Podiatrist examining a new patient at Balance Foot and Ankle in Michigan

4.9★ · 1,123+ PATIENT REVIEWS · SAME-WEEK APPOINTMENTS

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Ready to get back on your feet? Three board-certified podiatrists at two convenient Michigan locations. Same-day urgent visits available. Most insurance accepted.

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✓ Board Certified · ABFAS

✓ 3,000+ Surgeries

✓ 4.9★ · 1,123 Reviews

✓ Same-Week Available

✓ Most Insurance Accepted

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Your First Visit — What to Expect

1

Schedule

Book online or call. Most patients are seen within the same week. Same-day urgent appointments available.

2

Arrive

Bring your insurance card and comfortable shoes. We handle all paperwork digitally — no clipboards.

3

Examination

Your podiatrist will examine your feet, review your history, and explain exactly what is happening — no rushed visits.

4

Treatment Plan

You will leave with a clear plan — same-day treatment when possible, no unnecessary surgery.

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Meet Your Podiatrists

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM

Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM

Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon · FACFAS · 943K YouTube Subscribers

Over 3,000 surgeries. Dr. Tom explains the why, not just the what.

Dr. Carl Jay, DPM

Dr. Carl Jay, DPM

Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon · Fellowship-Trained

Fellowship-trained in advanced reconstruction. The surgeon other surgeons refer their toughest cases to.

Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM

Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM

Board-Certified Podiatric Physician

Patients say she is the gentlest podiatrist they have ever seen. Compassionate care with zero rushed visits.

Appointment Types

New Patient Visit

Comprehensive exam, diagnosis, and personalized treatment plan. Most patients are seen same week.

Urgent / Same-Day

For acute pain, injuries, or infections that need prompt care. Call for availability.

Second Opinion

Get a fresh perspective on an existing diagnosis or treatment plan from board-certified specialists.

Insurance & Payment

We accept most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Medicare, Priority Health, HAP, Humana, McLaren, Molina, and Meridian.

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Two Convenient Locations

Howell Office

4330 E Grand River Ave
Howell, MI 48843

Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Serving Howell, Brighton, Hartland, Fowlerville & Pinckney · Livingston County

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📞 (810) 206-1402

Bloomfield Hills Office

43494 Woodward Ave, Suite 208
Bloomfield Twp, MI 48302

Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Serving Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Troy, Royal Oak & Southfield · Oakland County

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📞 (810) 206-1402