Expert Spine Surgery Serving Spotswood, NJ
Spine surgery Spotswood NJ patients are welcome at The Spine and Performance Institute — just 20 minutes from Spotswood in Edison, NJ. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon delivering advanced spine surgery near Spotswood 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 Spotswood, Old Bridge, Monroe Township, Sayreville, and Milltown.
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 Spotswood and South Middlesex County
Spotswood residents have access to a nationally recognized spine surgeon 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 leads nationally in minimally invasive spine surgery and pioneered the awake spinal fusion technique. Spotswood patients reach his Edison office in approximately 20 minutes via Route 9 North.
Conditions We Treat for Spotswood Patients
Spine Surgery Procedures for Spotswood 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 Spotswood NJ to Our Edison Office
From Spotswood, take Route 9 North toward Old Bridge and continue to Edison, or take Summerhill Road to Route 1 North. Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 20 minutes from Spotswood. Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820
Phone: (732) 898-3950
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery Spotswood NJ
How far is the spine surgery center from Spotswood?
Our Edison office is approximately 20 minutes from Spotswood via Route 9 North. Call (732) 898-3950.
What spine procedures are available near Spotswood?
We offer lumbar spine surgery, ACDF, laminectomy, lumbar fusion, and Dr. Sharan’s awake minimally invasive spine surgery.
Do I need a referral from Spotswood?
No referral is needed. Call (732) 898-3950 or visit our contact page. You may also upload your MRI in advance.
How quickly can I be seen from Spotswood?
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 Old Bridge, Monroe Township, and Milltown — all accessible from our Edison, NJ spine surgery center. Dr. Sharan also offers minimally invasive spine surgery for Spotswood patients with same-day discharge from our Edison office.
