Medically Reviewed by:

Dr. Thomas Biernacki, DPM

— Board-Certified Podiatrist

Last Updated:

March 2026

This page is for informational purposes only. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Gutkin.

Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM — Podiatrist at Balance Foot & Ankle

Dr. Daria Gutkin is a board-certified podiatrist at Balance Foot & Ankle, providing comprehensive foot and ankle care at both the Howell and Bloomfield Township offices. Known for her warm, patient-centered approach and clinical thoroughness, Dr. Gutkin is especially valued by patients who want a podiatrist who listens, explains clearly, and builds individualized treatment plans rather than applying a one-size-fits-all protocol.

Education & Board Certification

Dr. Gutkin earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree and completed a surgical residency in foot and ankle surgery. She maintains board certification in podiatric medicine and surgery and stays current with advances in foot and ankle care through active continuing medical education — including current literature on diabetic foot complications, women’s foot health, and pediatric podiatry.

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Gutkin provides the full range of general and subspecialty podiatric care, with particular depth in:

• Heel pain and plantar fasciitis — Including complex cases that haven’t responded to first-line treatment. Dr. Gutkin uses a biomechanical approach — assessing not just the fascia but the entire kinetic chain — to identify the root cause and build a targeted treatment protocol.
• Women’s foot health — Bunions, neuromas, and stress fractures related to narrow footwear; pregnancy-related foot changes including edema, arch flattening, and plantar fasciitis; and hormonal contributions to tendon laxity and foot deformity progression.
• Diabetic foot care — Comprehensive annual exams, peripheral neuropathy evaluation, vascular screening, wound care, and Medicare-covered therapeutic shoe program. Dr. Gutkin understands that diabetic foot care is preventive medicine — the goal is to detect and address problems before they become hospitalizations.
• Pediatric foot conditions — Flat feet, in-toeing, Sever’s disease, plantar warts, ingrown toenails, and gait abnormalities in children and adolescents. Pediatric foot problems are best addressed during growth years, and Dr. Gutkin takes a conservative, development-conscious approach.
• Bunion and hammertoe evaluation and treatment — From early-stage conservative management to surgical correction, with a strong emphasis on patient education about the condition’s natural progression and treatment timing.
• Custom orthotics and biomechanical assessment — 3D-scanned custom orthotics designed for the patient’s specific gait pattern, foot structure, and footwear needs. Dr. Gutkin considers lifestyle and footwear preferences in every orthotic prescription.
• Wound care and skin conditions — Diabetic and non-diabetic wounds, plantar warts, skin lesions, and dermatological foot conditions.

Dr. Gutkin’s Approach to Patient Care

Dr. Gutkin believes effective treatment starts with listening. Before recommending any treatment, she takes time to understand each patient’s daily activities, footwear habits, medical history, and personal goals. A treatment plan that’s technically correct but doesn’t fit the patient’s life won’t work — and Dr. Gutkin designs plans that patients can actually follow.

Her warm, approachable manner is particularly appreciated by patients seeing a podiatrist for the first time, patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, and pediatric patients and their parents. She explains findings in plain language, welcomes questions, and never rushes an appointment.

Office Locations

Dr. Gutkin sees patients at both Balance Foot & Ankle offices:

• Howell office: 4330 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843 — serving Livingston County, Brighton, Ann Arbor area, and Genesee County
• Bloomfield Township office: 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 — serving Oakland County and surrounding communities

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Gutkin accepting new patients?

Yes — Dr. Gutkin is accepting new patients at both offices. Same-day and next-day appointments are regularly available. Call (810) 206-1402 or schedule online.

Does Dr. Gutkin see children?

Yes — Dr. Gutkin sees pediatric patients of all ages for flat feet, gait problems, Sever’s disease, plantar warts, ingrown toenails, and sports injuries. She has a patient, comfortable approach that works well with children and adolescents, and takes time to explain findings clearly to both the child and parents.

Does Dr. Gutkin perform surgery?

Dr. Gutkin performs in-office procedures including ingrown toenail removal, plantar wart treatment, wound debridement, and cortisone injections. For elective and reconstructive surgical cases (bunion correction, hammertoe surgery, ankle reconstruction), she collaborates closely with Dr. Jay, the practice’s surgical specialist. Most patients who need surgery are co-managed between both physicians.

I have diabetes — is Dr. Gutkin experienced with diabetic foot care?

Yes — diabetic foot care is one of Dr. Gutkin’s primary clinical interests. She performs comprehensive diabetic foot exams, neuropathy screening, vascular assessments, wound care, and therapeutic shoe prescription. She understands that for diabetic patients, podiatric care is genuinely preventive — catching problems early prevents the infections, ulcers, and hospitalizations that happen when foot complications go unnoticed.

What insurance does Dr. Gutkin accept?

Dr. Gutkin and Balance Foot & Ankle accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, HAP, Priority Health, Medicare, and most Medicare Advantage plans. Call with your insurance information and we’ll verify your benefits before your first appointment.

Schedule with Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM

Board-certified podiatrist. Howell & Bloomfield Township. Accepting new patients.

☎ (810) 206-1402

Conditions Treated by Dr. Gutkin

• Bunions — Complete Guide & Treatment Options
• Bunion Surgery at Balance Foot & Ankle
• Custom Orthotics — Cost, Insurance & Process
• Laser Toenail Fungus Treatment
• Plantar Fasciitis Complete Guide
• Toenail Fungus Treatment Guide

Our Podiatry Team

• Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Founder, double-fellowship trained
• Dr. Carl Jay, DPM — Surgical reconstruction & wound care

Schedule with Dr. Gutkin — Howell & Bloomfield Hills

Dr. Daria Gutkin sees patients at both Balance Foot & Ankle locations. Cleveland Clinic-trained with expertise in bunion correction, custom orthotics, and laser therapy.

Howell: 4330 E Grand River Ave, MI 48843 | Bloomfield Hills: 43494 Woodward Ave #208, MI 48302

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(810) 206-1402