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Lake Orion podiatrist — Same-Week Heel Pain, Bunion & Sports Injury Care
Lake Orion patients drive 20 minutes (14 miles) to our Bloomfield office at 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208 for board-certified foot & ankle care — without the hospital wait.
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From Lake Orion to our Bloomfield office
Why Lake Orion Patients Choose Us
Lake Orion families and lake-area residents get same-week foot care without an Ascension referral wait
Our Bloomfield office sits just 20 minutes from downtown Lake Orion, which means Lake Orion 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 Lake Orion 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 Lake Orion
Foot & ankle conditions we treat for Lake Orion patients
- Plantar fasciitis & heel pain — common in Lake Orion runners and lake-residents on their feet all summer.
- Sports injuries — ankle sprains, Achilles tendonitis, stress fractures from Lake Orion High School and Notre Dame Prep athletes.
- Bunion correction — Lapiplasty 3D, MICA, and traditional options — outpatient with same-day discharge.
- Diabetic foot care — annual exams, ulcer prevention, neuropathy. Coordinated with your Lake Orion PCP.
- Ingrown toenails — 15-minute office procedure under local anesthetic.
- Toenail fungus — laser, oral, and topical — honest options conversation.
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 Lake Orion
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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20-minute drive from Lake Orion to our Bloomfield office
Driving directions
From Lake Orion, head south on M-24 (Lapeer Road), then south on Woodward Avenue to the 43494 Woodward office. The office is at 43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208. Free parking on site, wheelchair accessible entrance, well-lit lot.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Bloomfield43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
☎ (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Lake Orion-area neighborhoods we serve
Downtown Lake Orion, Orion Township, Oxford border, Independence Township border, Auburn Hills border, Lake Orion village core.
Landmarks near our Lake Orion patients
Lake Orion (the lake), Downtown Lake Orion (Flint Street), Bald Mountain State Recreation Area, Children’s Park, Lake Orion High School, Notre Dame Prep, Friendship Park, Tunner Stadium.
Insurance accepted for Lake Orion patients
Most insurance plans, free verification
We participate with major insurers covering Lake Orion and the broader Oakland 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. McLaren Oakland, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy referrals welcome. Self-pay patients get transparent pricing — call (810) 206-1402 for a quick verification.
Common questions from Lake Orion
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Lake Orion to your Bloomfield office?
Typical Lake Orion patients arrive in 20 minutes. The route is south on M-24 (Lapeer Road), then south on Woodward Avenue to the 43494 Woodward office. We’re 14 miles from downtown Lake Orion.
Can I get a same-week appointment as a new Lake Orion 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 Lake Orion-area podiatrist?
Absolutely. Bring imaging and records, or have your prior provider fax them to us before your visit. Many Lake Orion patients come to us for a second opinion before scheduling surgery elsewhere.
Do you see children from Lake Orion?
Yes — we see patients age 4 and up. Common pediatric cases: in-toeing, sports injuries from Lake Orion youth athletics, ingrown toenails, warts, heel pain (Sever’s).
Is your Howell office closer for me?
Possibly — the same three doctors see patients at both offices. Our Howell location may be a shorter drive from some parts of Lake Orion. Call (810) 206-1402 and the front desk will book you at the closer office with the next available slot.
Ready to book your Lake Orion 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 Lake Orion.
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