You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — explains exactly what Linden / Fenton podiatry means and what actually works. Call (810) 206-1402 for a same-day appointment at our Howell or Bloomfield Hills office.
Quick answer: Linden Fenton Foot Doctor Podiatrist Livingston County is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. Effective treatment starts with a targeted 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 Linden and Fenton Patients
Residents of Linden, Fenton, Tyrone Township, and surrounding Livingston County communities seeking podiatric care will find comprehensive foot and ankle services at Balance Foot & Ankle’s Howell office. Our Howell location serves all of Livingston County and is conveniently accessible from the Linden/Fenton corridor via US-23 and Hartland Road.
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, provides expert evaluation and treatment for all foot and ankle conditions, from acute sports injuries to chronic structural problems to complex diabetic foot complications.
What We Treat
Our practice provides care for the full range of foot and ankle conditions affecting Fenton and Linden area patients. Heel pain from plantar fasciitis is among the most common complaints we see, affecting adults across all activity levels. Bunions and hammertoes — progressive structural deformities that worsen without treatment — are another frequent concern, particularly for patients in their 40s, 50s, and 60s who are noticing increasing difficulty with shoe fit and foot comfort.
We also serve athletes throughout the region with ankle sprains and ligament injuries, Achilles tendon disorders, stress fractures, and sports-related overuse conditions. Pediatric patients are welcome for growth plate conditions, flat feet evaluation, and youth sports injuries. Older adults receive comprehensive care for arthritic foot conditions, nail disorders, and preventive diabetic foot monitoring.
Diabetic Foot Health in Livingston County
Livingston County’s population of approximately 200,000 includes a significant and growing number of patients managing diabetes. For these patients, annual podiatric examination is not just recommended — it’s essential. We provide thorough diabetic foot evaluations including neurovascular screening, skin and structural assessment, wound evaluation when applicable, and therapeutic footwear guidance. The Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program provides eligible patients with covered therapeutic shoes and custom inserts — ask us whether you qualify at your next visit.
Advanced Diagnostics and Conservative Care
Our office features digital X-ray, in-office diagnostic ultrasound for soft tissue evaluation, and comprehensive biomechanical assessment tools. These capabilities allow us to diagnose accurately in a single visit and begin targeted treatment without the delays of external imaging referrals. Custom functional orthotics, physical therapy protocols, targeted injection therapies including PRP, and specialized taping are among our conservative treatment tools.
Surgical Options When Needed
When surgery is the appropriate path forward, Dr. Biernacki performs a full range of foot and ankle surgical procedures with emphasis on minimally invasive approaches and thorough patient education. From routine nail surgery to bunion correction to complex ankle reconstruction, our surgical care focuses on achieving the best outcome with the most efficient recovery.
Schedule an Appointment
New patients from Linden, Fenton, Hartland, Tyrone Township, and surrounding communities are welcome at our Howell office. Call (810) 206-1402 or use our online booking portal to schedule your evaluation. We work with most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, and Priority Health. Urgent concerns — acute injuries, wound problems, infected toenails — are accommodated for timely care.
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Howell Office
4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843
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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.
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.