Expert Spine Surgery Serving Union Beach, NJ
Spine surgery Union Beach NJ patients are welcome at The Spine and Performance Institute — located in Edison at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, approximately 20 minutes from Union Beach. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon offering advanced spine surgery near Union Beach with his pioneering awake technique — regional anesthesia with sedation, no general anesthesia, and same-day discharge in most cases. His Edison office serves patients throughout Monmouth County including Union Beach, Keansburg, Hazlet, and Keyport, and surrounding communities.
Years Experience
Why Choose Awake Spinal Fusion?
Regional anesthesia with sedation
Same-day discharge in most cases
2–4 week recovery vs 6–12 weeks traditional
Fewer complications, less blood loss
Opioid-sparing — 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 — Spine Specialist Serving Union Beach and Monmouth County
Union Beach residents seeking a top-rated spine specialist no longer need to travel to Manhattan or Philadelphia. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, brings world-class spine care to within 20 minutes of Union Beach at The Spine and Performance Institute in Edison, NJ. Fellowship-trained at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, Dr. Sharan is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, NY Magazine Best Doctor, and has published over 100 peer-reviewed studies across his 20+ year career. As Deputy Editor of Clinical Spine Surgery, he is nationally recognized for pioneering the awake spinal fusion technique — eliminating the risks of general anesthesia and dramatically shortening recovery times for patients across Monmouth County.
Dr. Sharan evaluates each Union Beach patient individually to determine the right treatment approach. For the majority of surgical candidates, his awake outpatient technique means returning home the same day and recovering in 2–4 weeks rather than spending days in a hospital. His team coordinates every aspect of care, from MRI review through post-operative follow-up, ensuring Union Beach and Monmouth County patients receive seamless, personalized treatment.
Conditions We Treat for Union Beach Patients
Spine Surgery Procedures for Union Beach 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 Spine Surgery
| Traditional Spine Surgery | Awake Spinal Fusion — Dr. Sharan |
|---|---|
| General anesthesia | Regional anesthesia with sedation |
| 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 Edison Office from Union Beach NJ
From Union Beach, take Route 36 West to Route 35 North to the Garden State Parkway North, then exit at Exit 127 and follow Route 9 North to Edison — approximately 20 minutes total. Our office is at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 with ample on-site parking. You may upload your MRI online before your visit so Dr. Sharan can review your imaging in advance. Phone: (732) 898-3950
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery Union Beach NJ
How far is the spine surgery center from Union Beach, NJ?
Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 20 minutes from Union Beach via Route 36 and the Garden State Parkway. Call (732) 898-3950 to schedule.
What spine procedures are available near Union Beach, NJ?
We offer lumbar spine surgery, ACDF, laminectomy, lumbar fusion, and Dr. Sharan’s signature awake minimally invasive spine surgery — all from our Edison office serving Monmouth County.
Do I need a referral for spine surgery?
No referral is needed. Union Beach area patients can book directly by calling (732) 898-3950 or visiting our contact page. You may also upload your MRI for advance review.
Is awake spinal fusion safe?
Yes. Awake spinal fusion is performed safely by Dr. Sharan on hundreds of patients including those from Union Beach and Monmouth County. Regional anesthesia with sedation reduces surgical risk compared to general anesthesia and allows Dr. Sharan to verify nerve function in real time during surgery.
How quickly can I be seen from Union Beach?
New patients from Union Beach are typically seen within 1–2 weeks. You may upload your MRI online in advance so Dr. Sharan can review your imaging before your consultation. Call (732) 898-3950 today to get started.
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 Keansburg, Hazlet, and Keyport — all within the Monmouth County spine surgery service area. See our New Jersey spine surgery page for a full list of communities served.
