Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM · Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon · Last reviewed: April 2026 · Editorial Policy
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Foot Doctor in Green Oak Township & South Lyon, MI &mda 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 Twp: (810) 206-1402.
✅ Medically reviewed by Dr. Thomas Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist · Last updated April 6, 2026
Foot Doctor in Green Oak Township & South Lyon, MI — Podiatry Close to Home
Serving Green Oak Township & South Lyon
Green Oak Township and South Lyon sit at the intersection of Livingston and Oakland counties — and patients from this community have easy access to both of our Balance Foot & Ankle locations. Our Howell office serves the northern Green Oak Township and Livingston County side, while our Bloomfield Hills office serves patients closer to Oakland County. Both locations provide the same advanced care, the same team, the same technologies.
Why Patients from Green Oak & South Lyon Choose Balance Foot & Ankle
Green Oak Township and South Lyon patients choose us because we offer something most community podiatry practices don’t: a true multi-technology approach. MLS laser therapy, EPAT shockwave, 3D-printed orthotics, toenail fungus laser, and in-office imaging — all under one roof, with board-certified podiatrists experienced in both conservative and surgical management.
Getting to Our Offices
From South Lyon/Green Oak, our Howell office (4330 E Grand River Ave, Howell) is approximately 20 minutes northwest via US-23 or M-36. Our Bloomfield Hills office (43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208) is approximately 25 minutes southeast on Pontiac Trail and then south on Woodward. Either office is conveniently accessible.
Conditions Treated
We treat the complete spectrum of foot and ankle conditions for Green Oak Township and South Lyon patients: heel pain, bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, diabetic foot care, ankle injuries, sports-related foot problems, custom orthotics, neuropathy, and more. Same-day appointments are available for urgent concerns.
✅ MLS Dual-Wavelength Laser — FDA-cleared
✅ EPAT Shockwave Therapy — 80%+ success
✅ 3D-Scanned Custom Orthotics
✅ Toenail Fungus Laser
✅ In-Office X-Ray & Ultrasound
📞 (810) 206-1402 | Howell & Bloomfield Hills
Two Offices, One Call
Call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 and we’ll help you choose the most convenient office location — Howell or Bloomfield Hills. We welcome new patients from Green Oak Township, South Lyon, Brighton, Lyon Township, and surrounding communities.
Foot Doctor in Green Oak and South Lyon, MI: Podiatric Care for Southern Livingston County
Green Oak Township and South Lyon residents in southern Livingston County have two convenient options for professional podiatric care at Balance Foot & Ankle: our Howell office at 4330 E Grand River (approximately 25–30 minutes north via US-23 or I-96) and our Bloomfield Hills office at 43494 Woodward Ave #208 (approximately 20–25 minutes east via 8 Mile Road or Grand River). The choice depends on individual preference and traffic patterns — both offices provide the same clinical services, accept the same insurance plans, and operate with the same scheduling flexibility. South Lyon residents near the Wixom and Commerce Township border often find the Bloomfield Hills location more convenient for their commute patterns.
Green Oak and South Lyon patients benefit from Balance Foot & Ankle‘s comprehensive service range — from routine nail care and diabetic foot examinations to custom 3D orthotics, MLS laser therapy, shockwave treatment for plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinopathy, and surgical correction of bunions, hammertoes, and ankle instability. South Lyon’s active community of runners, cyclists, golfers, and recreational athletes generates significant demand for sports podiatry services — and our evidence-based approach to sports foot injury management is well-aligned with the performance goals of this patient population. All major Michigan insurance plans are accepted at both locations. South Lyon and Green Oak residents can call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 to schedule at whichever location is most convenient.
Related Treatment Guides
- Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain Treatment
- Custom 3D Orthotics
- Sports Foot & Ankle Injury Treatment
- Bunion Treatment
Green Oak Township is part of a broader southern Livingston County corridor — including South Lyon, Lyon Township, and Northville Township — where residents often access both Livingston and Oakland county services based on convenience. Our Bloomfield Hills office at 43494 Woodward Ave is frequently the choice for South Lyon and Lyon Township patients who travel east for work, shopping, or other medical appointments in Oakland County. Both our Howell and Bloomfield Hills offices offer the same comprehensive podiatric services: same-week appointments for acute conditions, diagnostic imaging, custom 3D orthotics, regenerative therapies, and surgical correction when needed. Green Oak and South Lyon residents can call Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 to schedule at their preferred location and verify their insurance benefits before the appointment.
Insurance Accepted
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Howell Office
3980 E Grand River Ave, Suite 140
Howell, MI 48843
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Bloomfield Hills Office
43700 Woodward Ave, Suite 207
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
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Your Board-Certified Podiatrists
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Same-week appointments available at both locations.
Book Your AppointmentPros & 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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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 Twp, MI 48302
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · (810) 206-1402
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a double board-certified podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon at Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists in Southeast Michigan. With over a decade of clinical experience, he specializes in heel pain, bunions, diabetic foot care, sports injuries, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Biernacki is a member of the APMA and ACFAS, and his patient education content on MichiganFootDoctors.com and YouTube has reached over one million views.
- Plantar Fasciitis: Diagnosis and Conservative Management (PubMed)
- Plantar Fasciitis (APMA)
- Diagnosis and Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis (PubMed / AAFP)
- Heel Pain (APMA)