Medically reviewed by Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM
Board-certified podiatric surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Howell & Bloomfield Hills, MI
Last reviewed: May 2026
Balance Foot & Ankle offers same-day appointments for urgent foot and ankle conditions across Southeast Michigan — but the most important factor in outcomes isn’t getting seen quickly. Our podiatrists explain what to do in the first 24-48 hours before your appointment that most patients skip entirely. Call (810) 206-1402 — expert podiatric care across Michigan.
Medically Reviewed | Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle, Michigan
The most important clinical decision with Podiatrist Bingham Farms Michigan Foot Ankle isn’t which treatment to start with — it’s identifying the correct subtype. That changes everything. Call (810) 206-1402.
Foot and Ankle Specialist Serving Bingham Farms
Bingham Farms is a small, upscale village in southern Oakland County — part of the affluent Birmingham/Beverly Hills/Franklin corridor known for its corporate headquarters, professional services sector, and active, health-conscious residential community. Balance Foot & Ankle serves Bingham Farms and the broader southern Oakland County professional community with specialist-level podiatric care that matches the careful standards of the area’s residents and executives.
A Practice Built for Active Professionals
Bingham Farms’ residents include corporate executives, attorneys, physicians, and entrepreneurs who cannot afford extended downtime from foot or ankle problems — yet also cannot afford to live with chronic pain that limits their quality of life. Dr. Tom Biernacki understands this balance. His practice philosophy emphasizes the fastest safe path to recovery, not the most conservative path. When conservative care will work, he uses it. When surgery is clearly the better option for your timeline and goals, he explains exactly why and what to expect.
Conditions Treated for Bingham Farms Patients
Plantar Fasciitis: The most common foot problem in working professionals who spend long hours in dress shoes or on hard office floors. Dr. Biernacki resolves plantar fasciitis for the majority of patients with custom orthotics, stretching, and shockwave therapy — without surgery and without prolonged recovery.
Bunion Surgery with Minimal Downtime: Bingham Farms executives and professionals cannot afford weeks in a cast. Dr. Biernacki offers minimally invasive bunion correction procedures with same-day or next-day weight-bearing in a protective boot, allowing patients to maintain work commitments during recovery.
Sports and Golf Injuries: Southern Oakland County’s active professional community plays golf at the area’s numerous private courses and engages in tennis, running, and fitness training. Dr. Biernacki treats golf-related foot and ankle injuries with protocols that account for course demands and competitive scheduling.
Ankle Arthritis: PRP injections, custom ankle bracing, and comprehensive surgical options (fusion and total ankle replacement) for professionals with end-stage ankle arthritis who need to maintain an active lifestyle.
Diabetic Foot Care: Comprehensive diabetic foot exams, Medicare therapeutic shoe prescriptions, and wound care coordination for Bingham Farms-area diabetic patients.
Second Opinion Consultations: Bingham Farms’ sophisticated patient population frequently seeks second opinions before proceeding with recommended surgery. Dr. Biernacki provides independent, thorough second-opinion consultations with honest assessment of diagnosis accuracy and surgical necessity.
Getting to Balance Foot & Ankle from Bingham Farms
From Bingham Farms (near Telegraph Rd and Maple Rd), take M-5 North to US-23 North toward Howell — approximately 30–33 miles, typically 30–40 minutes outside rush hours. Both our Howell and Hartland offices have free parking adjacent to the building. Early morning appointments starting at 7:30–8:00 AM are available to minimize disruption to your workday.
Schedule Your Appointment
Call (810) 588-0579 or visit michiganfootdoctors.com to book online. New patients welcome; insurance verification completed prior to first appointment. Urgent appointments available for acute injuries and infected toenails.
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Corporate executives and professionals requiring dress footwear compatible with custom orthotics
Active foot deformities requiring extra-depth therapeutic footwear
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Dr. Tom says: “My podiatrist recommended these for my dress shoes while I waited for my custom orthotics. My plantar fasciitis improved within the first week.”
Dress shoes and professional footwear, plantar fasciitis between orthotic fabrication, low-profile support needs
Athletic or recreational footwear requiring sport-specific orthotic features
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✅ Pros / Benefits
- Minimally invasive bunion correction with same-day weight-bearing minimizes professional downtime
- Early morning appointments available for corporate professionals
- Second opinion consultations available for patients questioning recommended surgery
❌ Cons / Risks
- No physical office in Bingham Farms — 30-40 minute drive to Howell required
- High-volume Oakland County scheduling may require 1-2 week advance booking for non-urgent routine care
Dr. Tom Biernacki’s Recommendation
Bingham Farms and the southern Oakland County professional community are exactly the type of patients I built my practice for — people who understand quality, want honest information, and need their treatment plan to fit around their professional and personal life rather than the other way around. Whether I’m treating a Fortune 500 CEO’s plantar fasciitis or a small business owner’s bunion, the approach is the same: thorough, evidence-based, and built around your goals.
— Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM | Board-Certified Podiatric Surgeon | Balance Foot & Ankle
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Balance Foot & Ankle from Bingham Farms?
From Bingham Farms near Telegraph Rd and Long Lake Rd, our Howell office is approximately 30–33 miles via M-5 North to US-23 North. Drive time is typically 30–40 minutes outside rush hours. I-696 West to US-23 North is an alternate route. Call (810) 588-0579 and our staff will help identify the fastest route from your specific Bingham Farms address.
Do you provide second opinions for foot surgery recommendations?
Yes. Dr. Biernacki provides comprehensive second-opinion consultations. Bring your current imaging (X-rays, MRI, CT scan) and any treatment records from your current provider. We give an independent assessment of your diagnosis and whether the proposed surgery is the appropriate next step or whether conservative options remain viable.
What minimally invasive foot surgery options do you offer for professionals who need quick recovery?
Dr. Biernacki offers percutaneous bunion correction, minimally invasive hammertoe repair, endoscopic plantar fascia release, and endoscopic Haglund’s resection — all performed through tiny incisions with faster recovery than traditional open procedures. Specific technique selection depends on your anatomy and condition severity.
Can you accommodate early morning appointments for working executives?
Yes. We offer early morning appointment slots to minimize disruption to professional schedules. Check our online scheduler at michiganfootdoctors.com or call (810) 588-0579 for current early-morning availability at both our Howell and Hartland locations.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.