Expert Spine Surgery Serving Watchung, NJ
Spine surgery Watchung NJ patients are welcomed at The Spine and Performance Institute — approximately 25 minutes from Watchung in Edison, NJ. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained spine surgeon offering advanced spine surgery near Watchung using his renowned awake technique — regional anesthesia only, no general anesthesia, and same-day discharge in the majority of cases. His office at 35-37 Progress St., Edison, NJ 08820 serves patients across Somerset and Union counties including Watchung, Warren, Somerset, Bound Brook, 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)
Dr. Alok Sharan — Watchung’s Trusted Spine Specialist
Watchung residents have a premier spine specialist right in their region. Dr. Alok Sharan, MD, MHCDS, is fellowship-trained at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases, a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, and NY Magazine Best Doctor with over 100 peer-reviewed published studies in his 20+ year career. As Deputy Editor of Clinical Spine Surgery, a leading peer-reviewed journal, Dr. Sharan is nationally recognized for advancing minimally invasive spine surgery and pioneering the awake spinal fusion technique. His Edison office is just 25 minutes from Watchung via Route 22 and I-287, making world-class spinal care convenient for Watchung and Somerset County residents.
Conditions We Treat for Watchung Patients
Spine Surgery Procedures for Watchung Residents
Dr. Sharan’s Edison surgical center — just 25 minutes from Watchung — offers a complete range of spinal procedures:
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 Watchung NJ to Our Edison Office
From Watchung, take Route 22 East to I-287 East. Continue on I-287 to Exit 5 (Winding Brook Dr/Fords) and follow Route 1 South toward Edison. Our office at 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 25 minutes from Watchung under normal traffic. Alternatively, take Route 22 East directly toward Plainfield and connect to I-287 East.
Address: 35-37 Progress St., Suite B5, Edison, NJ 08820
Phone: (732) 898-3950
Frequently Asked Questions — Spine Surgery Watchung NJ
How far is the spine surgery center from Watchung, NJ?
Our Edison office at 35-37 Progress St., Edison, NJ 08820 is approximately 25 minutes from Watchung via Route 22 East and I-287. Call (732) 898-3950 to schedule.
What spine surgery procedures are available near Watchung NJ?
We offer lumbar spine surgery, ACDF, laminectomy, lumbar fusion, and our signature awake minimally invasive spine surgery for Watchung and Somerset County patients.
Do I need a referral to see Dr. Sharan?
No referral is required. Watchung patients can contact us directly by calling (732) 898-3950 or visiting our contact page. You may also upload MRI images online for advance review.
Is awake spinal fusion safe?
Yes. Dr. Sharan has performed awake spinal fusion safely on hundreds of patients from Watchung, Somerset County, and throughout New Jersey. Regional anesthesia reduces surgical risk compared to general anesthesia, and same-day discharge minimizes hospital exposure.
How quickly can I get an appointment from Watchung?
New patients from Watchung are typically seen within 1–2 weeks. Call (732) 898-3950 to book your first visit.
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 Warren, North Plainfield, and Scotch Plains — all within easy reach of our Edison, NJ spine surgery center.
