The spine and performance

About Us

About Us

About Us

Dr. Alok Sharan,
MD MHCDS

Dr. Alok Sharan is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon and is a pioneer of the Awake Spine Surgery procedure, the latest advancement in minimally invasive spine surgery. He is a leading authority both nationally and internationally on the Awake Spinal Fusion procedure, having been invited to give presentations throughout the United States and many countries around the world. He is the President and Founder of the Spine and Performance Institute, a practice devoted to providing personalized and holistic care for individuals who suffer from spinal disorders.

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Years Experience

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Publications

Medical School

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

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Residency

Albany Medical Center

Fellowship

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital

Dartmouth College

Masters in Health Care Delivery Science

Current Practice

The Spine and Performance Institute

In 2022, after years of pioneering and innovative research into better spine surgery techniques, Dr. Sharan opened his own practice. The Spine and Performance Institute is a boutique Healthcare Facility in Edison, NJ committed to providing intimate, personal, and excellent care for patients suffering from orthopedic disorders. Patients have traveled from across the country, and even the world, seeking the life-changing surgical techniques and procedures offered by Dr. Sharan. We take great pride in providing our community with high-quality, patient-centric care. We are staffed by a team of highly skilled and compassionate professionals.

The SPI Team

Meet Our Expert Team

Megan Barclay

Practice Manager

Jennifer Settle-Viaud

X-Ray Technologist

Johana Ramos

Coordinator

Life-Changing Results After Surgery

Quick Recovery and Minimal Pain

I went from being in a wheelchair to walking the night after my surgery—it was like a miracle! I didn’t even need prescription painkillers, just over-the-counter meds. The experience was smooth, and I’m thrilled with the outcome. The decision to go home the same day was perfect for me!

Life-Changing Results After Surgery