Podiatrist in Farmington Hills, MI | Balance Foot & Ankle

Do Farmington Hills patients come to you, or is there a closer option?

Most Farmington Hills patients drive to our Bloomfield Township office on Woodward — a straight shot east on I-696, usually 15–20 minutes. If travel is difficult, we also provide in-home podiatry visits for homebound and limited-mobility patients across Oakland County, Farmington Hills included. You see the same three board-certified podiatrists either way.

The foot & ankle problems we see most from Farmington Hills

Farmington Hills is a large, established community with a lot of active adults and a sizeable older population, and the mix of problems we see reflects that:

• Diabetic and neuropathic foot care. With a big older-adult community, we do a lot of diabetic foot checks, callus and nail care, and early wound care — the routine attention that keeps a small problem from becoming a hospital visit. If you have diabetes, numbness, or poor circulation, this is worth staying ahead of.
• Heel pain and walking-related overuse. Walkers and joggers at Heritage Park and Founders Sports Park, and folks getting their steps in around Twelve Mile and Orchard Lake, bring in plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, and arch pain — especially in spring and in worn-out shoes.
• Bunions, hammertoes, and arthritis of the foot. The everyday structural problems that make shoes hurt; we treat them conservatively first and reserve surgery for when it’s truly warranted.
• Sports and activity injuries. Between The Hawk, school teams, and rec leagues, we see ankle sprains, stress fractures, and turf toe across all ages.
• Ingrown toenails, warts, and skin/nail issues — the common complaints that are quick to fix and a relief to have handled properly.

Whatever it is, we start by pinning down the actual cause, try the least-invasive fix that will hold, and give you a straight answer on whether a procedure is or isn’t needed.

Getting to our Bloomfield Township office from Farmington Hills

The office is on Woodward Avenue in Bloomfield Township, with parking at the door. Rough drive times:

• Central Farmington Hills (Orchard Lake & 12 Mile): ~18 min via I-696 E to Woodward.
• North Farmington Hills (14 Mile / M-5): ~15 min via M-5 and I-696.
• South Farmington Hills (Grand River / 8 Mile): ~20 min via I-696 E.

Address: 43494 Woodward Ave #208, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302 · Phone: (810) 206-1402 · Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–4:30 PM.

Foot & ankle services for Farmington Hills patients

Everything below is done at our Bloomfield Township office on Woodward, about 15–20 minutes east on I-696. Same three board-certified podiatrists, whichever problem brings you in.

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Heel pain and plantar fasciitis

The most common reason people call us. We examine the mechanics rather than guessing, and most cases settle with stretching, taping, an injection, or a properly made orthotic. Surgery is rare and we will say so plainly if you do not need it. More on heel pain and plantar fasciitis.

Bunions, hammertoes, and foot arthritis

If shoes have stopped fitting comfortably, there is usually a structural reason. We treat conservatively first — padding, footwear changes, orthotics — and discuss surgical correction only when the deformity is genuinely limiting you. See bunions and toe deformities.

Ingrown toenails, usually handled the same day

A painful or infected ingrown nail does not need to wait. These are treated in the office with local anesthetic, and most patients walk out comfortable the same visit.

Diabetic foot care and wound prevention

For anyone with diabetes, neuropathy, or reduced circulation, this is the appointment that matters most. Annual comprehensive exams, protective nail and callus care, footwear assessment, and early wound treatment — usually covered by Medicare and most plans. See diabetic foot care.

Custom orthotics

Made from a scan of your own feet and built for how you actually walk, not a shelf insert. Worth it when heel, arch, or ball-of-foot pain keeps returning. See custom orthotics.

Toenail fungus and nail changes

Thick, discolored, or crumbling nails are not always fungus, so we confirm the cause before treating. Options range from topical and oral treatment to laser. See toenail fungus.

Sprains, fractures, and Achilles injuries

We have digital X-ray and ultrasound on site, so an injury can usually be imaged and diagnosed in the same visit rather than sending you elsewhere first. See ankle sprains, or call us for same-day urgent care if it happened today.

What your first visit looks like

Plan on roughly 30–45 minutes. We take a history, examine the foot and ankle, and image it on site if that is needed. You leave knowing what the problem is, what the options are, and what we recommend first — not a vague plan to come back later. Bring photo ID, your insurance card, a list of medications, and the shoes you wear most, since worn shoes tell us a lot. Full details on the new patient page.

Office hours

Book online, any time. Request an appointment at our Bloomfield Township office — you can book online in about a minute without waiting for callback hours. Same-week slots are normal and we hold time for urgent problems. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM if you would rather speak to someone. If travel is difficult, ask about in-home visits across Oakland County. Benefits are verified before your visit at no charge — see insurance and costs.

Your Farmington Hills care team

All three of our board-certified podiatrists see Farmington Hills patients at the Bloomfield Township office. You see whoever fits your problem and can get you in soonest.

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS

Board-certified foot & ankle surgeon and founder of Balance Foot & Ankle. Bunions, heel pain, and reconstructive surgery. View bio →

Dr. Carl Jay, DPM

Full-range foot & ankle care with a conservative, sports-medicine-minded approach. View bio →

Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM

Diabetic foot care, nail and skin conditions, and pediatric foot problems for adults and kids. View bio →

Insurance & your first visit

We accept most major plans — Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna, HAP, and Priority Health among them — and no referral is needed. Bring your insurance card, your medication list, and the shoes you wear most. Start on our new-patient page or call (810) 206-1402.

Farmington Hills podiatry questions we hear a lot

Is there a podiatrist office in Farmington Hills?

Our office is in Bloomfield Township, about 15–20 minutes east on I-696. There isn’t a Balance Foot & Ankle office inside Farmington Hills, but we see Farmington Hills patients every week — and offer in-home visits when travel is hard.

I have diabetes — how often should I have my feet checked?

For most people with diabetes, a professional foot check a few times a year (more often with neuropathy or a prior wound) catches problems early. If you notice a sore, color change, or numbness, don’t wait — call us.

How fast can I be seen?

Usually the same week, and sooner for acute injuries or wounds. Call (810) 206-1402.

Serving Farmington Hills and nearby Oakland County communities — West Bloomfield, Commerce Township, Novi, and Farmington — from our Bloomfield Township office. See both offices or our in-home podiatry visits.