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Michigan Podiatrist | Balance Foot & Ankle
Statewide Reputation. Local Convenience.
Balance Foot & Ankle is Michigan’s most trusted foot and ankle practice. 960K+ YouTube subscribers. 1,123+ five-star reviews. Board-certified surgeons in Howell and Bloomfield Township — same-week appointments.
Meet Your Care Team
Podiatrists at Balance Foot & Ankle
Three board-certified specialists. Two Michigan locations. One commitment: getting you back on your feet with expert, compassionate care. Every doctor at our practice is fellowship-trained or board-certified in podiatric surgery.
Dr. Tom Biernacki
DPM, FACFAS · Board-Certified Foot & Ankle Surgeon · Double Board-Certified
Dr. Tom Biernacki is a double board-certified podiatric surgeon and Michigan’s top biomechanics expert. With 3,000+ surgeries and 960K+ YouTube subscribers trusting his expertise, he treats the root cause of foot and ankle problems — not just the symptoms. Foot and ankle surgeon. Outstanding with diabetic patients. Patients travel from across the U.S. for his care.
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Dr. Carl Jay
DPM · Board-Certified Foot & Ankle Surgeon · Fellowship-Trained
Dr. Carl Jay is a fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon who takes the cases other surgeons refer. He specializes in complex reconstructive foot and ankle procedures, revision surgeries, trauma, and diabetic limb salvage. When precision matters most, Dr. Jay is the surgeon other surgeons trust.
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Dr. Daria Gutkin
DPM, AACFAS · Board-Certified Foot & Ankle Surgeon
Dr. Daria Gutkin is an exceptional physician and skilled proceduralist. Henry Ford Health trained, she is outstanding with patients of all ages — especially children, seniors, and diabetic patients. Patients, kids, and families love her thorough, unhurried approach and gentle hands. Bloomfield Township specialist.
Full Bio & Credentials →Meet Our Podiatrists
Board-Certified Foot & Ankle Surgeons
Three fellowship- and residency-trained podiatric physicians — verifiable credentials, real training, same-week appointments.
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS
Board-Certified Surgeon · FACFAS- Kent State DPM · fellowship-trained in complex reconstruction
- 3,000+ surgeries performed
- Speaks English & Polish
Dr. Carl Jay, DPM
Double Board-Certified · ABFAS + ABPM- Midwestern DPM · Ascension Genesys residency
- Penn State exercise-physiology background
- Revision & reconstruction specialist
Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM
AACFAS · Residency-Trained- Kent State DPM · Mercy Health Toledo residency
- Gentle, anxiety-friendly care
- Speaks English & Russian
Two Convenient Locations
Visit Us in Howell or Bloomfield Township
Howell Office
4330 E Grand River AveHowell, MI 48843
Phone: (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri: 9am–5pm
Howell Details →Bloomfield Township Office
43494 Woodward Ave #208Bloomfield Township, MI 48302
Phone: (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri: 9am–5pm
Bloomfield Details →Conditions We Treat
Jump straight to your foot or ankle problem
Foot & Ankle Conditions Our Michigan Podiatrists Treat
Our Michigan podiatrists in Howell and Bloomfield Township treat the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions:
- Plantar Fasciitis — heel and arch pain, morning stiffness
- Heel Pain — all causes, all treatments
- Bunions — conservative and minimally invasive surgery
- Neuropathy — nerve pain and diabetic foot care
- Hallux Rigidus — big toe joint arthritis
- Laser Therapy — drug-free, FDA-cleared pain relief
- Cortisone Injections — rapid anti-inflammatory relief
- Plantar Fibromas — foot nodules and lumps
- Athlete’s Foot — fungal skin infection treatment
Ready to See a Specialist?
Same-week appointments available. Most insurance accepted. Three doctors to choose from. Your feet are in the best hands in Michigan.
Michigan Podiatrist — Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists
Dr. Biernacki’s board-certified podiatric team serves patients across Michigan from two convenient locations — Howell and Bloomfield Township — with advanced treatments and same-week appointments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Balance Foot & Ankle different from other Michigan podiatrists?
Our differentiators: fellowship-trained surgeons, a physician with 960K+ YouTube subscribers educating patients, advanced technology (REMY laser, 3D orthotics, EPAT shockwave), same-week appointments, transparent cash-pay pricing, Medicare acceptance, and a team that treats every patient like family. We’ve built Michigan’s most-reviewed podiatric practice.
Do you see patients from all over Michigan?
Yes — patients travel from across Michigan for specialized care including Lapiplasty® bunion surgery, complex foot reconstruction, and advanced neuropathy treatment. Our two locations (Howell and Bloomfield Township) provide convenient access for most of Metro Detroit and mid-Michigan. Virtual consultations are available for out-of-area second opinions.
Watch Dr. Tom on Michigan Podiatry
Dr. Tom Biernacki explains the most common reason patients visit a Michigan podiatrist — heel pain — and the 5 first-line treatments we use in clinic.
Why Patients Choose Balance Foot & Ankle
With two convenient locations serving Southeast Michigan — Howell and Bloomfield Township — Balance Foot & Ankle offers board-certified podiatric care close to home. Our doctors have performed 3,000+ surgeries and hold a 4.9-star rating across 1,100+ verified patient reviews.
- Same-day & next-day appointments available at both locations
- Board-certified podiatrists — Dr. Tom Biernacki, Dr. Carl Jay, Dr. Daria Gutkin
- 960K++ YouTube subscribers — the most-watched foot doctors online
- Full surgical suite — from bunion surgery to ankle reconstruction
- Most insurance accepted — including Blue Cross, Aetna, United, Cigna, Medicare
Foot & Ankle Conditions We Treat in Michigan
Our Michigan podiatry team diagnoses and treats the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions, including:
- Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain
- Toenail Fungus
- Bunions & Bunion Surgery
- Morton’s Neuroma
- Flat Feet
- Hammertoes
- Corns & Calluses
- Ankle Sprains & Instability
- Achilles Tendon Injuries
- Diabetic Foot Care
- Custom 3D Orthotics
- Pediatric Foot Care
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist in Michigan?
No. In Michigan, you can see a podiatrist directly without a referral from your primary care physician. Simply call our office or book online.
What insurance does Balance Foot & Ankle accept?
We accept most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, and Medicaid. Call us at (810) 206-1402 to verify your specific plan.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
We offer same-week appointments for urgent foot and ankle problems. Book online or call (810) 206-1402.
Find a Michigan Foot Doctor Near You
Serving Howell, Bloomfield Township, and all of Southeast Michigan. Same-week appointments available.
4.9★ | 1,123 Reviews | 3,000+ Surgeries
Or call: (810) 206-1402
In-Office Treatment at Balance Foot & Ankle
Dr. Tom Biernacki DPM provides expert in-office podiatric care at Balance Foot & Ankle, with locations in Howell and Bloomfield Township, Michigan. Same-week appointments available. (810) 206-1402 | New Patient Information.