Medically Reviewed | Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan
Quick Answer:
Quick Answer: Balance Foot & Ankle serves Genoa Charter Township patients at our Howell office, approximately 8–12 miles north. Dr. Biernacki provides comprehensive podiatric care for Genoa Township and the Brighton-area community including heel pain, toenail fungus, custom orthotics, sports injuries, and diabetic foot management. Most insurance accepted — same-week appointments available.
Foot & Ankle Care for Genoa Charter Township, Michigan
Genoa Charter Township surrounds the city of Brighton in southeastern Livingston County — one of the county’s most active and growing communities. Balance Foot & Ankle’s Howell office is just 8–12 miles north, providing expert podiatric care for Genoa Township residents without requiring the drive to Detroit or Ann Arbor health systems. Dr. Tom Biernacki serves Genoa Township, Brighton, and the surrounding southeastern Livingston County community with comprehensive foot and ankle treatment.
What We Treat for Genoa Township Patients
Our Genoa Township and Brighton-area patients seek care most commonly for plantar fasciitis and heel pain, ingrown toenail removal, fungal toenail treatment, bunion and hammertoe management, ankle sprains and sports injuries, diabetic foot care, and custom orthotic fabrication. On-site X-ray and ultrasound allow comprehensive evaluation and initial treatment in a single appointment for most patients.
Getting to Our Howell Office from Genoa Township
From Genoa Township, most patients travel north on Grand River Avenue or US-23 north to Howell — typically a 12–15 minute drive. Our Howell office is centrally located within Livingston County and accessible from all directions. Free parking and accessible entry on-site.
Brighton’s Active Running Community
Genoa Township and the greater Brighton area have one of southeastern Livingston County’s most active running and cycling communities. Trail systems, the Huron Valley, and numerous parks attract athletes year-round. Athletic injuries — plantar fasciitis, ankle sprains, metatarsal stress fractures, Achilles tendinopathy — are a significant portion of what Dr. Biernacki treats from this community. He understands the demands of endurance sport and provides expert, sport-informed care for Brighton-area athletes.
Dr. Tom's Product Recommendations
Saucony Endorphin Speed Running Shoe
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Premium carbon-fiber-plated performance running shoe with excellent energy return. Dr. Biernacki recommends for elite and semi-elite runners in the Brighton area seeking performance footwear that complements good biomechanics.
Dr. Tom says: “Dr. Biernacki cleared me to use plated shoes after fixing my gait mechanics with orthotics. The Saucony Endorphin Speed is everything for race day.”
Performance runners with good biomechanics, race day footwear, speed training
Patients with active injuries or poor biomechanics (fix structure first)
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PowerStep Pinnacle Orthotic — Running Edition
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Running-specific orthotic insole with motion control and energy-return cushioning. Dr. Biernacki recommends for Brighton-area runners with overpronation and plantar fasciitis as an OTC option.
Dr. Tom says: “Dr. Biernacki recommended these for training runs while my custom orthotics were being made. Managed my plantar fasciitis well through marathon training.”
Runners with plantar fasciitis, overpronation, and flat arches
High-arch or supinating runners (wrong profile — choose neutral cushion)
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✅ Pros / Benefits
- 8–12 miles from Genoa Township — quick access from Brighton-area community
- Expertise in running and endurance sport injuries common in the Brighton community
- Same-week new patient appointments in most cases
- Same-visit imaging and procedures
❌ Cons / Risks
- 12–15 minute drive north to Howell office
- High race-season periods (spring/fall) may increase elective appointment wait
Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Genoa Township and Brighton have a great running culture — some really dedicated endurance athletes come from that area. I enjoy treating runners because they’re motivated and compliant with treatment, which makes the outcomes excellent when we get the biomechanics right.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Genoa Township from your Howell office?
Approximately 8–12 miles north via Grand River Avenue or US-23 — typically a 12–15 minute drive.
Do you work with marathon runners from the Brighton area?
Yes — marathon and endurance athlete care is a specialty. Stress fractures, plantar fasciitis from high mileage, Achilles tendinopathy, and gait biomechanics are all areas of expertise.
Do you accept Blue Cross PPO?
Yes — BCBS PPO is one of our most common insurance plans. We also accept BCBS HMO, Aetna, Cigna, United, Priority Health, and Medicare.
Can I schedule online?
Yes — online scheduling available for both new and returning patients on our website. Or call our office for the fastest appointment confirmation.
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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)