Owosso Podiatrist | Foot Doctor Serving Corunna & Shiawassee County

Podiatry Services for Owosso, Corunna, and Shiawassee County

Shiawassee County residents in Owosso, Corunna, Perry, Durand, and surrounding communities can access board-certified podiatric expertise at Balance Foot & Ankle’s Howell location — accessible via M-52 or I-69 in approximately 30–40 minutes. We provide the full spectrum of podiatric care for patients from throughout central Michigan who want specialist-level foot and ankle treatment without the long drive to a major metropolitan center.

About Owosso and Shiawassee County

Owosso is the county seat of Shiawassee County and the county’s largest city, with approximately 14,000 residents. The county’s total population of approximately 70,000 is spread across several small cities and rural townships, with strong agricultural roots and a manufacturing heritage. Shiawassee County residents are known for their community pride, outdoor recreation enthusiasm — hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and trail use are central to local culture — and practical approach to healthcare that values expertise and efficiency.

Conditions We Treat for Shiawassee County Patients

• Heel pain and plantar fasciitis — the most common reason adults seek podiatric care
• Diabetic foot monitoring — comprehensive exams, wound care, and preventive management
• Bunions and hammertoes — progressive deformities with conservative and surgical treatment options
• Ankle injuries — sprains, chronic instability, and Achilles problems common in outdoor recreation
• Nail conditions — ingrown toenails, fungal nails, and nail trauma
• Custom orthotics — for work boots, hunting/hiking boots, and athletic footwear
• Sports injuries — stress fractures, overuse injuries, and acute trauma in recreational athletes

Outdoor Recreation and Foot Injuries

Shiawassee County’s outdoor recreation culture — deer hunting in state game areas, turkey hunting, snowmobiling on the county trail network, hiking along the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge trails, and fishing in the Shiawassee River watershed — creates a distinctive pattern of foot and ankle injuries. Ankle sprains from uneven terrain, stress fractures from sudden increases in walking volume during hunting season, and blister complications from new boots are regular presentations from this active population. We understand the importance of these activities and build treatment plans that support safe return to the outdoors.

Agricultural and Occupational Foot Health

Shiawassee County maintains a significant agricultural economy — crop farming, dairy operations, and specialty agriculture throughout the county’s rural townships. Farm workers face distinctive foot hazards including equipment-related crush injuries, prolonged standing on uneven surfaces, and wet-environment skin conditions. We provide occupational evaluation and treatment for these conditions, with experience handling the medical documentation requirements for workers’ compensation claims.

Diabetic Foot Care in Shiawassee County

Michigan’s rural counties often have above-average rates of diabetes and limited access to specialty preventive care. The consequences — diabetic foot ulcers, infections, and amputation — are among the most devastating and expensive preventable complications in medicine. Regular podiatric monitoring significantly reduces these risks. We coordinate with Owosso Memorial Hospital and local primary care providers to integrate podiatric care into the broader diabetic management of our most vulnerable patients.

How to Schedule

Owosso and Shiawassee County patients can reach Balance Foot & Ankle at (810) 206-1402 or book online at michiganfootdoctors.com. Our Howell office provides accessible specialist care without the drive to Lansing or Flint. We welcome new patients from throughout central Michigan and are committed to providing the same level of care available in larger metropolitan centers.

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.