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Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI
Last reviewed: May 2026
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Medically Reviewed | Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan
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Podiatric Care for Belmont, Michigan
Belmont is a growing suburban community in Cannon Township, northern Kent County, located along the Rogue River corridor northwest of Grand Rapids. As part of the Grand Rapids metropolitan area, Belmont has experienced significant residential growth and has convenient access to quality healthcare throughout Kent County. Dr. Tom Biernacki at Balance Foot & Ankle serves Belmont residents with the full spectrum of foot and ankle podiatric care—from common conditions like plantar fasciitis and ingrown toenails to complex reconstructive surgery.
Why Belmont Residents Choose Dr. Biernacki
Belmont’s location in northern Kent County means residents have several convenient options for accessing Balance Foot & Ankle’s services. Dr. Biernacki’s background combines podiatric medicine, foot and ankle surgery, and sports medicine—giving Belmont patients access to a single specialist who can manage both conservative and surgical care without referrals to multiple providers. He accepts most major Michigan insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, and Medicare.
Belmont’s outdoor recreation culture—Rogue River access, the North Kent trail system, and proximity to Kent Trails—means residents frequently present with running injuries, ankle sprains, hiking-related foot pain, and overuse conditions. Dr. Biernacki’s sports medicine expertise is particularly valuable for active Belmont patients who want to return to their outdoor activities as quickly as possible.
Conditions Treated for Belmont Patients
Plantar fasciitis is the most common reason Belmont patients visit a podiatrist. Dr. Biernacki’s plantar fasciitis protocol includes stretching programs, custom orthotics, night splints, physical therapy referral, and shockwave therapy (EPAT) for persistent cases. Heel bone spurs are addressed concurrently with plantar fascia treatment. Most patients achieve resolution of symptoms within 3–6 months of evidence-based conservative management.
Bunion correction is a frequent surgical procedure for Belmont patients. Dr. Biernacki performs modern lapidus bunionectomy and Austin/chevron osteotomy techniques depending on bunion severity, with internal fixation allowing earlier weight-bearing than traditional methods. Hammertoe correction, Morton’s neuroma excision, and lesser toe deformity repairs round out the forefoot surgery options.
Diabetic foot care is essential for the Kent County diabetic population. Dr. Biernacki provides comprehensive annual diabetic foot exams, monofilament and vascular testing, wound care, custom diabetic footwear with Medicare-covered insoles, and coordination with endocrinology and vascular surgery when needed.
Ankle Care and Sports Medicine
Ankle sprains are among the most common musculoskeletal injuries in all age groups. Dr. Biernacki evaluates ankle sprains with a structured protocol—ruling out fracture, grading ligament injury severity, and designing a rehabilitation program. For Belmont’s active residents dealing with chronic ankle instability, he performs the Broström-Gould lateral ankle reconstruction and InternalBrace augmentation—procedures that restore stability and allow return to running, hiking, and recreational sports.
Achilles tendinitis, peroneal tendinopathy, and posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (flat foot) are common conditions in active Kent County patients that Dr. Biernacki addresses with both conservative protocols and, when necessary, surgical repair or reconstruction.
Pediatric Foot Care for Belmont Families
Growing children in Belmont can develop flat feet, Sever’s disease (heel pain from growth plate irritation), in-toeing, and ingrown toenails. Dr. Biernacki provides pediatric podiatric evaluation and treatment for school-age athletes and children with gait concerns, working with parents to determine when observation, orthotics, or intervention is appropriate.
Schedule an Appointment
Belmont residents are welcome to contact Balance Foot & Ankle to schedule a new patient appointment. Most major insurance plans are accepted, and Dr. Biernacki’s team works to accommodate prompt appointments for patients in pain.
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✅ Pros / Benefits
- Belmont’s location in northern Kent County provides excellent access to Dr. Biernacki’s Grand Rapids area offices
- Dr. Biernacki’s sports medicine background is ideal for Belmont’s active outdoor recreation community
- Full range of conservative and surgical podiatric care under one specialist
❌ Cons / Risks
- Belmont’s suburban growth means new patient wait times can be longer during peak periods—schedule early
- Some complex surgical procedures require travel to an outpatient surgical center outside Belmont
- Custom orthotics and advanced diagnostics require in-person appointments
Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Belmont and northern Kent County patients are some of my most active patients—runners on the Rogue River trail, families with kids in youth sports, adults who’ve been managing heel pain for months because they thought it would go away on its own. I love being able to tell someone that their problem is fixable, whether that’s with orthotics, a procedure, or surgery. The key is accurate diagnosis first—treatment always follows from understanding what you’re actually dealing with.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a podiatrist near Belmont, Michigan?
Yes—Dr. Tom Biernacki at Balance Foot & Ankle serves Belmont and all of northern Kent County. His offices are convenient to Belmont via US-131 and M-44. Call for directions and appointment availability.
What insurance does Dr. Biernacki accept for Belmont patients?
Dr. Biernacki accepts most major Michigan insurance plans including BCBS, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, and Medicare. Call the office to verify your specific plan.
Can Dr. Biernacki treat my child’s foot problem in Belmont?
Yes. Dr. Biernacki provides pediatric podiatric care for Sever’s disease, flat feet, ingrown toenails, and gait concerns in children and adolescents.
Does Dr. Biernacki offer bunion surgery for Belmont patients?
Yes. Dr. Biernacki performs modern bunionectomy techniques including lapidus fusion and chevron osteotomy. Schedule a consultation to discuss which procedure is appropriate for your bunion severity.
What should I do about severe heel pain in Belmont?
Call Balance Foot & Ankle for a prompt appointment. Severe or worsening heel pain needs professional evaluation to rule out stress fracture, nerve entrapment, or tendon rupture—conditions that require different treatment than plantar fasciitis.
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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.
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Most non-urgent cases see us within 5 business days. Urgent cases (sudden pain, possible fracture) typically same or next business day.
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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.