Monroe Podiatrist | Foot Doctor Serving Bedford Township & Monroe County

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Podiatry Care for Monroe, Bedford Township, and Monroe County

Monroe County residents seeking specialized foot and ankle care no longer need to travel to the Detroit metro core. Balance Foot & Ankle serves patients from Monroe, Bedford Township, Temperance, Luna Pier, and surrounding Monroe County communities at our accessible locations in Bloomfield Township and Howell. We provide the full spectrum of podiatric care — from routine nail and skin concerns to complex surgical reconstruction — with board-certified expertise and personalized attention.

Monroe County: A Community with Distinct Healthcare Needs

Monroe County is Michigan’s southernmost county, bordering Ohio and Lake Erie. Its approximately 150,000 residents span working-class communities near the River Raisin industrial corridor, agricultural families in rural townships, retirees in lakefront communities, and growing suburban populations in Bedford Township. This diverse population generates a wide range of foot health needs — from occupational injuries in trades workers to diabetic foot complications in the county’s substantial diabetic population to sports injuries in the area’s active youth and adult athletes.

Common Conditions We Treat for Monroe Area Patients

Patients from Monroe and Bedford Township most often contact us for:

• Plantar fasciitis — the most common cause of heel pain in adults of all ages
• Bunions and hallux valgus — progressive big toe deformity with conservative and surgical treatment options
• Diabetic foot monitoring — comprehensive exams, wound care, and preventive management
• Ankle injuries — acute sprains, chronic instability, and Achilles problems
• Hammertoes and lesser toe deformities — conservative management and minimally invasive surgical correction
• Fungal toenails — effective treatment options including oral antifungals and laser therapy
• Ingrown toenails — rapid in-office treatment with same-day resolution
• Flat feet and arch pain — custom orthotics and biomechanical management

Bedford Township: A Growing Suburban Community

Bedford Township is one of Monroe County’s most rapidly developing communities, with significant residential growth attracting families from Toledo and the Michigan-Ohio border region. The township’s school district, parks, and recreation facilities support an active population. Athletes in Bedford Schools programs, recreational league participants, and outdoor recreation enthusiasts from the Erie Metropark and Lake Erie shoreline regularly seek podiatric care for sports-related foot and ankle problems.

Diabetic Foot Care in Monroe County

Diabetes is prevalent throughout Monroe County, and preventive podiatric care is one of the most effective interventions for preventing the devastating complications of diabetic foot disease. We provide annual comprehensive foot exams that assess sensation (neuropathy testing), vascular status, skin integrity, and structural deformity — identifying problems before they become emergencies. Patients with diabetes who have not had a foot exam in the past year should schedule one promptly.

Medicare Part B covers comprehensive diabetic foot exams every 6 months for patients with diabetic neuropathy, and covers therapeutic footwear (custom or depth shoes with custom insoles) annually. We can assist Monroe County patients in accessing these benefits.

Workers’ Compensation and Industrial Foot Injuries

Monroe’s industrial base — including the River Raisin corridor’s manufacturing facilities — means occupational foot injuries are a significant component of our patient population from this area. Crush injuries, nail bed trauma, chronic standing-related conditions, and work boot-related skin problems are among the occupational presentations we evaluate and treat. We are experienced with workers’ compensation documentation and can provide the assessments needed for work-related claims.

How to Reach Balance Foot & Ankle from Monroe County

Our Bloomfield Township location is approximately 40 miles from Monroe and is accessible via I-75 North. For Monroe County patients who prefer our Howell location, the drive via US-23 and I-96 is approximately 60 miles. We also offer telehealth consultations for initial evaluations when appropriate. Call (810) 206-1402 or book online to schedule at whichever location is most convenient for you.

Foot or Ankle Pain? We Can Help.

Balance Foot & Ankle — Howell & Bloomfield Township, MI

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Your Board-Certified Podiatrists

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM

Board-Certified · FACFAS

Dr. Carl Jay, DPM

Board-Certified Podiatrist

Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM

Podiatrist

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a double board-certified podiatrist and foot & ankle surgeon 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 reached over one million views.