Podiatrist in Livonia, MI | Balance Foot & Ankle

Balance Foot & Ankle treats Livonia patients at two nearby offices: our Howell office at 4330 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843 — a straight shot west on I-96 — and our Bloomfield Hills office at 43494 Woodward Ave #208, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302. Either location is about a 30-minute drive from most Livonia neighborhoods, and both offer same-week appointments with board-certified podiatrists. Call (810) 206-1402 or request your first visit online.

Foot Care for the Whole Family

Livonia is a city of families, and our practice is built for them. In a single household we will often treat a teenager’s ingrown toenail, a parent’s plantar fasciitis from long shifts on concrete floors, and a grandparent’s diabetic foot care — all under one roof, with one phone number. Our practice holds a 4.9-star rating from more than 1,123 Google reviews, and Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS, has performed over 3,000 foot and ankle surgeries.

Podiatry Services for Livonia Patients

• Ingrown toenail treatment — including permanent correction so it doesn’t come back
• Heel pain and plantar fasciitis care for workers who spend all day on their feet
• Bunion treatment, from custom orthotics to minimally invasive bunion surgery
• Diabetic foot exams, neuropathy evaluation, and wound care
• Ankle sprains and sports injuries for school athletes and weekend warriors
• Custom orthotics and footwear guidance
• Home-visit podiatry for homebound patients in select areas

Which Office Is Closer to Livonia?

It depends on which side of the city you live on, and which highway you prefer. Both offices have free parking at the door.

Howell office — best for west Livonia, Plymouth, and Northville

From the I-96/I-275 interchange, take I-96 West about 25 miles and exit at Grand River Avenue in Howell. The office is at 4330 E Grand River Ave — typically about 30 minutes with no city traffic to fight.

Bloomfield Hills office — best for north Livonia, Farmington, and Farmington Hills

Head north on I-275/I-696 or up Orchard Lake Road, then east to Woodward Avenue. The office is at 43494 Woodward Ave #208, Bloomfield Hills — usually 25–35 minutes from Livonia depending on traffic.

Meet Our Podiatrists

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS

Board-certified podiatric surgeon and founder of Balance Foot & Ankle, specializing in bunion correction, heel pain, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. View full bio →

Dr. Carl Jay, DPM

Comprehensive medical and surgical foot care with a focus on diabetic foot health and nail and skin conditions.

Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM

Treats the full range of foot and ankle conditions, with patients frequently noting her thorough, unhurried visits.

Communities We Serve Near Livonia

Along with Livonia, we regularly see patients from Plymouth, Northville, Farmington, Farmington Hills, Redford, Westland, and Garden City. Patients farther west along I-96 can read more about our Howell office; patients to the north can visit our Bloomfield Hills office page.

Insurance and New Patient Information

We accept most major plans, including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna, HAP, and Priority Health. See full insurance details → New patients can complete intake paperwork online before the first visit.

Frequently Asked Questions — Livonia Patients

Is there a Balance Foot & Ankle office in Livonia itself?

No — Livonia patients choose between our Howell office (straight west on I-96) and our Bloomfield Hills office (north via I-275/I-696). Both are about 30 minutes from most of Livonia, and our scheduling team will book you at whichever you prefer.

Can my kids and I see the same podiatrist?

Yes. We treat children, adults, and seniors, and many Livonia families book back-to-back appointments to make one trip of it.

My ingrown toenail keeps coming back — can you fix it permanently?

In most cases, yes. A brief in-office procedure removes the problem nail border permanently, and most patients are back in regular shoes within days.

Do you do diabetic foot checks?

Yes — regular diabetic foot exams, neuropathy testing, nail care, and wound care are a core part of our practice, and Medicare covers diabetic foot care for qualifying patients.

How soon can I get in?

Most new patients are seen within the same week. Call (810) 206-1402 and we will find the earliest opening at either office.

Schedule Your Appointment

Call (810) 206-1402 or book online — and tell us whether Howell or Bloomfield Hills works better for you.