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Clarkston podiatrist — Same-Week Heel Pain, Bunion & Sports Injury Care
Clarkston patients drive 14 minutes (10 miles) to our Bloomfield office at 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208 for board-certified foot & ankle care — without the hospital wait.
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From Clarkston to our Bloomfield office
Why Clarkston Patients Choose Us
Clarkston families and lake-area residents get same-week foot care without an Independence Township referral chain
Our Bloomfield office sits just 14 minutes from downtown Clarkston, which means Clarkston families skip the hospital network bottlenecks and get same-week diagnostic imaging, conservative-first treatment plans, and surgery only when truly indicated.
Same-week appointments
Call before 10 AM for next-day slots when our schedule permits. New patients average 3–5 business days from call to first visit.
On-site digital imaging
Digital X-ray and ultrasound in the office. Most Clarkston patients leave their first visit with diagnosis, imaging, and a treatment plan — no second appointment to start care.
Conservative care first
We exhaust non-surgical options — orthotics, EPAT, MLS laser, injections — before discussing surgery. 3,000+ surgeries performed when truly needed.
Common in Clarkston
Foot & ankle conditions we treat for Clarkston patients
- Plantar fasciitis & heel pain — common in Clarkston runners (Clinton River Trail) and active lake-residents on their feet all summer.
- Sports injuries — ankle sprains, Achilles tendonitis, stress fractures from Clarkston High School athletes and weekend warriors.
- Bunion correction — Lapiplasty 3D, MICA, and traditional options — outpatient with same-day discharge.
- Diabetic foot care — annual exams, ulcer prevention, neuropathy. Coordinated with your Clarkston PCP.
- Ingrown toenails — 15-minute office procedure under local anesthetic. Same-week appointments.
- Toenail fungus — laser, oral, and topical — honest options conversation, not a pitch.
Don’t see your problem? Call (810) 206-1402 — we treat the full range of foot and ankle problems.
Meet your podiatrists
Three board-certified specialists serving Clarkston
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS
Triple board-certified · 950K+ YouTube
Lapiplasty-certified bunion surgeon. 3,000+ surgical cases. Education-first approach.
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Dr. Carl Jay, DPM
Fellowship-trained · Reconstruction
Cases other surgeons refer. Revision and complex reconstruction specialist.
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Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM
Bilingual · Gentle hands
Anxious patients request her. Bilingual care. AACFAS-certified.
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14-minute drive from Clarkston to our Bloomfield office
Driving directions
From Clarkston, head south on Dixie Highway and Sashabaw Road, then south on Woodward Avenue to the 43494 Woodward office in Bloomfield Hills. The office is at 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208. Free parking on site, wheelchair accessible entrance, well-lit lot.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Bloomfield43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
☎ (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Clarkston-area neighborhoods we serve
Downtown Clarkston, Independence Township, Springfield Township border, Deer Lake area, Davisburg border.
Landmarks near our Clarkston patients
Pine Knob Music Theatre, Independence Oaks County Park, Deer Lake, Downtown Clarkston (Main Street), Clarkston High School, Clinton River Trail, Mill Pond, Pine Knob Ski Resort.
Insurance accepted for Clarkston patients
Most insurance plans, free verification
We participate with major insurers covering Clarkston and the broader Oakland County area: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan + BCN, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare and Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (most plans), Tricare, Workers’ Compensation, and most major regional plans. McLaren Oakland, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy referrals welcome. Self-pay patients get transparent pricing — call (810) 206-1402 for a quick verification.
Common questions from Clarkston
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Clarkston to your Bloomfield office?
Typical Clarkston patients arrive in 14 minutes. The route is south on Dixie Highway and Sashabaw Road, then south on Woodward Avenue to the 43494 Woodward office in Bloomfield Hills. We’re 10 miles from downtown Clarkston.
Can I get a same-week appointment as a new Clarkston patient?
Yes, in most cases. Call (810) 206-1402 before 10 AM and ask about next-available slots. Acute injuries (suspected fracture, severe ingrown nail with infection) typically get same-day or next-day appointments.
Do you accept my insurance?
We participate with BCBS of Michigan, BCN, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, most Medicaid plans, Tricare, and Workers’ Comp. Free insurance verification before your visit — we’ll tell you what’s covered up front.
I was treated elsewhere — can I transfer care from another Clarkston-area podiatrist?
Absolutely. Bring imaging and records, or have your prior provider fax them to us before your visit. Many Clarkston patients come to us for a second opinion before scheduling surgery elsewhere.
Do you see children from Clarkston?
Yes — we see patients age 4 and up. Common pediatric cases: in-toeing, sports injuries from Clarkston youth athletics, ingrown toenails, warts, heel pain (Sever’s).
Is your Howell office closer for me?
Possibly — the same three doctors see patients at both offices. Our Howell location may be a shorter drive from some parts of Clarkston. Call (810) 206-1402 and the front desk will book you at the closer office with the next available slot.
Ready to book your Clarkston foot & ankle visit?
Same-week appointments. Most insurance accepted. Three board-certified doctors, two convenient offices. The front desk will route you to the next slot at the location closest to Clarkston.
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