Expert Spine Surgery Serving South Amboy, NJ
Spine surgery South Amboy NJ patients are welcome at The Spine and Performance Institute — located approximately 20 minutes from South Amboy in Edison, NJ. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon offering advanced spine surgery near South Amboy 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 South Amboy, Perth Amboy, Sayreville, Carteret, and Woodbridge.
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 South Amboy and the Raritan Bay Area
South Amboy residents along the Raritan Bay have easy access to one of New Jersey’s most accomplished spine surgeons 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 nationally recognized for his leadership in minimally invasive spine surgery and the pioneering awake spinal fusion technique. South Amboy patients can reach his Edison office in approximately 20 minutes via Route 35 North or Garden State Parkway North.
Conditions We Treat for South Amboy Patients
Spine Surgery Procedures for South Amboy 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 South Amboy NJ to Our Edison Office
From South Amboy, take Route 35 North to the Garden State Parkway North, then Exit 127 toward Edison. Alternatively, take Route 9 North from South Amboy toward Edison. Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 20 minutes from South Amboy. Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820
Phone: (732) 898-3950
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery South Amboy NJ
How far is the spine surgery center from South Amboy?
Our Edison office is approximately 20 minutes from South Amboy via Route 35 North or Garden State Pkwy North. Call (732) 898-3950.
What spine procedures are available near South Amboy?
We offer lumbar spine surgery, ACDF, laminectomy, lumbar fusion, and Dr. Sharan’s awake minimally invasive spine surgery.
Do I need a referral from South Amboy?
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 South Amboy?
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 Perth Amboy, Sayreville, and Carteret — all part of our Raritan Bay area spine surgery coverage from Edison, NJ. Dr. Sharan also offers minimally invasive spine surgery for South Amboy patients with same-day discharge from our Edison office.
