Balance Foot & Ankle — Our Locations
Expert foot & ankle care in Howell (Livingston County) and Bloomfield Hills (Oakland County). Same three board-certified podiatrists, same-week appointments, most insurance accepted. Not sure which office? Call (810) 206-1402 and the front desk will book you at the location closest to home.
Howell Office
Howell, MI 48843
Savannah Office Condominiums · east of M-59 · I-96 exit 137 · free parking in front
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Bloomfield Hills Office
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
On Woodward Ave · free parking on site
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Meet Your Care Team
Three board-certified specialists see patients at both offices — the front desk routes you to whichever location is closer to home.
Dr. Tom Biernacki
Double board-certified podiatric surgeon with 3,000+ procedures. Known for explaining the “why” behind every diagnosis.
Dr. Carl Jay
Complex reconstruction specialist — the surgeon other surgeons refer their toughest cases to (revision bunions, Charcot, ankle trauma).
Dr. Daria Gutkin
Gentle-care specialist; bilingual (English & Russian). Patients who fear procedures specifically request her.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which office should I go to?
Choose whichever is closer — Howell (Livingston County) or Bloomfield Hills (Oakland County). The same three doctors see patients at both. If you’re unsure, call (810) 206-1402 and we’ll book the closer location with the next same-week slot.
What are your hours?
Both offices are open Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM. The Howell office also offers Saturday appointments on request.
Do you offer same-week appointments?
Yes — same-week appointments are available at both locations in most cases. Urgent cases are accommodated as quickly as possible.
What insurance do you accept?
Most major plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Medicare, Priority Health, HAP, Humana, McLaren, Molina and Meridian. Call (810) 206-1402 and we’ll verify your benefits before your visit.
Stop living with foot pain.
Book at the Balance Foot & Ankle office closest to you.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS.