Podiatrist Near Allen Park MI| Balance Foot & Ankle

Looking for a foot doctor near Allen Park or Lincoln Park? Our Howell and Bloomfield Township offices see patients throughout Wayne County.

You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what foot care for Allen Park and Lincoln Park patients means and what works. Book online or call (810) 206-1402 for same-day appointment at Howell or Bloomfield Township.

Quick answer: Foot Doctor Allen Park Lincoln Park Michigan is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. Effective treatment starts with a targeted diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Township practices. Book online, or call (810) 206-1402.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM · Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon · Last reviewed: April 2026 · Editorial Policy

MICHIGAN PODIATRIST INSIGHT

Looking for a foot doctor serving Allen Park and Lincoln Park, Michigan? Balance Foot and Ankle treats heel pain, ingrown toenails, bunions, diabetic foot care, and sports injuries, with same-week appointments and most insurance accepted. Call (810) 206-1402.

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Foot Doctor Near Allen Park & Lincoln Park, Michigan B relates to foot pain — typically caused by overuse, footwear, or biomechanics. Most patients improve in 6-12 weeks with conservative care. Same-week appointments in Howell + Bloomfield Township: (810) 206-1402.

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Medically Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist, Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists, Michigan. Last updated April 2026.

Allen Park and Lincoln Park, Michigan residents — along with those from nearby communities including Melvindale, Wyandotte, Dearborn, and Southgate — can access expert podiatric care at Balance Foot & Ankle. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, accepts new patients from Allen Park and Lincoln Park with same-week scheduling and most major insurance plans including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Priority Health, and Medicaid.

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Services for Allen Park and Lincoln Park Patients

Balance Foot & Ankle provides comprehensive podiatric care for Allen Park and Lincoln Park patients: plantar fasciitis and heel pain, bunion evaluation and correction, hammertoe repair, ingrown toenail treatment, toenail fungus, diabetic foot care and wound management, Medicare diabetic footwear, custom orthotics, ankle sprains and instability, Achilles tendon conditions, flatfoot and PTTD, gout, peripheral neuropathy, stress fractures, pediatric foot care, and foot and ankle surgery when indicated.

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When to See a Podiatrist

If foot or ankle pain has been bothering you for more than a few weeks, home care alone may not be enough. Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-week appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Township clinics — no referral needed in most cases. Bring your current shoes and a short list of symptoms and we’ll build you a treatment plan in one visit.

Call Balance Foot & Ankle: (810) 206-1402  ·  Book online  ·  Offices in Howell & Bloomfield Township

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a podiatrist near Allen Park or Lincoln Park, Michigan?

Yes. Balance Foot & Ankle serves Allen Park, Lincoln Park, Southgate, and Melvindale patients at Southeast Michigan clinic locations. Dr. Tom Biernacki accepts new patients with same-week scheduling. Call to confirm the most convenient clinic location for your area.

What insurance does the Allen Park area podiatrist accept?

Balance Foot & Ankle accepts Medicare, Medicaid/Healthy Michigan Plan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (PPO and BCN), Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, HAP, Humana, and most other major Michigan insurance plans. Call to verify your specific coverage before scheduling.

Can Allen Park and Lincoln Park patients get urgent foot care?

Yes. Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-day or next-day urgent care for infected ingrown toenails, acute gout, ankle injuries, and diabetic foot wounds. Call early in the morning for the best access to urgent appointment slots.

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Our board-certified podiatrists treat this condition at two convenient locations. Same-day appointments often available.

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Insurance Accepted

BCBS · Medicare · Aetna · Cigna · United Healthcare · HAP · Priority Health · Humana · View All →

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Ready to Get Back on Your Feet?

Same-week appointments available at both locations.

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Pros & Cons of Conservative Care for foot care

Advantages

  • ✓ Conservative care first
  • ✓ Same-week appointments
  • ✓ Multiple insurance accepted

Considerations

  • ✗ Self-treatment can mask issues
  • ✗ See a podiatrist if pain >2 weeks

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Ready to Get Back on Your Feet?

Same-day appointments in Howell + Bloomfield Township. Most insurance accepted. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM & team.

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About Your Care Team at Balance Foot & Ankle

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM · Board-Certified Foot & Ankle Surgeon. Specializes in conservative-first care, minimally invasive bunion surgery, and complex reconstruction.

Dr. Carl Jay, DPM · Accepting new patients. Specializes in sports medicine, athletic injuries, and routine podiatric care.

Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM, AACFAS · Accepting new patients. Specializes in surgical reconstruction and pediatric podiatry.

Locations: 4330 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843 · 43494 Woodward Ave Suite 208, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302

Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · (810) 206-1402

Visit Balance Foot & Ankle — Same-Day Appointments Available

Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Township. If you’re dealing with heel pain, ingrown toenails, or a foot injury, we have same-day appointment availability.

Same-day appointments available. (810) 206-1402

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I see a podiatrist?

If symptoms persist past 2 weeks, affect your normal activity, or are accompanied by red-flag symptoms (warmth, redness, swelling, inability to bear weight).

What does treatment cost?

Most diagnostic visits and conservative treatments are covered by Medicare and major insurers. Out-of-pocket costs vary by your specific plan.

How quickly can I get an appointment?

Most non-urgent cases see us within 5 business days. Urgent cases (sudden pain, possible fracture) typically same or next business day.

More questions patients ask

Where is the nearest podiatrist to Allen Park MI?

See our full guide from Dr. Tom Biernacki DPM at Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI.

What foot conditions does Balance Foot & Ankle treat near Allen Park?

See our full guide from Dr. Tom Biernacki DPM at Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI.

How far is Balance Foot & Ankle from Allen Park Michigan?

See our full guide from Dr. Tom Biernacki DPM at Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI.

When should Allen Park residents see a podiatrist?

See Dr. Tom Biernacki at Balance Foot & Ankle — same-day appointments. Call (810) 206-1402. Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI.

Does insurance cover podiatry near Allen Park MI?

Most PPO and Medicare plans cover medically necessary foot care. We accept BCBS and most Michigan insurers. Call (810) 206-1402.

Still have a question about coverage or cost? Book online and we will check your benefits before your visit: Book in Howell · Book in Bloomfield Township. Prefer to talk it through first? Call (810) 206-1402.

Balance Foot & Ankle surgeons are affiliated with Trinity Health Michigan, Corewell Health, and Henry Ford Health — three of Michigan’s largest health systems.