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Farmington Hills podiatrist — Same-Week Bunion, Heel Pain & Diabetic Foot Care
Farmington Hills patients drive 14 minutes (8 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 Farmington Hills to our Bloomfield office
Why Farmington Hills Patients Choose Us
Farmington Hills patients get expert foot care without the Henry Ford or Botsford booking delay
Our Bloomfield office sits just 14 minutes from downtown Farmington Hills, which means Farmington Hills 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 Farmington Hills 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 Farmington Hills
Foot & ankle conditions we treat for Farmington Hills patients
- Plantar fasciitis & heel pain — common in Farmington Hills runners, walkers and corporate-commute professionals.
- Diabetic foot care — annual exams, ulcer prevention, neuropathy management. We coordinate with Farmington Hills PCPs and endocrinologists.
- Bunion correction — Lapiplasty 3D, MICA, and traditional options. Dr. Tom is a high-volume Lapiplasty surgeon.
- Sports injuries — ankle sprains, Achilles tendonitis, stress fractures from Farmington Hills youth and adult athletics.
- Ingrown toenails — 15-minute office procedure under local anesthetic. Same-day relief in most cases.
- Toenail fungus — laser, oral, and topical options — honest about success rates per option.
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 Farmington Hills
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 Farmington Hills to our Bloomfield office
Driving directions
From Farmington Hills, head east on 14 Mile Road then south on Woodward Avenue to the 43494 Woodward office in Bloomfield Township. 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 Twp, MI 48302
☎ (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Farmington Hills-area neighborhoods we serve
Downtown Farmington border, Drake Road area, Halsted Road corridor, 11 Mile Road area, Middlebelt corridor.
Landmarks near our Farmington Hills patients
Heritage Park, Founders Sports Park, Costick Center, Farmington Hills Library, Hawk Community Center, 12 Oaks Mall (nearby Novi), Botsford Hospital (nearby), North Farmington High School.
Insurance accepted for Farmington Hills patients
Most insurance plans, free verification
We participate with major insurers covering Farmington Hills 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. Beaumont Hospital Farmington Hills, Henry Ford Medical Center West Bloomfield referrals welcome. Self-pay patients get transparent pricing — call (810) 206-1402 for a quick verification.
Common questions from Farmington Hills
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Farmington Hills to your Bloomfield office?
Typical Farmington Hills patients arrive in 14 minutes. The route is east on 14 Mile Road then south on Woodward Avenue to the 43494 Woodward office in Bloomfield Township. We’re 8 miles from downtown Farmington Hills.
Can I get a same-week appointment as a new Farmington Hills 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 Farmington Hills-area podiatrist?
Absolutely. Bring imaging and records, or have your prior provider fax them to us before your visit. Many Farmington Hills patients come to us for a second opinion before scheduling surgery elsewhere.
Do you see children from Farmington Hills?
Yes — we see patients age 4 and up. Common pediatric cases: in-toeing, sports injuries from Farmington Hills 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 Farmington Hills. Call (810) 206-1402 and the front desk will book you at the closer office with the next available slot.
Ready to book your Farmington Hills 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 Farmington Hills.
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Also Serving Nearby
Other communities near Farmington Hills
Not seeing your city? Call (810) 206-1402 — we serve patients from across both counties.