Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI
Last reviewed: May 2026
You are in the right place. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS — board-certified foot & ankle surgeon with 3,000+ surgeries — serves patients here. Call (810) 206-1402 for same-day appointment at Howell or Bloomfield Hills.
Quick answer: Podiatrist Argentine Township Michigan is a common foot/ankle topic that affects many patients. The 2026 evidence-based approach combines proper diagnosis, conservative-first treatment, and escalation only when needed. We treat this regularly at our Howell and Bloomfield Hills practices. Call (810) 206-1402.
Argentine Township sits on the Genesee-Livingston County border — making it one of the most conveniently located communities for accessing Balance Foot & Ankle PLLC in nearby Howell. Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM provides fellowship-trained podiatric care just a short drive away via Silver Lake Road or US-23.
Residents of Argentine Township have some of the closest access of any Genesee County community to our Howell clinic — approximately 15-20 minutes via local roads or US-23. Dr. Biernacki is board-certified and fellowship-trained in foot and ankle surgery, offering comprehensive services from routine nail care to complex reconstructive surgery.
The most important clinical decision with Podiatrist Argentine Township Michigan isn’t which treatment to start with — it’s identifying the correct subtype. That changes everything. Call (810) 206-1402.
Foot and Ankle Services Near Argentine Township
We treat plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, Achilles tendinopathy, bunions, hammertoes, Morton’s neuroma, ankle sprains and instability, PTTD and adult acquired flatfoot, diabetic foot care and wound management, ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, warts, and complex reconstructive procedures. On-site digital X-ray, custom orthotics, ESWT, and ultrasound-guided injections available.
Very Close to Howell
Argentine Township is one of the closest Genesee County locations to our Howell clinic. Approximately 15-20 minutes via US-23 or local roads. Most major insurance accepted; same-week appointments regularly available.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Argentine Township is one of those communities right on our doorstep. If you have a foot or ankle problem, there really is no significant barrier to getting seen quickly — we are just down the road.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
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Visit Balance Foot & Ankle — Same-Day Appointments Available
Our podiatry team serves patients throughout Michigan including Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield Hills. If you’re dealing with heel pain, ingrown toenails, or a foot injury, we have same-day appointment availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I see a podiatrist?
If symptoms persist past 2 weeks, affect your normal activity, or are accompanied by red-flag symptoms (warmth, redness, swelling, inability to bear weight).
What does treatment cost?
Most diagnostic visits and conservative treatments are covered by Medicare and major insurers. Out-of-pocket costs vary by your specific plan.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Most non-urgent cases see us within 5 business days. Urgent cases (sudden pain, possible fracture) typically same or next business day.
Ready to fix this for good?
Reading goes so far. The fastest path is a 30-minute office visit. Same-day Howell or Bloomfield Hills. Call (810) 206-1402.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (ABFAS & ABPM) 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 made him one of the most-followed foot & ankle educators on YouTube.