★ Howell & Bloomfield Hills · Family-Friendly · Great with Kids · Same-Week Appointments
The Gentlest Hands in Michigan Podiatry
Quick Answer
Who is the gentlest podiatrist for anxious patients in Michigan?
Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM, AACFAS is a gentle podiatrist at Balance Foot & Ankle in Howell and Bloomfield Hills, MI. Specializes in care for anxious patients, pediatric foot care, women's foot health, and diabetic wound healing. Same-week appointments. Call (810) 206-1402.
DPM, AACFAS
Anxious patients request her by name. Board-certified podiatrist specializing in gentle technique for patients who have cancelled previous appointments out of fear, pediatric foot care, women’s foot health, and diabetic wound healing. Gentle approach for anxious patients and children.
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Specialties & Approach
What Dr. Gutkin Is Known For
Dr. Daria Gutkin is the podiatrist patients specifically request when they’re anxious about foot care. Known for taking extra time to explain procedures, gentle technique, and unhurried appointments.
Known among patients for the gentlest hands in Michigan podiatry. Anxious patients and those with needle phobia specifically request her. Takes time to explain every step.
Special expertise in children’s foot conditions: flat feet, Sever’s heel pain, in-toeing, ingrown toenails, plantar warts, and pediatric biomechanical assessments.
High-heel injuries, plantar fasciitis from prolonged standing, neuromas, bunions, and pregnancy-related foot pain. Care tailored to women’s biomechanics and life stages.
When procedures are needed, Dr. Gutkin emphasizes the least invasive option: ingrown nail removal with permanent matrixectomy, soft-tissue injections, and minimally invasive cyst removal.
Full clinical fluency in both English and Russian. Russian-speaking patients can describe symptoms in their native language and receive care without translation delays.
Comprehensive diabetic foot exams, neuropathy screening, prevention education, and wound care. Most insurance covers annual diabetic foot exams and diabetic shoes.
Patient Reviews
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Patient Stories
What Patients Worried About — And What Happened
Terrified of injections at the toe
“I have a real phobia of needles. Dr. Gutkin used a numbing technique I'd never seen. I didn't feel a thing.”
— S.P., West Bloomfield
Worried about being judged for foot anxiety
“I cancelled three previous appointments because of anxiety. Dr. Gutkin sat down, explained every step, and let me set the pace.”
— K.L., Bloomfield Hills
Brought a child who was scared
“My 8-year-old was terrified. Dr. Gutkin made him laugh. He asked when we could come back.”
— Parent of patient, Royal Oak
4.9 stars · 1,123+ Google reviews. Patient names abbreviated for privacy.
What Patients Say About Dr. Gutkin
Real Google reviews from Dr. Gutkin’s patients across our Howell and Bloomfield Hills offices. Read all 1,123 reviews on Google →
“Dr. Gutkin is one of the best doctors I have ever worked with. She’s extremely knowledgeable, patient, and kind. I would recommend her without hesitation.”
“Dr. Gutkin listened to my story and has tools to help with my inflammation that other podiatrists didn’t have. My first appointment went well, and I can’t wait to go back!”
“Dr. Gutkin is very knowledgeable and articulate. She uses modern equipment, spends time, and answers all your questions.”
Where to See Dr. Gutkin
Two Offices. Same-Week Availability.
Dr. Gutkin sees patients at both Balance Foot & Ankle locations.
Howell, MI 48843 ☎ (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Free parking
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 ☎ (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Free parking
Common Questions
FAQ About Dr. Gutkin
Why do anxious patients request Dr. Gutkin?
Patients describe her as having the gentlest hands they’ve ever experienced in podiatry. She takes time to explain every step before doing it, never rushes a procedure, and is especially patient with needle-phobic, claustrophobic, or otherwise anxious patients. Many patients who have avoided foot care for years finally come in to see Dr. Gutkin.
Does Dr. Gutkin treat children?
Yes — pediatric foot care is one of her specialties. She treats flat feet, Sever’s heel pain, in-toeing, ingrown toenails, plantar warts, sports injuries, and pediatric biomechanical issues. Parents specifically request her for her kid-friendly approach.
Does Dr. Gutkin perform surgery?
Dr. Gutkin performs in-office procedures including ingrown toenail removal (with permanent matrix correction), wart removal, cyst removal, and soft-tissue injections. For complex foot or ankle surgery, she works closely with Dr. Tom Biernacki or Dr. Carl Jay, both fellowship-trained surgeons at Balance Foot & Ankle.
What insurance does Dr. Gutkin accept?
Dr. Gutkin accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Medicare, Medicaid, Priority Health, HAP, McLaren, Humana, Molina, and Meridian. Call (810) 206-1402 to verify your specific plan.
Which office should I go to for Dr. Gutkin?
Dr. Gutkin sees patients at both the Howell office (4330 E Grand River Ave) and the Bloomfield Hills office (43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208). Choose whichever is closer to you — her schedule is similar at both locations.
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Gentle, unhurried care. Same-week appointments in Howell & Bloomfield Hills.
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Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM, AACFAS
| NPI Number | 1023532587 · verify on NPPES → |
| State License | Michigan · Active |
| Certifications | Doctor of Podiatric Medicine · Associate — American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (AACFAS) · Surgical Residency |
| Memberships | American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) · American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) · Michigan Podiatric Medical Association |
| Subspecialties | Diabetic foot care · Wound healing · Custom orthotics · Ingrown toenail correction · Anxious-patient care |
| Practice Address | 4330 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843 · 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 |
| Direct Line | (810) 206-1402 |
Surgical privileges at Michigan’s major health systems
Balance Foot & Ankle surgeons hold privileges and affiliations with three of Michigan’s largest health systems, with seamless referral pathways for advanced imaging, inpatient surgery, and multidisciplinary care.
Find Balance Foot & Ankle — Two Michigan Locations
Same-week appointments at both offices. 4.9★ rated, 1,123+ Google reviews.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Howell
4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
Balance Foot & Ankle — Bloomfield
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Patients ask Dr. Daria Gutkin
Watch our team on YouTube
Dr. Daria Gutkin works alongside Dr. Tom Biernacki, whose Michigan Foot Doctors channel has 960K+ subscribers and over 1,000 free educational videos on foot and ankle conditions. Watch real explanations of the conditions Dr. Daria Gutkin treats.
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How to cure plantar fasciitis in one week
Dr. Daria Gutkin treats heel pain with the same conservative-first approach Dr. Tom teaches 960K+ subscribers. Anxious about heel surgery? Start here. 960K+ subscribers watch Dr. Tom on YouTube.
