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Hartland podiatrist — Same-Week Heel Pain, Bunion & Sports Injury Care
Hartland patients drive 12 minutes (8 miles) to our Howell office at 4330 E Grand River Ave for board-certified foot & ankle care — without the hospital wait.
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From Hartland to our Howell office
Why Hartland Patients Choose Us
Hartland families and US-23 commuters get same-week foot care without a Brighton Hospital referral wait
Our Howell office sits just 12 minutes from downtown Hartland, which means Hartland 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 Hartland 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 Hartland
Foot & ankle conditions we treat for Hartland patients
- Plantar fasciitis & heel pain — common in Hartland runners and active commuters. EPAT shockwave, custom orthotics, and conservative-first plans.
- Sports injuries — ankle sprains, Achilles tendonitis, stress fractures — we coordinate with Hartland High School athletic trainers.
- Bunion correction — Lapiplasty 3D, MICA, and traditional bunionectomy. Dr. Tom is a high-volume Lapiplasty surgeon.
- Diabetic foot care — annual exams, ulcer prevention, neuropathy. Coordinated with your Hartland-area PCP.
- Ingrown toenails — 15-minute office procedure under local anesthetic. Most Hartland patients book a same-week appointment.
- Toenail fungus — laser, oral, and topical — honest options conversation, not a pitch.
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 Hartland
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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12-minute drive from Hartland to our Howell office
Driving directions
From Hartland, head south on US-23 toward Howell, then west on Grand River Avenue — the office is at 4330 E Grand River Ave. The office is at 4330 E Grand River Ave. Free parking on site, wheelchair accessible entrance, well-lit lot.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Howell4330 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843
☎ (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Hartland-area neighborhoods we serve
Hartland Township, Tyrone Township border, Cohoctah border, Brighton border, Hartland village core.
Landmarks near our Hartland patients
Hartland Heritage Park, Lake Tyrone, Long Lake (Hartland), Settlers Park, Hartland High School, Crooked Lake, Cromaine District Library, Hartland Plains.
Insurance accepted for Hartland patients
Most insurance plans, free verification
We participate with major insurers covering Hartland and the broader Livingston 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. Trinity Health Brighton, St. Joseph Mercy Brighton referrals welcome. Self-pay patients get transparent pricing — call (810) 206-1402 for a quick verification.
Common questions from Hartland
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Hartland to your Howell office?
Typical Hartland patients arrive in 12 minutes. The route is south on US-23 toward Howell, then west on Grand River Avenue — the office is at 4330 E Grand River Ave. We’re 8 miles from downtown Hartland.
Can I get a same-week appointment as a new Hartland 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 Hartland-area podiatrist?
Absolutely. Bring imaging and records, or have your prior provider fax them to us before your visit. Many Hartland patients come to us for a second opinion before scheduling surgery elsewhere.
Do you see children from Hartland?
Yes — we see patients age 4 and up. Common pediatric cases: in-toeing, sports injuries from Hartland youth athletics, ingrown toenails, warts, heel pain (Sever’s).
Is your Bloomfield Hills office closer for me?
Possibly — the same three doctors see patients at both offices. Our Bloomfield Hills location may be a shorter drive from some parts of Hartland. Call (810) 206-1402 and the front desk will book you at the closer office with the next available slot.
Ready to book your Hartland 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 Hartland.
Watch & Learn
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