You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what Grand Blanc podiatry means and what actually works. Call (810) 206-1402 for a same-day appointment at our Howell or Bloomfield Hills office.
Quick answer: Grand Blanc Michigan Podiatrist is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. The 2026 evidence-based approach combines proper diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills practices. Call (810) 206-1402.
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM — Board-Certified Podiatrist, Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists, Michigan. Last updated April 2026.
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Foot and Ankle Care for Grand Blanc and Genesee County Patients
Residents of Grand Blanc, Flint Township, Burton, Davison, and surrounding Genesee County communities seeking expert podiatric care can access Balance Foot & Ankle at our Howell location. While southeast Michigan offers many healthcare options, specialist-level podiatric care with board-certified foot surgeons is available to Genesee County patients via a straightforward drive south on US-23 to our Howell office. We welcome patients from throughout mid-Michigan.
Our Practice
Balance Foot & Ankle is led by Dr. Tom Biernacki, Dr. Carl Jay, and Dr. Daria Gutkin — board-certified podiatric physicians and foot surgeons with advanced training in foot and ankle medicine and reconstructive surgery. Our practice provides the full spectrum of podiatric services, from routine nail and skin care through complex surgical reconstruction, with an evidence-based, patient-centered approach. We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, McLaren Health Plan, Aetna, Cigna, and United Healthcare.
Foot and Ankle Conditions Treated
Grand Blanc and Genesee County patients come to Balance Foot & Ankle for evaluation and treatment of plantar fasciitis and heel pain, bunions and hammertoes, ingrown and fungal toenails, ankle sprains and chronic instability, Achilles tendon injuries, diabetic foot care and wound management, peripheral neuropathy, flat feet and arch conditions, stress fractures and sports injuries, arthritis, gout, nerve conditions, and skin conditions of the foot including corns, calluses, and warts.
Diabetic Foot Care for Genesee County Patients
Genesee County has significant rates of diabetes and diabetes-related complications. Comprehensive podiatric care is a critical part of managing diabetes and preventing the serious foot complications — ulcers, infections, and amputations — that poorly managed diabetic foot disease can cause. Balance Foot & Ankle provides thorough annual diabetic foot examinations, neuropathy and circulation screening, wound care, custom diabetic footwear prescription, and professional nail and skin care. Regular podiatric monitoring for diabetic patients dramatically reduces complication risk.
Sports and Athletic Foot Care
Grand Blanc Township and the broader Genesee County area have active youth and adult athletic communities. Grand Blanc High School and local travel sports programs create significant demand for sports medicine-focused podiatric care. We provide evaluation and treatment for sports-related ankle sprains, stress fractures, Achilles injuries, heel pain, and overuse conditions with treatment plans that accommodate athletic schedules whenever safely possible.
Surgical Services
When surgical intervention is needed, our board-certified podiatric surgeons perform outpatient foot and ankle procedures at accredited surgical facilities. Common procedures include bunion correction, hammertoe repair, ankle ligament reconstruction, Achilles tendon repair, plantar fascia release, and fracture management. We provide comprehensive pre-operative consultation and post-operative follow-up care throughout the recovery process.
Schedule Your Appointment
Grand Blanc and Genesee County patients can reach our Howell office conveniently via US-23 south. New patient appointments are available and we welcome patients without referrals for most conditions. Call (810) 206-1402 or book online. We look forward to helping you get back on your feet.
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Howell Office
4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
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Bloomfield Hills Office
43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
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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 Hills 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.
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Visit Balance Foot & Ankle — Same-Day Appointments Available
Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Hills. If you’re dealing with heel pain, ingrown toenails, or a foot injury, we have same-day appointment availability.
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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.
Ready to fix this for good?
Reading goes only so far. The fastest path to relief is a 30-minute office visit with Dr. Biernacki — same-day Howell or Bloomfield Hills. Call (810) 206-1402 or use our online booking.
Our podiatrists treat the underlying cause, not just the symptom. Same-week appointments at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills, Michigan offices.
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (ABFAS & ABPM) 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 made him one of the most-followed foot & ankle educators on YouTube.