can also upload your MRI at app.mymedicalimages.com for Dr. Sharan to review in advance.
Dial 732-898-3950 now to schedule a consultation and learn more about how we can help change your life.
Dr. Sharan also provides spine surgery near Bound Brook, Warren, and Hillsborough — all part of his comprehensive Somerset County coverage from his Edison, NJ office.
