Summary

Dr. Anil Sharma is a founding partner of Spine & Pain Centers of New Jersey and New York. He received his fellowship training in Pain Management at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation. In addition to board certification by both the American Board of Pain Medicine and the American Board of Anesthesiology, Dr. Sharma holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Pain Management. He was recertified by the board in December 2006. Dr. Sharma has consistently been recognized for excellence throughout his career in medicine. After graduating from medical school as Valedictorian, he received the esteemed Robert Dripps Award for Best Resident at Monmouth Medical Center, where he continues today as Director of Pain Management. Subsequently, Dr. Sharma was named Best Graduating Fellow at the Cleveland Clinic. And his elite status was confirmed by his rating as one of the top pain management doctors in the Greater New York area by the firm Castle & Connelly. Dr. Sharma is a published author and experienced educator in spine care. He currently teaches residents and medical students at Monmouth Medical Center. He also has been course director for several cadaver courses to teach other pain physicians newer and more complex procedures. He also has International Pain Management doctors regularly visiting to observe him do more complex cases. Dr. Sharma specializes in the use of minimally invasive techniques for herniated discs and degenerative disc disease as well as more traditional treatments, including medication and physical therapy. A majority of the over 20,000 spinal procedures he has performed were minimally invasive. His expertise ranges from diagnosing difficult and rare cases, to pinpointing the source of back pain, neck pain and other chronic pain conditions. He is a leading spine specialist of state-of-the-art techniques such as percutaneous discectomy, Implantable Pumps, Spinal Cord Stimulators, and more complex spinal procedures and injections. Dr. Sharma is affiliated with most of the area's major medical centers, affirming his expertise and leadership. He sits on key pain management committees, such as the North American Spine Society Clinical Guidelines Committee (nominated 2007), and was elected President of the New Jersey Society of Interventional Pain Physicians in 2007. As testimony to his high level of devotion, compassion, and competency, Dr. Sharma's many patients include medical colleagues and their families, and countless referrals from current and former patients who have found relief of spinal pain through his care. PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS: Castle Connolly Top Doctors • 2014, 2015 NJ Monthly • “Top Doctor” in Pain Management 2012, 2013 , 2014 and 2015 • Featured on the Front Cover in 2014 International Spine Intervention Society • Vice-Chairman of the Standards Committee 2012, 2013 • Vice – Chairman of Appropriate Use Criteria 2012, 2013 • Co- Chairman of Annual Conference 2012, 2013 North American Spine Society • Spine Line editorial Board- 2007-2013 • Spine Journal- reviewer- 2014 • Evidence Based Clinical Guidelines Committee—2007-present New Jersey Society of Interventional Pain Physicians • President 2007 - 2009 New Jersey Society of Interventional Pain Physicians • Board Member 2009 - 2013 Monmouth Medical Center • Director of Pain Management 2003 - present EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL TRAINING: Fellowship Pain Management 7/94-9/95 The Cleveland Clinic Foundation—Cleveland, Ohio • Award for Best Graduating Fellow Residency Anesthesiology 7/91-6/94 Monmouth Medical Center – Long Branch, New Jersey • Chief Resident 1993-1994 • Robert D. Dripps Award for Best Graduating Resident • Award for Outstanding Services as Chief Resident Internship Internal Medicine 7/90-6/91 Nassau County Medical Center – East Meadow, New York Medical School Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College – Indore, India • Valedictorian
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 37 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation
  • 130 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

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Office Location

Spine and Pain Centers

1967 State Route 34 Ste 102Wall Township, NJ 07719
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College Med School: Universidad Santiago De Compostela Faculty of Medicine Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Anil K Sharma

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • HealthPartners
  • Hennepin Health
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Progressive
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • Transamerica
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Anil K Sharma has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Anil K Sharma has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Acute Pain
  • Back Injuries
  • Cancer Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndromes
  • Herniated Disc
  • Lower Back Pain
  • Neck Pain
  • Sciatica
  • Spinal Injections

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Anil K Sharma holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey. They are board certified in Certification in Pain Management by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Anesthesiology with Sub-Specialty.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Certification in Pain Management by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Anesthesiology with Sub-Specialty.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Cleveland Clinic Foundation in 1995.

Residency

Completed their residency at Lenox Hill Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Sharma's NPI number is 1730137878.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Anil Sharma speak?
Dr. Anil Sharma speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Anil Sharma's office located?
Dr. Anil Sharma's office is located at 1967 State Route 34 Ste 102, Wall Township, NJ, 07719.
Which hospitals is Dr. Anil Sharma affiliated with?
Dr. Anil Sharma is affiliated with Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus.

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